Children’s / Teenage general interest: Celebrations, holidays, festivals

Book SynopsisPerfect for fans of Ivy & Bean and Dory Fantasmagory, Marya Khan and the Incredible Henna Party is the start of a charming chapter book series from acclaimed author Saadia Faruqi about a Pakistani American third-grader whose plans may backfire but whose persistence and heart are inspiring. Marya’s eighth birthday is coming up in a week, and all she wants is an over-the-top birthday party just like the ones Alexa, her rich neighbor, always throws. When Alexa parades into school with fancy invitations, Marya can’t help herself—she claims that she’s having the most epic henna party ever. Now she has to convince her family to make it happen. Enter Operation Help the Khans! Marya’s siblings clearly need help with their projects. Maybe she could cook dinner for her parents, or clean her grandmother’s room? Except everything Marya does seems to end in disaster. Will Marya and her family be able pull it together and throTrade Review"There’s so much to love about Marya. She’s spunky, persistent, and resourceful. . .A delightful story of friendship, family, and upended expectations. * Kirkus Reviews *Readers will look forward to reading more of plucky Marya’s adventures. * School Library Journal *A lively voice brings the large cast to life in this fast-paced, entertaining chapter book. * Publishers Weekly *

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Book SynopsisTrade Review***STARRED REVIEW*** "[T]his tale will delight readers... A charming concept and holiday book—count on this one to be a future favorite." * Kirkus *Tonatiuh has created a wonderful counting book that is visually appealing and educational...Written in Spanish and English, it presents many opportunities for readers to learn about the holiday and its rich traditions, as well as to learn counting...A great choice for libraries looking to add holiday or counting books to their collection for younger children. * School Library Journal *Tonatiuh’s stylized mixed-media illustrations, inspired by the same pre-Columbian art traditions as his cultural and historical retellings will draw readers in.This clever counting book introduces this important part of Día de Muertos celebrations in an accessible and eye-catching format. * Horn Book *

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Book SynopsisCelebrate the holidays with twelve adorable cats—and one kitten—with this festive feline take on the classic carol The Twelve Days of Christmas!On the fourth day of Christmas, my true love gave me cats:FOUR on the gifts,THREE dressed up,TWO batting bows,and a kitten under the tree.From chasing ribbons and shredding paper to cuddling by the fire and climbing the Christmas tree (uh-oh), the sweet and mischievous kitties teach readers of all ages to enjoy the holiday season in true feline fashion. With festive illustrations and irresistible text that invites readers to read—or sing!—aloud, this charming Christmas picture book is guaranteed to delight all. CHRISTMAS IS BETTER WITH CATS: No furry companion celebrates Christmas better than the universally beloved cat! With amusing, relatable antics that will have cat people chuckling in recognition, this book's cast of kitties bring good cheer to the most wonderful time of the year.A TRULY SPECIAL GIFT: From charming illustrations to an embossed jacket embellished with vibrant gold foil, this one-of-a-kind holiday book makes a wonderful gift.HEARTWARMING AND HUMOROUS: This joyful Christmas story combines the warmth and spirit of a timeless holiday classic with the funny and familiar quirks of cats—from their ability to squeeze into small spaces to their penchant for bird-watching, and more.Perfect for: Cat lovers Parents and grandparents Holiday gift-givers

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Book SynopsisLittle children will enjoy bringing charming Christmas scenes to life in this fun colouring book. Scenes to colour include Santa's workshop, a Christmas tree, Santa delivering presents and lots more. The backgrounds are already coloured, so children can focus on the fun parts.

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Book SynopsisYoung children will love getting into the Halloween spirit with this spine- tingling sticker book. Scenes to decorate include haunted houses, a witches' workshop, a pumpkin patch and a monster party. With over 300 reusable stickers of zombies, ghosts, spiders and more, plus a fold-out back cover to store stickers when not in use.

