social life and customs

Brings together the holidays, traditional dress, cuisine and famous figures, including Asian American astronauts, Olympic gold medalists, inventors, artists, political leaders and more from nineteen Asian American groups.

Sara attends a potlatch hosted by her father and stepmother in Hydaburg, Alaska, where guests from all over come to share in the festivities. Food is prepared, the gym is set up, and speeches are given. Different Haida artists present dance screens to each clan, and then the dancers take the floor. Sara, her family, and their dance group, the Rainbow Creek Dancers, take the floor last, and she feels her ancestors dancing alongside her.

Describes the lives of two young Chinese Americans and their customs and conditions at home in New York City's Chinatown.

Provides information about the history of Kwanzaa, including when, where, and who first celebrated it, its meaning, the traditions associated with it, including lighting kinara candles, hosting a karamu, and gift-giving, and how it is celebrated in different parts of the world today.

Explains how the Oneidas, one of many Native American tribes in the United States, fit into the history of North America's native peoples, covering lands and origins, history, traditions, contemporary life, issues, and more.

Looks at the contributions of European Americans to literature, the arts, sports, and other areas of culture in the United States.

Examines the culture, customs, and contributions of Hispanic Americans.

Highlights the contributions of Asian Pacific Americans to American society, including contributions in print, the arts, movies, music, sports, and food.

Examines the controversial issue of teenage cell phone use, discussing the history, impact of cell phone use on relationships, addiction, cell phone use while driving, and other related topics.

An illustrated exploration of the mythology, art, religion, civilization, and customs of the ancient Maya.