The United States is one land but it has many cultures.

Relates how Sarah Hale, a magazine editor and author, persuaded President Lincoln to transform Thanksgiving Day into a national holiday.

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

Step back in time and experience World War I and the beginnings of modern America. The past will come to life with well-researched, clearly written informational text, primary sources with accompanying questions, charts, graphs, diagrams, timelines, and maps, multiple prompts, and more. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.

"This book looks at ways Cuba and the United States are alike and ways they differ. Readers will learn about Cuba's schools, holidays, music, and food."--

"Like any neighbor, the United States and the Dominican Republic share many things that are alike and many things that are different. In this book, readers discover how much children in the U.S. have in common with children in the Dominican Republic."--

Introduces the holiday, Day of the Dead, or Día de los Muertos, and describes how it is celebrated in Mexico and in the United States.

Discusses the role of women in eighteenth century society including their legal status, lack of formal education, and their role in the American Revolution.

The Chinese New Year is a time to celebrate renewal and fresh beginnings. In America, this holiday has become an important and exciting cultural tradition. Lively illustrations and informative text teach readers about the history and pastimes associated with the Chinese New Year, as well as what they can do to commemorate the day. Additional features to aid comprehension include activities and poetry, informative sidebars, a table of contents, a phonetic...