Everyone loves a reason to have a good time, and although culturesaround
the world have their own unique feasts and festivals, we allshare many
of the same reasons to celebrate. Now you can learnabout the many ways
people from around the globe celebrate theirspecial days, and join in
the fun!
Celebrate Chinese New Year while making chiao-tzu dumplings, thenpop
over to Saudi Arabia and taste delicious date-nut cookiescalled ma amoul
while celebrating Eid ul-Fitr. Make an elaborateVenetian mask to wear at
a masquerade ball in Venice duringcarnevale, then pound out a festive
rhythm on the Igbo drum you vemade and celebrate the Iriji festival in
Nigeria. Eat, drink, andmake merry with the many diverse and exciting
crafts, recipes, andactivities in this book. No matter what language you
say it in, celebrations are fun!