Philippines: The Culture
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The traditions of the Philippines' many different groups of peoples, as well as Spanish and American influences, have joined to create the culture of the Philippines. Christian celebrations such as Christmas and saint's days, Muslim holidays such as Ramadan, and harvest festivals featuring giant higantes are showcased alongside a distinctly Filipino culture that includes the singkil dance, bamboo instruments, and carabao tales. Other topics include: - Catholic and Muslim holidays - fiestas throughout the year - traditional arts such as weaving and seashell crafts - a carabao folktale - gongs and musical instruments - the Muslim calendar - the Filipino language
Format:Library Binding
Language:English
ISBN:0778793540
ISBN13:9780778793540
Release Date:October 2001
Publisher:Crabtree Publishing Company
Length:32 Pages
Weight:1.00 lbs.
Dimensions:0.3" x 8.7" x 11.3"
Age Range:9 to 12 years
Grade Range:Grades 4 to 7
Related Subjects
9 - 12 Years Asia Children's Children's Books Education & Reference History Southeast AsiaCustomer Reviews
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EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 16 years ago
i was very please with the product that i bought. it not only was in prestine condition, it was delievered to me straight away - actually coming a week early. i would definatly recommend buy from this seller.
MABUHAY, PHILIPPINES!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 17 years ago
A MIGHTY FINE BOOK WITH GOOD NARRATIVE AND FANTASTIC PHOTOS. I TRAVEL OFTEN IN THE PHILIPPINES, AND THIS BOOK ACCURATELY CAPTURED THE PEOPLE AND THE LAND. IT IS A NICE COMFORTABLE READ, ESEPCIALLY WHEN YOU'RE PLANNING YOUR NEXT ADVENTURE AND WHAT TO DO AND SEE NEXT. SALAMAT PO AND MABUHAY FROM AMERICA!
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