"This lavishly illustrated compendium is a perfect way to showcase an international array of over 30 annual celebrations, festivals, national observances, and holidays."

– Booklist

"The information is readable and interesting, informing in language easily accessed by children, while also including necessary vocabulary. Bright colorful illustrations pair with the pictures well, giving deeper understanding of the different festivals [. . .] perfect for elementary students and is a great addition to classrooms and libraries."

– Children's Literature

"A jam-packed compendium of holiday information."

– Kirkus Reviews

"This book successfully makes connections to widely known holidays around the world and ­introduces events of great significance to enlighten readers on the origins of local ­festivities and observances."

– School Library Journal

"Each chapter includes bright, beautiful illustrations that further vivify traditions like the dragon dance and the blowing of the shofar, complementing the text by showing the joy involved in these diverse celebrations. Even less exuberant holidays, like All Saint’s Day and Passover, are illustrated with scenes in which families spend time together and engage in their traditions."

– Foreword Reviews