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Book SynopsisJoin the busy bunnies in this book as they get ready for Easter. Whether it's baking tasty treats for a picnic, planting colourful spring flowers, or making Easter bonnets, there are lots of exciting stickers to add to every scene.Trade ReviewEnjoy hours of sticking fun as the bunnies prepare for Easter. * S Magazine *

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Book SynopsisWith surprises to uncover and reveal on every page, this collection of Christmas stories features the angel Gabriel''s visit to Mary, Mary''s journey to her cousin Elizabeth, and the birth of Jesus. Full of colorful and bright scenes, this lift-the-flap book invites the youngest children to celebrate the birth of God''s Son.

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Book Synopsis"Moving to the U.S. where no one seems to know about Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights, Priya decides to introduce this tradition to her neighbors, in this heartwarming story of learning to celebrate in a new place with new people. Illustrations."

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Book SynopsisA panorama of Christmas traditions around the world, from France to Iran, Egypt to Mexico. Christmas traditions differ from culture to culture, location to location, and family to family. In 24 Christmas Stories: Faith and Traditions from Around the World, award-winning author Judith Bouilloc explores present-day Christmas traditions, as well as the holiday's history in many regions, brought to life by various artists. In Germany, Anna opens the first window of her advent calendar and wonders if Christmas will be here soon. In Lorraine, France, Rita can't wait for Saint Nicholas Day (he'll bring little presents for the good girls and boys, and potatoes for the naughty ones). In Iran, Melchior trudges through the fog and is joined on his travels by two other men who are following the brightest star in the sky, guiding them to an unknown but special destination. In Italy, St. Francis plans the very first living Nativity, determined to share with his local friends the story of Jesus in the manger. His Nativity scene goes on to inspire generations to come. In Japan, Shusaku makes paper cranes in preparation of Christmas and in honour of Sadako. In the United States, Trinity revises her mother's to-do list to put the highest priority items at the top as they get ready to welcome friends and family. Whether you choose to read one story a night leading up to Christmas, or multiple in one sitting, you're sure to learn something new about Christmas and the many different ways it's celebrated around the world every December.Trade Review"From the factual to the fanciful, readers of all ages will surely find a favorite story to read year after year in this collection of Christmas stories from around the world. The beautiful illustrations add to the tales, making this a book you’ll want for your holiday collection." —Janie Emaus, author of Latkes for Santa Claus "A delightful collection of stories from many nations. I have my favorites, and I'm sure your child will have theirs. A must-buy for your Christmas collection!" —Katie Otey, author of Every Other Christmas

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Book SynopsisMeet twenty children from around the world as they tell us about the feasts and festivals they enjoy and the religions and customs they follow.This Is Our World – Celebrate With Us!, written by Valerie Wilding and illustrated by Åsa Gilland, is the follow-up to the critically acclaimed This Is Our World. It’s a vibrant and colourful celebration of our planet’s cultural diversity – an unforgettable journey that brings the people, customs and religions of twenty places to life for young readers.The tour is truly global, as we journey from Eid al-Fitr in the UK to the Hanami cherry blossom festival in Japan, from Christmas Eve in Poland to the Festival of the Sahara in Tunisia, via Diwali in India, Australia’s indigenous Barunga festival, Rosh Hashanah in New York, the Day of the Dead in Mexico, and much more.This is both a beautiful gift book and a highly-accessible home reference, sure to foster an interest in the wider world, in travel, in diversity, and in cultures and religions.

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Book Synopsis​“Kids will love the adorable dog Kugel” –Jacqueline Jules, award winning author of The Hardest WordKayla’s dog Kugel is a big help as Kayla sets the table for Shabbat . . . despite a few paw prints on the tablecloth, a missing Kiddush cup, and other mishaps. When they’re done, even Kugel knows that a beautiful Shabbat needs one more thing—family!​​Kayla’s dog Kugel is a big help as Kayla sets the table for Shabbat . . . despite a few paw prints on the tablecloth, a missing Kiddush cup, and other mishaps. When they’re done, even Kugel knows that a beautiful Shabbat needs one more thing—family!Trade Review​“Kids will love the adorable dog Kugel as he shares Kayla’s excitement for Shabbat in this sweet story.” ​—Jacqueline Jules, award-winning author of The Hardest Word: A Yom Kippur Story

