Sanna, Ellyn

Examines a variety of North American folk stories, customs, and songs that are related to particular foods.

Presents an introduction to the folk customs of North America, examining stories and traditions related to love and marriage, pregnancy and birth, death and the afterlife, weather lore, luck, and predictions for the future.

Describes the history, culture, and traditions of Louisiana and presents numerous recipes from the state, also providing cooking tips.

Contains facts and figures that provide information about modern-day Mexico, the history of the country, and its states. Includes a chronology, glossary, and other references.

Examines the career possibilities for a person wanting to work in homeland security and the character traits required for a person to become a success in the profession.

Examines a career path for those seeking to work with children as a childcare worker. Describes the character traits required to become a success in the profession.

Describes the historical and contemporary lives of Chinese women, their religious, family, and public lives, and issues and controversies they face, and discusses the work of individual Chinese women who have made a difference in the world.

Describes the background and traditions of Thanksgiving and presents numerous Thanksgiving recipes, also providing cooking tips.

Examines the history, heritage, and culture of Mexican Americans and their contribution to American society.

Describes African-American history, culture, and traditions and presents numerous African-American recipes, also providing cooking tips.