The Summer Solstice

by Ellen Jackson

Book Overview

People have always looked up at the sun with wonder and gratitude--so it is no surprise that humans throughout history has chosen to celebrate the summer solstice, the time of year when the sun reaches its highest point in the sky. THE SUMMER SOLSTICE offers some fascinating descriptions of these celebrations. from ancient rituals to modern festivities, people have found many ways to express their thankfulness for the sun's gifts of warmth and light. THE SUMMER SOLSTICE depicts the mysterious rites of the Egyptians, the tales of fairies and selkies, the modern parades and baseball games--all part of the fun and folklore of this happy time. the book includes a Hawaiian myth about the origin of the seasons, and some hands-on activities that allow everyone to participate in the celebration.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 076131623X
• ISBN13: 9780761316237
• Release Date: April 2001
• Publisher: Millbrook Press
• Length: 1 Pages
• Weight: 0.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 10.5" x 8.8"
• Age Range: 8 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 7

Customer Reviews

lovely

A great introduction, whether you celebrate it as a holiday, or are just interested in the history and science of it!

Beautiful book for all ages

I read this book to my eighth grade physical science students before they started a project about the summer solstice. It lends itself well to a teacher read-aloud. The pictures are beautiful and the information is comprehensible. It is a great way to bring cultural diversity into a science lesson.

The summer solstice

Excellent book to teach children about the different ways the solstice is celebrated in various countries