Story of our holidays
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1) Christmas
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Series
Pub. Date
2017.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
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 holiday's 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"--Provided by the publisher.
2) Earth day
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Series
Pub. Date
2016.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
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
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
Description
"Describes the holiday of Mardi Gras, including how and where it's celebrated and its history"--
9) Columbus Day
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Series
Pub. Date
2017.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"Columbus Day might seem like just another day off from school, but every year we remember Columbus's 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 holiday's history and significance, in addition to following a cornmeal griddle cake recipe and making a boat craft from a bottle cap and...
10) Day of the Dead
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Series
Pub. Date
2017.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 1
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"--Publisher's website.
11) Diwali
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights, is celebrated with firecrackers, sweet treats, and exciting tales of a prince and princess. Readers will learn about the customs involved in celebrating this joyful holiday, and they can prepare a delicious mango lassi and construct a fun Diwali game to play on the big day.
12) Halloween
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Series
Pub. Date
[2016]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Discusses the history of Halloween, including how other cultures celebrate it, along with a holiday craft and recipe.
13) Hanukkah
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Series
Pub. Date
2017.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Discusses the history of the Jewish festival of lights, including how it's celebrated, along with a holiday craft and recipe.
14) Kwanzaa
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Series
Pub. Date
[2016]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
Description
First observed in 1966, Kwanzaa is the weeklong celebration of African traditions in American culture. Readers will be introduced to the black power movement of the last century and understand that this holiday was created to connect African Americans with their heritage. This informative resource includes colorful photos, an easy-to-follow recipe for Botswanan stew and instructions on how to make and play the mancala counting game.
15) Thanksgiving
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Series
Pub. Date
[2017]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
This resource will tell young readers all they need to know about Thanksgiving.
16) Veterans Day
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Series
Pub. Date
2016.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
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...