Dianne M MacMillan
2) Mardi Gras
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Explains the history and customs of Mardi Gras, the significance of the holiday, the many ways in which it is celebrated, and how the celebrations vary according to location.
4) Easter
Author
Pub. Date
c1993
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
Description
An introduction to the religious and secular history, traditions, and celebrations of Easter.
9) Cheetahs
Author
Series
Pub. Date
c2009
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.8 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Describes the physical characteristics, life cycle, behavior, and conservation of cheetahs.
10) Thanksgiving Day
Author
Pub. Date
c1997
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Describes the history of Thanksgiving Day, how it came to be celebrated on the fourth Thursday in November, and the traditions associated with this holiday.
13) Humpback whales
Author
Series
Pub. Date
c2004
Description
A color-illustrated overview of the humpback whale, covering its diet, migrations, behavior, life cycle, and threats to survival.
14) Kwanzaa
Author
Series
Pub. Date
1992
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.5 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Introduces the African American holiday begun in 1966 which celebrates seven important principles.