With an informative text and glorious illustrations, this book explains both how and why people all over the world celebrate Easter. It tells the biblical story of Jesus' Resurrection and then describes how people honor this day and the origins of these traditions. Hands-on activities help draw children into the spirit of this joyous celebration of rebirth.

Author: Aileen Fisher
Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: HarperCollins
Published: 01/03/1998
Series: Trophy Picture Books (Paperback)
Pages: 32
Weight: 0.22lbs
Size: 8.00h x 7.82w x 0.13d
ISBN: 9780064434904
Audience: Ages 9-12


Review Citation(s):
Publishers Weekly 02/23/1998

About the Author
Vitale, Stefano: -

Stefano Vitale's award-winning artwork appears in galleries and exhibitions as well as in such picture books as When the Wind Stops, by Charlotte Zolotow (an ALA Notable Book). Mr. Vitale is a graduate of the University of Southern California and of the Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, California. He lives with his family in Venice, Italy.

Fisher, Aileen: - Aileen Fisher has written many books for children and has received the prestigious NCTE Award for Excellence in Poetry for the body of her work. Ms. Fisher lives in Boulder, CO.

Stefano Vitale's distinguished illustrations grace many books for children, including Chalotte Zolotow's When the Wind Stops, an ALA Notable Book of 1996. Mr. Vitale lives in Oyster Bay, NY.