The Big Book of Birthdays - Your Special Day Around the World

What''s the one day a year that''s all about you? Your birthday, of course! Everyone loves their special day, and there are so many ways to celebrate. From birthday seaweed soup in Korea, to piñatas in Mexico, and playing ampe in Ghana, this book takes you on a tour around the world to discover how different people mark the occasion. Need inspiration for your next birthday bash, ideas for making your very own wrapping paper, or a recipe for perfect payesh? Or, do you wonder why we have the year of the ox and blow out candles? Illustrator and author Anna Lena Feunekes provides the perfect present in a compelling compendium of birthday traditions. Perfect for curious children, Whether you''re preparing for your own birthday, looking for the perfect present, or just love trivia, this book takes the cake!

About the author

Anna Lena Feunekes is a self-taught illustrator and author from the Netherlands. She has always been fond of creating art and finding surprising stories that will inspire people. In her artwork, she uses a mix of collage, paint, and digital tools to add depth and a tactile sense to really bring her work to life.

Product details

• Authors: Anna Lena Feunekes
• Publisher: Dorling Kindersley USA
• Languages: English
• Age Recommendation: ages 7 to 9
• Product format: Hardback
• Release: 16.06.2026
• EAN: 9780593970645
• ISBN: 978-0-593-97064-5
• No. of pages: 48
• Subjects: Children's and young people's books > Play, learning > Miscellaneous; JUVENILE NONFICTION / Holidays & Celebrations / Birthdays, People & places (Children's / Teenage), Children’s / Teenage: General interest, Personal & social issues (Children's / Teenage), Children’s / Teenage: Personal and social topics, Children's / Teenage: general non-fiction, Educational: Social sciences, Educational: Social sciences, social studies, Birthdays, JUVENILE NONFICTION / Social Topics / General