Introduction Chapter One: The Birth of Birthdays Party Like an Egyptian When in Rome Ancient Greek Birthday Festivals The Early Middle Ages What Day Is It? The Renaissance The Industrial Revolution Good Times or Sad? Big Birthday Bashes--Commemorating History Chapter Two: Celebrating Birthdays Around the World Keeping Track of Birthdays Who's on the Guest List? Invitations Let's Eat! Birthday Gifts Fun and Games Making the Birthday Person Feel Special Celebrating at School Birthday Songs Stevie's Story Hoka's Story Chapter Three: Milestone Birthdays Welcome, Baby! Alive and Well and Ready to Celebrate That's One Big Party! Say Goodbye to the Past What Does the Future Hold? Coming of Age Growing Up Can Be Painful Don't Lose Your Key! Time to Tidy Up! Respecting Your Elders Ana's Story Dani's Story A final word from the authors Glossary References and Resources Index Acknowledgments.