Birthdays Around the World

Whether you're in Mexico, the Philippines, Sweden, or the United States, a birthday is reason to celebrate.

But the ways this day is celebrated are as diverse as the languages above. Here is a collection of birthday customs from seven countries, carefully researched and vibrantly illustrated by the creators of Christmas Around the World.

You will find information on the history of -birthday celebrations, superstitions, and even ideas for planning your own Around the World birthday party. This fascinating book will inspire you to see this special day in a whole new light.