Victorian Christmas shows how the traditions of decorating the evergreen tree, gift-giving, Christmas caroling, and even jolly old St. Nick were started and embraced during the Victorian era in North America.
Finally, the Canadian story of Thanksgiving, celebrating our past and educating our children about Canadian history and traditions. Presented in storybook form with 35 colourful illustrations, this Canada 125 Project also contains the words and music to a lively, original Thanksgiving song.
Find out about the important history behind this very special holiday. Celebrate this festival of light, learn the secret of the dreidels, and help prepare for a Hanukkah party.
Topics covered; How Christmas has changed Christmas in the wilderness Christmas at a trading post The story of a settler’s first Christmas The religious side of Christmas Christmas in an early town Christmas fun in a pioneer village Decorations before the Christmas tree Wreaths, garlands, mistletoe and kissing boughs Christmas - family time Parlo …
The magic of Easter comes alive in this colorful book. Join an Easter parade, take part in an egg hunt, find out about the origins of Easter and its many customs, and celebrate this special family time.