Description
Journey around the globe to discover how different cultures celebrate Halloween!
The time around the end of October to early November can mean many things to a child. For some, it is a chance to remember and reconnect with loved ones who have died. For others, it is a chance to be whatever their wildest imaginations can think up, or be a true representation of themselves, at least for one night. In this vibrantly illustrated book for children ages 6 to 9, Hello, Halloween! gives kids the opportunity to see Halloween from a variety of cultural perspectives and learn how other cultures have an influence on American Halloween traditions.
In this enchanting book, children investigate the meaning of Halloween around the world, including:
Hello, Halloween! creates an amazing opportunity for children around the world to connect through a beloved holiday while learning about each other’s traditions and customs. Through beautiful and diverse illustrations, it’s easy to see the influence of celebrations/cultural moments from other countries on American Halloween!
The time around the end of October to early November can mean many things to a child. For some, it is a chance to remember and reconnect with loved ones who have died. For others, it is a chance to be whatever their wildest imaginations can think up, or be a true representation of themselves, at least for one night. In this vibrantly illustrated book for children ages 6 to 9, Hello, Halloween! gives kids the opportunity to see Halloween from a variety of cultural perspectives and learn how other cultures have an influence on American Halloween traditions.
In this enchanting book, children investigate the meaning of Halloween around the world, including:
- Samhain celebrations in Ireland and Scotland
- Ognissanti in Italy
- Barriletes Gigantes in Guatemala
- The Qingming festival in China
- Dia de Los Muertos in Mexico
- The Halloween Train in Japan
- Guy Fawkes Day in England
- Matinstag in Germany
- And more!
Hello, Halloween! creates an amazing opportunity for children around the world to connect through a beloved holiday while learning about each other’s traditions and customs. Through beautiful and diverse illustrations, it’s easy to see the influence of celebrations/cultural moments from other countries on American Halloween!