Cohen, Barbara. Here Come the Purim Players! New York: Lothrop, Lee & Shepard Books, 1984
All the Jews in the Prague Ghetto watch a troupe of local players reenact the story of Queen Esther.
Dobler, Lavinia. Customs and Holidays Around the World. New York: Fleet Publishing Corporation, 1962
This book gives a great description of all the celebrations in this unit.
Epstein, Sam. The First Book of Mexico. New York: F. Watts, 1976
This book discusses the politics, agriculture and industry of Mexico, describes its festivals and traces its history from the early nomadic peoples.
Hubley, Penny. Italian Family. Minneapolis: Lerner Publications Co.,1987
This book describes the home, school, amusements, customs, and work of an eight year old girl and her family living in a small town outside of Florence.
Koslow, Philip. Ancient Ghana: Land of Gold. New York: Chelsea House, 1995
This book highlights Ghana with mention of the other kingdoms of Africa.
Marcus, Rebecca B. Fiesta Time in Mexico. Champaign, Illinois: Gerrard, 1974
This book discusses the significance of the most important Mexican holidays throughout the year and the manner of celebrating them.
Millen, Nina. Children's Festivals from Many Lands. New York: Friendship Press, 1964
This book includes readings for many holidays enjoyed by children.
Sale, J. Kirkpatrick. The Land and People of Ghana. Philadelphia: Lippincott, 1972
This is an introduction to the geography, history, people, culture and economic progress of the first Black African nation to win independence in the 20th century.