Del Norte Public Library

Introduces the holiday of Labor Day and how and why it is celebrated in the United States.

Describes the origin of the holiday Labor Day, and how it spread from New York City to other cities, finally becoming a national holiday.

In winter, students celebrate the 100th Day of School with their classmates and teachers. All day long, they have fun with the number 100 and all the things they've learned.

This title will examine the month of January and cover information like what month number it is, what kind of weather to expect in certain areas, fun activities, historical birthdays, and federal, religious, and multi-cultural holidays. Bright and colorful photographs accompany simple text. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Jr. is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.

Illustrations and rhyming text introduce special days around the world, including the Spring Festvial, Inti Raymi, Eid al-Fitr, Día de Muertos, and the New Yam Festival. Includes calendar of special days and notes.

Introduces the life and accomplishments of Christopher Colombus, how Columbus Day became a holiday, and how it is celebrated in the United States.

"Turkey, pie, and parades-feast on the symbols and traditions of Thanksgiving in this leveled reader. A search-and-find feature reinforces key vocabulary for early readers"--

Explores the history, customs, and symbols of Halloween, how it has changed over time and how it is celebrated around the world.

An introduction to the history, purpose, and observance of Kwanzaa. Kwanzaa is an important holiday that celebrates African heritage and African-American culture. Readers will learn that African Americans celebrate this holiday with gift giving, lighting Kinara candles each day, a big feast, and much more. Complete with simple text and colorful photographs.

Explains the significance of the holiday, discussing the traditional foods and customs.