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Description
The book surveys Christmas traditions celebrated in New Mexico, Texas, Arizona, and Oklahoma. It explores regional customs, music, and cultural practices specific to the American Southwest. The book includes traditional carols, recipes, and crafts associated with these holiday celebrations. This book is written for middle grade readers.
Quick Summary
Discover how kids in the American Southwest celebrate Christmas with piñatas, luminarias, and traditions you won't find anywhere else in the country. The book takes readers on a colorful journey through New Mexico, Texas, Arizona, and Oklahoma, revealing the mouthwatering foods, stunning decorations, and heartwarming customs that make Southwestern Christmas celebrations absolutely one of a kind. If your kid loves exploring world cultures through books like "National Geographic Kids: Holidays Around the World," they'll be hooked on this Southwest version that proves Christmas looks different and delicious in the desert. Perfect for curious readers in grades 4 through 7 who want to expand their holiday horizons beyond the typical snow and ornaments.