Explains the origin, historical or religious significance, and practice of coming of age in different cultures around the world.

What are rites of passage? -- Holy Communion and confirmation -- Entering a Buddhist monastery -- Muslim Hatum ceremony -- African initiation ceremonies -- Native American sunrise ceremony -- Aboriginal puberty rituals -- Jewish bar and bat mitzvah -- Hindu Upanayana ceremony -- Quinceañera -- Japanese Coming-of-Age Day -- New rituals from old -- Growing up, moving on.