Gives the historical background for the celebration of more than twenty-nine special occasions from various countries like Guy Fawkes Day and Swedish Spring, with instructions on traditional touches, decorations, games, and making items for a party.

Instructions for duplicating such Eskimo artifacts as charms, kayaks, masks, games, soap carvings, and dolls.

Briefly traces the development of ancient Egyptian civilization and gives instructions for making models of such Egyptian artifacts as pyramids, hieroglyphics, papyrus scrolls, frieze painting, board games, and jewelry.

Traces the history of sixteen major Jewish holidays and describes their celebration from ancient times to the present day. Also gives instructions for crafts and activities related to each holiday.