A Very Curious Christmas - Festive facts, winter science and holidays around the world

Join Maddie Moate as she uncovers the most incredible facts about the festive season – from upside-down Christmas trees to presents delivered by a goat!

You''ll explore winter science – including how fairy lights work, why holly leaves are spiky and where snowflakes come from.

And you''ll discover how different people around the world celebrate the Christmas period, and the fascinating history behind festive traditions.

Plus, every chapter includes seasonal activities and craft ideas to get you in the holiday spirit, from recyclable decorations to a magical recipe for Santa’s milk and even a mini ice-rink!

This curious collection of festive facts and activities will keep children aged 6+ and their families entertained through the dark winter months, and is perfect for fans of Maddie’s Do You Know?<>

Product details

• Authors: Maddie Moate
• Assisted by: Paul Boston (Illustration), Boston Paul (Illustration)
• Publisher: Puffin UK
• Languages: English
• Age Recommendation: ages 6 to 9
• Product format: Paperback
• Released: 03.10.2024
• EAN: 9780241695937
• ISBN: 978-0-241-69593-7
• No. of pages: 240
• Dimensions: 129 mm x 198 mm x 15 mm
• Subjects: Children's and young people's books > Children's books up to 11 years of age; Christmas, JUVENILE NONFICTION / Curiosities & Wonders, JUVENILE NONFICTION / History / General, History & the past: general interest (Children's / Teenage), JUVENILE NONFICTION / Games & Activities / General, JUVENILE NONFICTION / Social Science / Sociology, Interactive & activity books & packs, Seasonal interest: Winter, JUVENILE NONFICTION / Science & Nature / General, Children’s interactive and activity books and kits, Interest age: from c 6 years, Children’s / Teenage general interest: History and the past