The Horn Book Guide

RELIGION

Chandler, Clare

Harvest Celebrations

32 pp. | Lerner/Millbrook | November, 1998 | Library ISBN 0-7613-0964-0 $$20.90

(3) 4-6 Festivals series. Accurate, basic information and colorful graphics illustrate the customs, food, and historical background of these quasi-religious celebrations. Carnival describes how this Christian celebration of the final days before Lent is celebrated around the world. Harvest discusses holidays celebrated mostly during the fall season by Christians, Jews, Hindus, Sikhs, Zoroastrians, and more. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Jack Forman