Cette série explore la riche tapisserie des fêtes et des célébrations à travers diverses cultures. Chaque histoire dévoile des traditions uniques, des liens familiaux et les émotions humaines intemporelles qui émergent pendant ces moments particuliers. C'est une célébration de l'humanité qui résonne à travers les saisons et les frontières.
Anita Ganeri retells the traditional stories of world religion festivals with her usual sensitivity and gift for drawing children into the narrative. Exquisite watercolour illustrations breath warmth and life into the story. Suggestions for activities are included in every book, as well as special recipes that children will enjoy trying out. The story of the birth of Jesus is beautifully told and richly illustrated in The Christmas Story.
The story of how Judah saved the Jews and their beliefs from King Antiochus is celebrated at the festival of Hanukkah. The book also includes information about the significance of the Hanukkah festival today, as well as a Hanukkah recipe and instructions for the game of dreidl. Age 6+
Anita Ganeri retells the traditional stories of world religion festivals with her usual sensitivity and gift for drawing children into the narrative. Exquisite watercolour illustrations breath warmth and life into the story. Suggestions for activities are included in every book, as well as special recipes that children will enjoy trying out. The Hindu festival of Divali celebrates the goddess Lakshmi and the victory of good over evil and light over darkness and is celebrated in October.