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Filipino Celebrations: A Treasury of Feasts and Festivals
Filipino Celebrations A Treasury of Feasts and Festivals Author:Liana Romulo Brimming with vivid illustrations and rich cultural background, Filipino Celebrations makes major festivals such as Holy Week, Independence Day, Christmas and New Year come alive, together with family celebrations such as weddings, birthdays, baptisms, and a girl's debut into society. Each chapter discusses the history of the holiday; its cultur... more »al influences; how certain holidays are celebrated differently in different regions of the Philippines; special customs, foods, key words and phrases associated with the festivals; and more.
Each chapter gives children a glimpse of the rich cultural heritage of this island nation. Activities such as games, songs, crafts and recipes invite children to participate in the fun.
Filipino Celebrations engages the 5-11 age group in a way that is both informative and fun. Written by the author of the highly successful Filipino Friends, My First Book of Tagalog Words, and Filipino Children's Favorite Stories, this book will be of interest to Filipino children (and children of Filipino descent) living in the US, children preparing to visit or live in the Philippines, and all children who love learning about other cultures.« less
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