Thanksgiving is the day people give thanks for the blessings in their lives. It's also a time to gather with family and friends to enjoy traditional foods like turkey, stuffing, and pumpkin pie. From the very first celebration to today's parades, food, and football, learn more about this festive holiday's history and traditions.

From donuts to applesauce, the recipes in this book are delicious ways to celebrate the eight nights of Hanukkah! Readers are introduced to the traditional Hanukkah favorites, as well as some exciting new ideas, as they begin making treats for their celebrations. Fun, easy-to-follow instructions guide readers through each recipe while fact boxes give cultural context along the way. Full-color photographs accompany each recipe to show ingredients and...

Noor's cousin is getting married tomorrow, and tonight, Noor's family will hold a henna party in her honor. They'll sing traditional songs, eat delicious treats, and have their hands painted in swirling designs using a dye called henna. Noor is especially excited to play the henna name game. The henna artist will hide the name of the person Noor loves the most in the pattern she paints on Noor's hands. But whose name will Noor choose? As Noor encounters...