This is an online photocopy of the original text of the children's book The Fairies' Festival by John Witt Randall (c1894), a collection of illustrated children's poems.

Voyageurs are remembered each year in Manitoba's Festival du Voyageur. It is a special recognition and reinforcement of the province's deep Franco-Manitoban history and roots. This winter celebration is proof that the voyageurs' courage...

The activities listed here are those used at water festivals around Eastern Ontario and many could be duplicated in the classroom.

Learn about the Chinese New Year Festival and its many traditions in this interactive slideshow.

This lesson plan combines the study of cultural and religious festivals which center on light, with a science study of candle flames. The holidays which are covered are Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Le Re'veillon, Los Posados, and St. Lucia Day....

Use this activity to promote a multicultural discussion about the many different harvest celebrations around the world. Festivals in Ghana, China, Korea, Vietnam, and India are included!

Discusses the difference between modern and ancient Greek Olympic games, and goes into depth about the religious festivals that took place. Additional links to related material.

Learn all about the history and traditions of the Jewish Festival of Lights known as Hanukkah.

At this site from Don Quijote focuses on Spanish holidays, festivals, and events. Click on the links to the holidays to learn more about each.

Information on China's ancient past and the roots of modern-day Chinese culture. Includes information on Chinese festivals, religions, and philosophy.

Students learn about the Festivals of Ancient China including the Chinese New Year and Spring, Lantern, Qingming, Dragon Boat, and the Night of Sevens on this site.

Mexico Online offers a simple, brief explanation of the official holidays of Mexico - some religious, some civic. A link to "Local Festivals Guide" gives additional information. Good site!

Article outlines the holy places, holidays, and ritual practices of the Buddhist faith. Includes links to more extensive information about selected holidays.

Visit the Spanish city of Rodrigo at this official city site and learn about its features and festivals popular throughout Spain. A brief history, in Spanish, and photographs document the Spanish holidays celebrated in Ciudad Rodrigo....

The ideas contained in these teacher notes are intended to present a range of creative activities to assist the development of independent research. It is hoped they will reinforce work undertaken collaboratively in class and develop...

An article about the Mid-Autumn Festival, an annual Chinese harvest festival. The article describes how the Chinese celebrate the festival and retells the folktale, "Chang E Flees to the Moon," that points to the festival's origin.

An article about the Dragon Boat Festival, a traditional Chinese holiday. The article discusses the legends behind the festival and the customs associated with it.

An article about the Chinese Double Ninth Festival, which coincides with the blossoming of chrysanthemums, and how it is celebrated.

Information and casts of all the Eric Rohmer's films presented at the International Film Festival of Cannes.

Information about the Chinese Double Seventh Festival, which is celebrated in China much as Valentine's Day is celebrated in the West.

An article about Qingming Festival that describes why the Chinese celebrate it.

An article about the Chinese Lantern Festival and the customs associated with it.

An article about how the Chinese celebrate the Chinese Spring Festival, also known as Chinese New Year or the Lunar New Year.

Ten word order games with sentences about festivals celebrates around the world. Drag the words into the correct order to form complete sentences. Hints are available if needed and work can be checked when completed.