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In the United States, people celebrate many holidays. Encourage beginning readers to learn about national holidays and develop their reading skills with this engaging Spanish book that features detailed images, simple text, a glossary, and an index. Kindergarten students will build their foundational literacy skills as they learn about the importance and meaning of US holidays.
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In the United States, people celebrate many holidays. Encourage beginning readers to learn about national holidays and develop their reading skills with this engaging nonfiction title that features detailed images, simple text, a glossary, and an index. A culminating activity promotes additional thinking and learning.
4) Christmas
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Updated for 2020, young readers learn about Christmas through simple text, photos, and activities.
6) Thanksgiving
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Updated for 2020, young readers learn about Thanksgiving through simple text, photos, and activities.
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In Juneteenth, young readers will learn about this American holiday and the ways people celebrate it. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage emergent readers as they explore this unique holiday.
A labeled diagram helps readers understand the symbols of Juneteenth, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about Juneteenth online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate...
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Every holiday is full of special symbols and decorations, and this Zentangle® guide teaches readers how to bring design into the festivities. Step-by-step instructions help readers divide holiday shapes, such as jack-o-lanterns, Christmas trees, and Easter chicks, into smaller parts. Readers will learn basic Zentangle® designs they can mix and match in unique ways as they doodle each holiday symbol. Up-close visuals help readers master patterns...
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Despite what many people believe, Cinco de Mayo isn't the day Mexico celebrates its independence. The holiday, celebrated on May 5th each year, actually commemorates the date Mexican troops defeated the French more than 150 years ago. In this book, readers will find information about the history of Cinco de Mayo, including where and how it's celebrated around the world. Interestingly, it's a much bigger deal in the United States than in other countries,...
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Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with this fun introduction for kids ages 6 to 9
St. Patrick's Day is about more than just shamrocks and leprechauns! This engaging nonfiction book for kids explains the history, traditions, and customs of St. Patrick's Day-and includes interactive activities that encourage kids to celebrate at home or in their communities.
This standout among Saint Patrick's Day books for kids includes:
• Celebratory traditions-Kids...
13) The Package
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In this fictional narrative, Adrian receives a package from his father and a surprise present, too! A family structure with one parent working far away is introduced. Bright illustrations and explanatory text will help readers follow along as the main character learns about Germany's rich culture. This fiction title is paired with the nonfiction title My Dad Is in the Army Overseas.
14) Veterans Day
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On Veterans Day, Americans honor all who have served in the US armed forces. The holiday began in commemoration of the one-year anniversary of the end of World War I and continues to be celebrated every year on November 11. Readers will learn the ways this holiday is celebrated across the country, and can reinforce their understanding by following a recipe for the all-American Apple Brown Betty and instructions to make a thank-you card they can give...
16) New Year
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Did you know that New Year's Day is celebrated by people all over the world? Fireworks light up the sky at midnight on January 1 every year. Learn these
and other fascinating facts in New Year.
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Juneteenth, which is celebrated each year on June 19th, commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. This holiday began in 1865, more than two years after President Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation. News spread much slower back then, and when slaves in Texas finally learned of their freedom, the holiday was born. In this book, readers are given an in-depth look at the history of Juneteenth, including the events leading up to its...
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Grandma has run the town's garbage business, and her three sons drive the trucks. But what happens when her sons are all too sick to work-and it's the 4th of July, the day of the Big Parade? Leave it to Grandma to get the town clean, with the help of her young grandson, Billy, as she embarks on a hilarious romp through town-and creates nearly as much mess as she cleans up.
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You call for mommy every day so Mother's Day should be celebrated well. But who first thought of a special day for mommies? Learn about the origins of the holiday by going through the pages of this book for children. Use this as a special excuse for bonding over story hour. So what are you waiting for?
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