Bibliograph

Halloween

Type

Label

Halloween

Language

eng

Index

no index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Halloween

Nature of contents

dictionaries

Series statement

Holidays, festivals, & celebrations

Summary

Legends of ghosts, goblins, and ghouls fill the air, and excited trick-or-treaters scurry from house to house hoping to fill their bags with sweet goodies. Halloween is among America's most treasured childhood holidays. This book traces the origins of Halloween and explains the old and new traditions associated with October 31. Celebrations in the United States are diverse and exciting. Through lively illustrations and reader-friendly text, this series explores some of our best-known patriotic, religious, and traditional holidays--including the roots, traditions, and festivals associated with each. As young readers learn more about these popular holidays, they'll be reminded of the many cultures and points of view that contribute to our nation's identity. Additional features to aid comprehension include a poetry section, suggested activities, table of contents, a glossary, informative captions and sidebars, sources for further research, an index, and an introduction to the author and illustrator

Target audience

juvenile

Classification