Roland Harvey's Big Book of Christmas
Author(s): Roland Harvey
Did you know that in Italy a kindly old witch called Le Befanadelivers presents to the children? That in Holland Saint Nicholas arrives by steamboat in November? And that here in Australia we have some weird and wonderful traditions of our own?Christmas is celebrated in many ways around the world, and this book is full of interesting and surprising facts about how it's done. Roland Harvey has loads of stories to tell, easy and delicious Christmas recipes to prepare, and clever ideas for making thoughtful, eco-friendly presents and decorations. There's so much to keep you busy in the Big Book of Christmas, and when everyone is together on the big day, you can put on a puppet show, play some excellent games, and belt out your favourite Christmas carols!
Product Information
Roland Harvey is one of Australia's favourite illustrators, loved for his humour and his intriguing, detailed artwork. He has created greeting cards, posters and books, and his most recent titles for children include the bestselling At the Beach, In the Bush and In the City.
THE STORY OF CHRISTMAS1 The Story of Christmas4 The First Christmas5 'Tis the Season6 Father Christmas7 The Spirit of Giving8 Christmas in Australia12 The Old Days14 Australian Customs16 Different Communities, Different CelebrationsCHRISTMAS AROUND THE WORLD17 Christmas around the World18 New Zealand19 Britain and Ireland26 France28 Germany30 Holland32 Italy34 Greece36 Spain38 Poland40 Russia42 Czech Republic44 The Balkans46 Scandinavia48 Middle East49 USA, Canada and Latin AmericaACTIVITIES53 Activities54 Making Presents60 Decorations62 Projects67 GamesCAROLS71 Carols72 Christmas Day73 Away in a Manger74 The Twelve Days of Christmas76 O Come All Ye Faithful77 Joy to the World78 Good King Wenceslas79 Silent Night80 Rocking81 While Shepherds Watch
General Fields
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- : Allen & Unwin
- : Allen & Unwin
- : 0.424
- : 01 October 2008
- : 285mm X 211mm X 8mm
- : Australia
- : books
Special Fields
- : Roland Harvey
- : Paperback
- : 1110
- : Roland Harvey
- : English
- : 201
- : 96
- : Colour illustrations