New Year's traditions of the peoples of the world. How do different countries celebrate the New Year?

Do you want to know how New Year is celebrated in places where snow never melts or, on the contrary, where unbearable heat prevails in December? Before you is — a real ticket for a round-the-world express! Together with the Snow Maiden and her curious friend Shurochka, you will embark on a grand expedition to gather the most unusual festive secrets of our planet.

In this journey, you will encounter amazing discoveries: Australia: you will see Santa Claus surfing on ocean waves and learn why children hang stockings on a blooming tropical tree; Micronesia: here we will find out why on New Year's Eve, residents whisper to choose new names; Italy: we will meet the fairy Befana, who flies down the chimney on a broom, and learn how to properly eat lentils so that coins jingle in your pockets all year long; Bulgaria: we will try the «pie of hope» with baked surprises and find out why it is considered a great fortune in this country to receive a tap on the back with a twig of cornel; USA: we will uncover the detective story of how advertising changed the image of Santa Claus and see houses shining so brightly that they can be seen even from space!

But that's not all! Each stop on our round-the-world journey — is not only a story but also a large interactive block. At the end of each chapter, young readers will find: clever puzzles and crosswords; fun attention tasks; festive riddles and creative interactives.

«New Year's Traditions of the Peoples of the World» — is the perfect gift for little erudites. The book turns the acquisition of knowledge into an exciting game, helps to have a great time, and proves: no matter where we find ourselves on Earth, New Year is always a time for friendship, discoveries, and real magic!