Download or read book Christmas Customs Around the World written by Herbert Henry Wernecke and published by Westminster John Knox Press. This book was released on 1959-01-01 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Examines the origin and development of present-day Christmas practices and describes the religious and festive Christmas holiday customs of sixty-six countries
Download or read book Christmas Around the World written by Mary D. Lankford and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 1998-10-19 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ethiopian fringed umbrellas; star-shaped Filipino parol lanterns;candlelit Swedish St. Lucia crowns-Mary Lankford bringstogether Christmas traditions from twelve different lands,like decorations on a splendid tree.
Download or read book Christmas Is Coming written by Monika Utnik and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2021-09-14 with total page 24 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Why do we decorate Christmas trees? Do all children receive gifts on the same day? Come find out as Monika Utnik-Strugala captures the smells, tastes, and unforgettable traditions about the most popular, exciting, contemplative, and unique Christmas customs and legends from around the world. Find out why celebrate Christmas on December 25th, who invented the first glass ornament, why people build nativity scenes, and more! A truly international collection of legends and traditions are included in the volume such as - Glögg, Kutia, Lutefisk, Jansson's Temptation, Julskinka, Bûche de Noël, Hallaca, Kourabiedes, Christmas Pudding, Panettone, Christmas carols, talking animals, and The Nutcracker!
Download or read book The Encyclopaedia Britannica written by Hugh Chisholm and published by . This book was released on 1911 with total page 1016 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Life Christmas Around the World written by Editors of Life and published by Life. This book was released on 2004-11-02 with total page 184 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: More than two millennia ago, a child was born in the village of Bethlehem, and from this event grew, first, a devoted cult, then a dedicated following, then a religion that is today the worlds largest: Christianity. The celebration of Christs birth is a glorious holiday. It is beautiful, warm, festive, joyous, sweet and steeped in tradition. Life captures in words and vibrant pictures the customs of Christmas everywhere, from Sinterklass in Holland to the observance of the winter solstice at Englands Stonehenge to the origins of this great day in the Holy Land. On Christmas, the world rejoices and reflects. Here, Life does too, in this special commemorative edition Christmas Around The World.
Download or read book Celebrate Christmas Around the World written by Beth Dvergsten Stevens and published by Teacher Created Resources. This book was released on 1994 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Background information and activities from over 20 countries.
Download or read book Christmas Worldwide written by Cathy C. Tucker and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2000-11 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sleighs pulled by eight legs, Bellsnicklers, Christmas gnomes called Skirt Blower and Window Peeper, bagpipes made from cats, mean Knecht Ruprecht, “Dames” played by men, furry, ugly Naliyuk, a village nut fight, carved radishes, lanterns the size of a house, boiled moose nose…What do these all spell? They say Merry Christmas somewhere in the world. Christians and non-Christians worldwide celebrate Christmas. As the world becomes a smaller place, these celebrations will become increasingly similar. It is important to document the varying ethnic differences before they disappear into sameness. Each section for the sixty-seven countries covered describes how to say the greeting Merry Christmas in each language, when the season begins and ends, the special days that are included in the holiday season, the church services that are celebrated, the Santa Claus figure and the gift-giving traditions, the food and drink, the decorations and Christmas trees, and the unique happenings, events, legends and superstitions of each country. The book includes the usual countries such as England, France, Germany, Italy, Denmark, Sweden, Australia, Spain, and Ireland, but an attempt has been made to cover countries for which there is little or no written information: Ethiopia, Cayman Islands, Grenada, Haiti, India, Jordan, Malta, Mauritius, Myanmar, Rwanda, Sri Lanka, Suriname, Swaziland, Turkey, Sudan, Antigua & Barbuda, Cuba, Cyprus, Ghana, Japan, Martinique, Jamaica, Netherlands Antilles, Romania, Somalia, and Egypt, among many others. Years of work have gone into researching, conducting interviews, corresponding with embassies, priests, anthropologists, and teachers. The book was written out of a sense of urgency by a practicing school media specialist who tired of not being able to help students find the information needed in written form or via the Internet. It is hoped that this endeavor will fill in the many gaps in this field of study.
Download or read book Christmas around the World 2nd Edition written by Emily Kelley and published by Millbrook Press. This book was released on 2007-01-01 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Mexico at Christmas time, children carry candles in nine nights of parades. German children listen for Kris Kringle to bring presents on Christmas Eve. Families in Australia like a picnic on the beach. And in Ethiopia, Christmas is the time to play a hockey-like game called genna. Come take a trip around the world to see how this special time of year is celebrated in eight countries. Encourage understanding of diverse cultures. Featuring full-page illustrations, these beautiful editions look at the history and customs associated with various holidays and present early readers with high-interest offerings.
Download or read book Christmas Customs Around the World written by Herbert H. Wernecke and published by Turtleback. This book was released on 1959-01-01 with total page 188 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introduces the many traditions of Christmas as it is celebrated in different countries around the world.
