From Publishers Weekly
Published in the United Nations' International Literacy Year, this wide-ranging anthology of more than 100 poems about celebrations held throughout the world offers a welcome introduction to the customs of many different cultures. Poems about familiar American and English holidays are intermixed with poems about such events as the Corroboree festival dance performed by Australia's aborigines, Bali's festival of Nyepi and the Bun festival of Cheung Chau. The poems are arranged according to the months in which these events occur, and the illustrations--varying in both style and success--include woodcuts, pen-and-ink drawings, striking photographs and full-color paintings. Although one might wish for a more lavishly produced book, or for more information about the holidays themselves, the selection of poems in this unusual book is both diverse and felicitous. Ages 8-up.
Copyright 1990 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
Copyright 1990 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
From School Library Journal
Grade 3-6 --Eighty-five poems, the majority original to this volume, follow the calendar, celebrating holidays and holy days around the world. All of those familiar to most Americans can be found. In addition, holidays of New Zealand, Trinidad, Brazil, and Nigeria are joined by Hindu, Muslim, Buddhist, Jewish, and Christian observances. A brief explanation of the feast or festival accompanies each occasion, and many forms of poetry are represented. The character of each poem and its illustration--done by diverse hands--are appropriately solemn or sunny. An unusual and unique offering. --Holly Sanhuber, Muskego Public Library, WI
Copyright 1990 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
Copyright 1990 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
