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Español
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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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English
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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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English
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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.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
Español
Description
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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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Marco loves the food, parades, and fun of Cinco de Mayo. This year he's one of the dancers. As he listens to the mariachi music, Marco thinks of the brave Mexicans at the first Cinco de Mayo. Find out the different things people do to celebrate this holiday!
Author
Publisher
Clarion Books
Pub. Date
c1991
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
32 p. : col. ill. ; 23 x 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
When four-year-old Susie treats her father to a series of special activities for Father's Day, they just happen to be all of her own favorite things.
11) Chinese New Year
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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You could say the best is saved for last when it comes to Chinese New Year. The Lantern Festival stands as the holiday's grand finale. Dragon and lion puppets dance by day. At night, glowing lanterns float on water and across sky. This introduction to China's most famous celebration will mesmerize beginning readers.
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English
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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) Veterans Day
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Veteran's Day is a day set aside to thank the men and women who risk their lives protecting America. Each year on November 11, we celebrate what they have done for our country. Learn more about the history of this important holiday, such as why it is on November 11 and what Americans do to celebrate.
14) Christmas
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English
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Young readers learn about Christmas through simple text, photos, and activities.
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English
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Each season brings beautiful changes to our world, and this endearing collection of poems celebrates them all. This playful book features poets such as Kenn Nesbitt, Trevor Harvey, Jane Clarke, and many others. Charming illustrations will transfix even reluctant readers with the magic of the seasons. Readers will relate to the wide range of emotions these poems explore, from the sadness of summer ending to the excitement of playing in snow. As they...
16) Chinese New Year
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Did you know that Chinese New Year is also called Spring Festival? On Chinese New Year, people come together with their family and friends. Discover these and other interesting facts in Chinese New Year.
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Kwanzaa is a seven-day festival that begins on December 26th and is celebrated until the first of January each year. It celebrates African American culture as well as family and community. Families gather to eat delicious foods, exchange gifts, and honor their heritage and traditions. Using age-appropriate language, this book explores Kwanzaa's roots and the social significance of its founding. Colorful images allow readers to visualize the celebration...
18) Mardi Gras
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Series
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English
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Every year, thousands of people travel to New Orleans for Mardi Gras. The city hosts the largest celebration in North America. Find out more in Mardi Gras, a title in the Celebrating Cultures series.
19) Celebrate June
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English
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This is your guidebook to celebrating June's well-known and wacky holidays! Featured days include Superman Day and Go Skateboarding Day.
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Many cultures had their own way of counting the year before the western calendar became accepted around the world. The Chinese New Year, one of the biggest holidays in modern China, is based on an ancient lunar calendar. Readers explore the long history of this celebration as well as find out about the animals associated with particular years, the food, and ways people still celebrate it today. Amazing full-color photographs show off the fun of the...
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