The last day of October is Halloween. This is a festival that starts on the evening of October 31 until midnight. On this occasion, children and teenagers are allowed to wear "Halloween costumes" to go from door to door, knock on doors to receive candy, and congratulate... According to custom, children often carry lanterns made of pumpkin peels, chiseled in the shape of a human face, ... Halloween parties often revolve around topics such as luck in the world, stories about ghosts and witches. Although this is a big festival taking place in countries around the world but few people know the origin of this festival. This book will help you explain that. Inside, you'll find the stories of Halloween, Trick or Treating, Aliens, Black Cats, Devils, Fortune Telling, Frankenstein's Monster, Ghosts, Ghouls, Goblins, Headless Horsemen, Jack O'Lanterns, Mad Scientists, Mad Slashers and Psychos, Men In Black, Mummies, Robots, Scarecrows, Skeletons, Vampires, Werewolves, Witches and Zombies.

This is a gorgeous tale of one man's adventure to fulfill the re-creation of the first Thanksgiving meal. An engaging read with a load of fun facts and history imparted within the story of his journey - from the hunting, foraging, and gathering to his ability to bring together friends around his historical Thanksgiving table. But beyond that, it is a story that lays out the many ways Thanksgiving has shaped American culture, family gatherings, and love. This book is full of surprises, and humor, which is the perfect guide for anyone that enjoys hunting, gardening, or American food history. More than that it contains surprising lessons he learned about family, friends, and then things Americans should be thankful for every day.

2013 Amelia Bloomer List During the nineteenth century, Sarah Josepha Hale dedicated her life to making Thanksgiving a national holiday, all while raising a family and becoming a groundbreaking writer and women's magazine editor. Sarah Hale's inspiring story, accompanied by luscious watercolor illustrations, tells the tale of one woman who wouldn't take no for an answer.

"A thorough and entertaining chronicle of America's oldest and most beloved holiday -- from its earliest roots to the present day."--Cover

The origins and ever-changing story of America's favorite holiday

Introduces Thanksgiving, discusses the origins of the holiday, and describes the ways in which Americans celebrate.