Thailand

Children's Literature - Joyce Rice

The people of Thailand call themselves Thai, but they come from many different backgrounds. The people of each background celebrate their culture in different ways. They even follow different calendars for these celebrations. Some celebrations are determined by a solar calendar, some by a lunar calendar, and some by the Gregorian calendar. The climate is much like the climate in the state of Florida. It is warm much of the year and there is often enough rain during the summer months to flood the rivers. Readers will learn about the Thai people and their festivals. The author gives the background for each festival, and coaxes the reader to think about some of the ideas and practices of the Thai people. The reader is also given instructions for crafts that represent the Thai people. Part of the "Festivals of the World." Series, this book is a good choice.