It's time to celebrate, Thai style!Thai Celebrations for Children showcases the rich culture and colorful festivals of the Thai people. The charming illustrations and engaging text bring to life the incredible pageantry and symbolism of Thailand's many traditional celebrations--from family anniversaries to national holidays--in a way kids will enjoy.Have you ever been to an event honoring elephants? Or seen a flying lantern? Do you know why people throw water on each other at the Sonkran Festival? Kids will discover time-honored traditions and find the answers to fascinating questions within the pages of this book.Enjoy the celebrations at home with:An exciting exploration of everything from the Bor Sang Umbrella Festival to Thai National Elephant DayInstructions for making a Phi Ta Khon ghost maskA step-by-step guide to making your own Loi Krathong lantern boatTurning the pages of this beautifully illustrated multicultural children's book, you'll understand why in Thailand there's always a good reason to celebrate!

 

 

This book is aimed at children at US kindergarten-5th grade.

This book has been graded for interest at 5-10 years.

There are 48 pages in this book. This book was published in 2022 by Tuttle Publishing .

Elaine Russell is the author of the middle reader books Martin McMillan and the Lost Inca City, and Martin McMillan and the Secret of the Ruby Elephant as well as the adult novel Across the Mekong River. She has volunteered extensively with the organization Legacies of War, whose mission is to raise awareness of the effects of War-era bombing in Laos. Thailand native Patcharee Meesukhon has illustrated numerous children's books for publishers in Thailand, Australia, India and other parts of the world.