Grill up a good time—it’s easy thanks to this new 99-page special from the publishers of Woman’s World and First for Women! You’ll find everything you need to make any outdoor gathering extra-tasty, with more than 120 recipes for cookouts, picnics and more. Plus, we’ve got clever make-and-take dishes for portable feasts, along with plenty of desserts for a real sweet treat. So fire up that barbecue and get ready to enjoy

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Examines the history of Memorial Day and describes some of the ways that this holiday is celebrated.

Introduces the holiday that celebrates the Mexican army's defeat of French forces at La Batalla de Puebla, or the Battle of Puebla, in 1862, highlighting its historical, cultural, social, and political background.

Introduces the traditions of the Thanksgiving holiday and provides instructions for creating a variety of Thanksgiving-themed crafts, including a cornucopia and some very special kinds of turkeys.

"Native American art encompasses a multitude of handicrafts, including rugs, baskets, pottery, and wood carvings. Creativity had no limits. Fortunately, many artifacts and remnants still exist that showcase the boundless ingenuity of past as well as modern-day Native American artists, many of whom continue the time-honored traditions of their people. This valuable volume, a support to cultural studies, highlights stunning artwork of various native...

Since ancient times, native peoples across America governed themselves with a tribal council or another system of government. Many developed constitutions to codify their laws as well. This important aspect of Native American history is carefully explained in this well-researched and accessible book, which focuses on the governments of several Native American societies. Historical images, interesting fact boxes and sidebars, and a colorful design...

"The traditional clothing of Native Americans reveals much about the resources that were available to their ancestors, the climate in which they lived, their customs, and their creativity with textiles. This helpful guide to the clothing of several native peoples features different apparel worn by a variety of communities across America. Carefully chosen photographs support the interesting information in the engaging and meticulously researched text....

The American Holidays and Celebrations series explores some of the most important holidays and celebrations observed in the United States. This series highlights the historical, cultural, social, and political background of each holiday or celebration, while also showcasing the many ways in which it is commemorated across the country.