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Book Synopsis“A nice addition to the holiday shelves.” – Kirkus ReviewsWhen a group of young children learn about the holiday of Lag B'Omer, Ari the playground ant wants to join in too. But the eager little ant ends up biting into a plastic cookie, being covered in sand, and stepping in a puddle of glue! Finally, he gets to enjoy the best of what the holiday offers--Torah stories, picnics, and a campfire with friends.An author’s note at the end explains the origins of Lag B’Omer. Amidst a period of mourning, it is a day of joy, celebrating the values of Torah learning and perseverance in the face of obstacles.Trade ReviewAri Ant lives on the preschool playground and is eager to watch and participate in his own way with the children’s activities and celebrations.Unnoticed by the youngsters, Ari listens one afternoon as the teacher begins to read a story about the holiday Lag B’Omer. Lag Ba’Omer is a joyful day celebrated between the holidays of Passover and Shavuot and commemorated with picnics, bonfires, singing, and storytelling. The children prepare for the traditional holiday picnic through various play activities. Ari is eager to join in but is very disappointed when he bites into a hard plastic cookie, is nearly buried in a sandbox cave, and then falls into a puddle of glue. “I’m not sure I like Lag B’Omer!” remarks the little ant. But at the actual picnic at a nearby park, Ari is able to fully enjoy and partake in the food, Torah stories, and warmth of a bonfire, declaring Lag B’Omer “the perfect holiday” for an ant. As with her signature Sammy Spider, Rouss creates a character who is inconspicuous to the crowd of humans yet provides a gentle entree to the holiday with a bit of suspense and satisfying denouement for very young children; Kahn contributes cheery illustrations in her familiar, Eric Carle–style collaged art.A nice addition to the holiday shelves. (author’s note) (Picture book. 3-5) – Kirkus Reviews

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Book SynopsisDiscover the magic of Christmas with this enchanting book. From decorating the tree to making and delivering gifts with Santa, experience the excitement in Christmas Town as everyone gets ready for the big day. With over 150 stickers.

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Book SynopsisThis delightful festive novelty book combines touchy-feely patches with sounds to create an irresistible treat for babies and toddlers. When you "tickle" Santa, the elves and the reindeer you'll hear them all come to life - until they all join in with a lively Christmas tune at the end.

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Book SynopsisTravel the world in this awe-inspiring new gift title from the British Museum featuring 50 spectacular new festivals that you won't want to miss!It's time to celebrate as you explore some of the world's most exciting festivals from different countries, cultures and religions around the globe. From the familiar to the unexpected, discover how and why festivals bring people together to enjoy all kinds of sensational celebrations.List of festivals included: Arbor Day, Argungu Fishing Festival, Barriletes Gigantes, Bloemencorso Zundert, Chinese New Year, Christmas, Constitution Day, Crepissage De La Grande Mosquée, Cure Salée, Dia de los Muertos, Diablos Danzantes del Yare, Diwali, Duanwu, Easter, Eid, Festival of Giants, Festival of Near-Death Experiences, Fiesta de la Tirana, Gion Festival, Golden Stilt Festival, Guca Trumpet Festival, Guy Fawkes Night, Halloween, Heiva i Tahiti, Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race, Indian Market, Inti Raymi, Juneteenth, Kurentovanje, Kuru Dance Festival, Lajkonik, Las Parrandas, Lotus Lantern Festival, Moussem of Sidi Hmad Mghani, Naadam, Nowruz, Oruro Carnival, Pchum Ben, Pesach, Quebec Winter Carnival, Rio Carnival, Tango Festival, Thanksgiving, The Great Ethiopian Run, Toraja Funeral Rites, Vaisakhi, Venice Carnival, Waitangi Day, World Science Festival, Yam Festival

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Book SynopsisA beautiful sticker storybook to keep children busy in the run-up to autumn!It's autumn in this gorgeous sticker book full of beautiful scenes. Use stickers to fill the trees with apples, find fallen conkers, decorate pictures on the first day of school, pick a pumpkin and carve it for Halloween, fill a trick-or-treating scene and much, much more.With over 120 stickers, 11 scenes, a gentle rhyming story and a checklist at the end for spotting extra details in each scene, this is the perfect autumnal activity book for even the youngest nature lovers.Published in collaboration with the National Trust. Other titles in the series include: Getting Ready for Christmas and Getting Ready for Spring.

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