Story of our holidays
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1) Christmas
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Description
Every December millions of people all over the world wait for the twenty-fifth day of the month. They are looking forward to Christmas, one of the most celebrated holidays of the year. This heavily illustrated volume explores the holidays rich history, as well as various ways it is celebrated around the world. Readers will have a chance to prepare a gingerbread recipe and create a reindeer ornament craft.
2) Earth day
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Series
Pub. Date
[2016]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Describes the history and traditions of Earth Day, including a craft and recipe"--
3) Easter
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Series
Pub. Date
[2016]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Describes the holiday of Easter, including its history, traditions, and how it's celebrated around the world"--
5) Mardi Gras
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Series
Pub. Date
[2016]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Describes the holiday of Mardi Gras, including how and where it's celebrated and its history"--
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Chinese New Year has been celebrated for thousands of years in China. Now it is celebrated all around the world. It does not always come on the same date each year, but it is always in January or February. Readers of this volume will learn the meaning behind the holiday as well as the costumes, decorations, food, and other customs, such as the dragon parade, associated with it. This simple yet engaging book also provides instructions on how to make...
9) Columbus Day
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Description
Columbus Day might seem like just another day off from school, but every year we remember Columbuss important contributions to our nation. Today Columbus's journey to the West Indies is celebrated in a variety of ways, including parades, reenactments, and Italian-American festivals. Readers can learn about the holidays history and significance, in addition to following a blue corn cake recipe and making a boat craft from a walnut shell and clay.
10) Day of the Dead
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Description
"The Day of the Dead" is a celebration honoring those who have left this world. Readers of this volume will understand the meaning behind the holiday as well as the costumes, decorations, food, and other customs associated with it. A recipe for champurrado (Mexican drinking chocolate) and instructions to create a skeleton craft are also provided.
11) Diwali
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Description
Diwali is an important holiday in the Hindu tradition. It celebrates the triumph of light over darkness, of good over evil, and of hope over despair. How did this holiday begin? How is it celebrated? Learn all about the history and customs of Diwali.
12) Halloween
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Description
Costumes, candy, and haunted hayrides are common traditions of Halloween. But there is much more to this holiday that trick or treating. Read about the history of Halloween, and how other cultures celebrate it. Also learn how to make witch finger cookies and mini ghost decorations.
13) Hanukkah
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Description
Young readers will learn how Jews in the United States and abroad celebrate Hanukkah, an eight-day commemoration of the Maccabean rebellion, when a lamp with enough oil to last only one day burned for eight days and nights. This simple yet engaging book also provides instructions on how to make a dreidel and play the game as well as a recipe for applesauce to enjoy over latkes, roast chicken, or just on its own.
14) Kwanzaa
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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First observed in 1966, Kwanzaa is the weeklong celebration of African traditions in American culture. But how did it begin? How is it celebrated today? And what does it represent? Learn about the history and customs of Kwanzaa, as well as how to make and play the mancala counting game and how to cook Botswanan chicken stew!
15) Thanksgiving
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
On Thanksgiving we give thanks for all the good things in our lives and enjoy lots of food, football, and family. Read about the history of the holiday, which began as a harvest festival, and the different ways it is celebrated. Also create your own turkey seating card for Thanksgiving dinner, and help cook it by following a recipe for cranberry sauce.
16) Veterans Day
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Description
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...
