{"product_id":"thai-celebrations-for-children-festivals-holidays-and-traditions-9780804852807","title":"Thai Celebrations for Children: Festivals, Holidays and Traditions","description":"\u003cb\u003eIt's time to celebrate, Thai style!\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ci\u003eThai Celebrations for Children\u003c\/i\u003e 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. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eHave 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. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eEnjoy the celebrations at home with: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn exciting exploration of everything from the Bor Sang Umbrella Festival to Thai National Elephant Day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstructions for making a Phi Ta Khon ghost mask\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA step-by-step guide to making your own Loi Krathong lantern boat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTurning the pages of this beautifully illustrated multicultural children's book, you'll understand why in Thailand there's always a good reason to celebrate!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eElaine Russell\u003c\/b\u003e is the author of \u003ci\u003eAll About Thailand\u003c\/i\u003e as well as middle-grade readers \u003ci\u003eMartin McMillan and the Lost Inca City\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eMartin McMillan and the Secret of the Ruby Elephant\u003c\/i\u003e and the adult novel \u003ci\u003eAcross the Mekong River\u003c\/i\u003e. She has volunteered with the organization Legacies of War, whose mission is to raise awareness of the effects of Vietnam War-era bombings in Laos. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThailand native \u003cb\u003ePatcharee Meesukhon\u003c\/b\u003e has illustrated many children's books, in addition to Tuttle's \u003ci\u003eAll About Thailand\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eThai Children's Favorite Stories\u003c\/i\u003e, for publishers in Thailand, Australia and India.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Tuttle Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50725646631186,"sku":"9780804852807","price":10.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_f628f4d6-d392-4df0-94dd-66891a74b5f0.jpg?v=1734837810","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/thai-celebrations-for-children-festivals-holidays-and-traditions-9780804852807","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}