The document describes traditions and holidays from several European countries that are part of the Comenius Project, including: - In Bulgaria, the spring fertility ritual of Lazarovden where young girls called "lazarki" sing and dance from house to house. - In Poland, the traditions of All Souls' Day where people decorate graves with flowers and light candles in memory of the dead. - In Greece, Carnival celebrations include parades with masked groups and the burning of an effigy of King Carnival. - In Italy and Romania, the tradition of decorating Christmas trees with foods, candles, and other ornaments that represent religious figures. - In Portugal, small scenery