Halloween

by Dana Meachen Rau

Book Overview

Animals. American History. Earth Science. Geography. Health. Space. True Books covers all this and more in photo-filled chapter books that provide a basic introduction to curriculum-relevant topics.... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0516222457
• ISBN13: 9780516222455
• Release Date: September 2001
• Publisher: Children's Press(CT)
• Length: 47 Pages
• Weight: 0.64 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 7.4" x 8.7"
• Age Range: 8 to 10 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 5

Customer Reviews

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Like her book on Thanksgiving, Meachen Rau`s HALLOWEEN is wonderfully well researched, and is completed by a glossary, additional references, index; and, due to the nature of the holiday, safety tips. Even grownups arelikely to learn a new thing or two about this ancient celebration, from its ancient Celtic and Roman origins, Christian transformation in the middle ages as well as the current Mexican `Day of the Dead` holiday, to present day symbols and activities in the different countries where it is enjoyed. Personally, I wish the Jack O`Lantern story were told in more detail because it IS amusing. However, it is a book about Halloween, not Jack, and Ms Meachem Rau manages to pack in the facts, while keeping the text interesting and readable. Larger print and a glossary help young readers, while the many full-colored pictures and map will keep the attention of those who enjoy being read aloud to. Thanksgiving is coming up next and I heartily recommend A True Book THANKSGIVING, as well.