Read Awhile is a series of graded stories and non-fiction texts that have been written specifically for young children in the Caribbean. Read Awhile books also contain questions, activities and other materials designed to improve children's reading skills and vocabulary.

This book takes us on a tour around the Caribbean at festival time, starting at the New Year and ending around Christmas.  Our 'Festival boat' stops off at Carnival, Crop Over, Divali, Independence Day, Junkanoo and many more.  Find out about some of the best festicals in the world.