Download or read book Christmas Customs Around the World written by Herbert Henry Wernecke and published by . This book was released on 1974 with total page 169 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book A Christmas Celebration written by Pamela Kennedy and published by Ideals Publications. This book was released on 1992 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tracing the most festive Christian holiday, A Christmas Celebration is beautifully illustrated with fine art reproductions, line engravings, and vintage photography.Children are provided with answers to their questions about the yuletide season, such as 'What are the twelve days of Christmas?'Each facet of Christmas is sensitively explained to allow youngsters to understand its origin and meaning, also exploring many international celebrations.
Download or read book Holidays Around the World 6th Ed written by James Chambers and published by Infobase Holdings, Inc. This book was released on 2018-01-01 with total page 4510 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A comprehensive reference guide that covers over 3,500 observances. Features both secular and religious events from many different cultures, countries, and ethnic groups. Includes contact information for events; multiple appendices with background information on world holidays; extensive bibliography; multiple indexes.
Download or read book Celebrating Life Customs around the World 3 volumes written by Victoria R. Williams and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2016-11-21 with total page 1137 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book documents hundreds of customs and traditions practiced in countries outside of the United States, showcasing the diversity of birth, coming-of-age, and death celebrations worldwide. From the beginning of our lives to the end, all of humanity celebrates life's milestones through traditions and unique customs. In the United States, we have specific events like baby showers, rites of passage such as Bat and Bar Mitzvahs and "sweet 16" birthday parties, and sober end-of-life traditions like obituaries and funeral services that honor those who have died. But what kinds of customs and traditions are practiced in other countries? How do people in other cultures welcome babies, prepare to enter into adulthood, and commemorate the end of the lives of loved ones? This three-volume encyclopedia covers more than 300 birth, life, and death customs, with the books' content organized chronologically by life stage. Volume 1 focuses on birth and childhood customs, Volume 2 documents adolescent and early-adulthood customs, and Volume 3 looks at aging and death customs. The entries in the first volume examine pre-birth traditions, such as baby showers and other gift-giving events, and post-birth customs, such as naming ceremonies, child-rearing practices, and traditions performed to ward off evil or promote good health. The second volume contains information about rites of passage as children become adults, including indigenous initiations, marriage customs, and religious ceremonies. The final volume concludes with coverage on customs associated with aging and death, such as retirement celebrations, elaborate funeral processions, and the creation of fantasy coffins. The set features beautiful color inserts that illustrate examples of celebrations and ceremonies and includes an appendix of excerpts from primary documents that include legislation on government-accepted names, wedding vows, and maternity/paternity leave regulations.
Download or read book Weird Christmas Traditions written by Michael Brown and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2023-11-12 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Did you know that in Norway, people hide their brooms on Christmas Eve to prevent them from being stolen by witches and evil spirits?Or that in Caracas, Venezuela, it's customary to roller-skate to Christmas Mass? This collection of unusual traditions will take you on a whimsical journey through the most peculiar aspects of the holiday season across the globe. Dive into the most bizarre and delightful corners of global Christmas celebrations with "Weird Christmas Traditions: 475 Festive Oddities from Around the World." This book is a sleigh ride through the quirkiest holiday customs you've never heard of. From the fiery "Krampus Run" of Austria to Japan's curious Christmas dinner, you'll be amazed at how diverse and unexpected yuletide festivities can be. Perfect for the holiday enthusiast and the culturally curious alike, "Weird Christmas Traditions" offers stories, illustrations, and insights that are as informative as they are entertaining. Each tradition is given life with vivid descriptions, presenting a tapestry of festive customs that challenge the mundane. Whether you're looking for a stocking stuffer, a conversation starter, or just want to explore Christmas from a fresh perspective, this book is the perfect pick. So, cozy up with a cup of hot cocoa and prepare to be whisked away on an international adventure that promises to redefine the way you think about Christmas.
Download or read book CHRISTMAS TRADITIONS IN BOSTON Christmas Around The World Christmas written by Michael Jordan and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2023-12-18 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Christmas Traditions written by William Muir Auld and published by . This book was released on 1968 with total page 194 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Short history of the origin of the festival of Christmas, what Christmas owes to both Christian and pagan traditions, and the changes it has undergone through the centuries.
Download or read book Celebrations Around the World written by Sally K. Albrecht and published by Alfred Music Publishing. This book was released on 2001 with total page 68 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This innovative songbook celebrating unique holidays in 13 countries around the world will be a wonderful addition to any music or classroom teacher's library. The Teacher's Handbook is filled with useful teaching tools including: Notes about each holiday (may be used as connecting dialog), Programming ideas, Reproducible Student Song Sheets, Performance and Musical Development notes, Suggested activities, PLUS tons of ideas for further interdisciplinary study. Learn about other cultures, customs and languages through the cross-cultural study of music. Includes songs for: USA, Canada, Barbados, Brazil, United Kingdom, Italy, Saudi Arabia, China, Russia, Japan, Australia, South Africa and Ghana. Recommended for grades 2--7. Works as a songbook OR a program. Performance Time: Approximately 30 minutes. Reproducible Student Song Sheets included.
