Christmas
Catherine Chambers
Examines the traditions and celebrations associated with Christmas. Suggested level: primary, intermediate. primary, intermediate.
Read Time: ~0.4 hr
Halloween's spooky history
by Theodore Jones (2016)
About this book
Costumes, jack-o -lanterns, and trick-or-treating these are all parts of the modern traditions of Halloween. Readers might wonder where this strange but fun holiday came from. This informative volume has the surprising answers. Both ancient beliefs and modern customs are covered in this comprehensible guide to Halloween s history. Colorful, informative photographs support and enhance the text. Full-color photographs, For Further Information Section, Glossary, Index, Web Sites.
Setting / LocationGlobal
Story EraModern Era
Protagonist / CoreHalloween's spooky history Lead Character
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