African and Caribbean Celebrations (Festivals) - Softcover

Johnson, Gail

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1903458005 ISBN 13: 9781903458006

Publisher: Hawthorn Press, 2007

Synopsis

African and Caribbean Celebrations offers a unique introduction to the rich and varied festival traditions of the African diaspora. The book blends information with practical activities, allowing readers to engage creatively with the subject.

The author provides the history and traditions of Junkonnu, Carnival, Crop Over, and the other key events of the festival calendar―all beautifully illustrated and brought to life with stories, songs, games, recipes, crafts, and activities. Contents include Festivals and Food; Music, Dance, and the Oral Tradition; Rites of Passage; and a bibliography of resources for further reading.

About this title

About the Author:

Gail Johnson was born in England and the daughter of a Jamaican father and English mother. She works as a teacher in a children’s center in Gloucester. Gail has a passion for recording history, especially that of Caribbean community members who have settled in Gloucestershire. In 2001, she won an award for Services to Education in Gloucestershire.

Review:

"'An excellent book in every way, a beacon for how to use the written word to spread knowledge, understanding and tolerance.' School Librarian (Families, Festivals and Food) 'Every family should have one.' Daily Mail"

About this edition

• Publisher: Hawthorn Press
• Publication date: 2007
• ISBN 10: 1903458005
• ISBN 13: 9781903458006
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 224
• Illustrator: Glanville Caroline