Holidays are special times of celebration and tradition all over the world. People celebrate these holidays in a variety of fascinating ways. Traditions around the World explores the history and meaning of important holidays and shares many examples of how they are celebrated in different cultures. Each book features a representative song or story and a hands-on project to help readers celebrate. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, informative captions, detailed maps, sources for further research, an index, and introductions to the author and illustrator.