×
Paperback
December 2004
9781903458013
More details
- Publisher
Hawthorn Press - Published
1st December 2004 - ISBN 9781903458013
- Language English
- Pages 256 pp.
$22.00
Birthdays are milestones on our journey through life. The authors say, "We wrote this book for the many people who wish to find ways of bringing beauty, meaning, and a touch of magic into the celebration of birthdays."
The Birthday Book is packed with recipes, stories, songs, games, and ideas for cards, decorations and presents. There are suggestions for ‘oldies’, for teenagers, 18th and 21st parties, as well as children’s parties. You will also find unusual celebrations for those celebrating birthdays on holiday, ill in bed, at Christmas or for rainy days.
Features:
— A complete resource for birthday celebrations from age one to 100+.
— How to organize a party—invitations, games, prizes and food.
— Party suggestions for teenagers, 18 to 21 year-olds, twins, and small children.
— Unique celebrations for those on holiday, ill, Christmas birthdays, and rainy days.
— Birthday traditions from around the world—Chinese, Muslim, Hindu, and many more.
C O N T E N T S:
Foreword by Diana Carey
Introduction
1. Where Do Birthdays Come From?
2. The Candlelit Cake
3. Birthday Traditions
4. Exceptional Birthdays
5. Party Time
6. Invitations and Cards
7. Party Games
8. Party Activities
9. Entertainment
10. Eating at a Party
11. Decoration
12. Gifts
13. Gift-wrap
14. Poems and Songs
15. Stories
16. Birth and Star Wisdom
17. Calendar of Saints
Appendix 1. Back to Basics
Appendix 2. Conversation Charts
About the Illustrator
Index
Ann Druitt
Ann Druitt trained as an artist. She divides her time between teaching and writing.
Christine Fynes-Clinton
Christine Fynes-Clinton works as a music teacher and doll-maker and leads workshops on festivals and family life.
