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21) November
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This title will examine the month of November 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.
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"Despite what many people believe, Cinco de Mayo isn't the day Mexico celebrates its independence. The holiday, celebrated on May 5 each year, actually commemorates the date Mexican troops defeated the French more than 150 years ago. In this book, readers will find more information about the history of Cinco de Mayo, including where and how it's celebrated around the world. Interestingly, it's a much bigger deal in the United States than in other...
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"Trick or treat! Halloween is one of the most exciting holidays. Dressing up in creative costumes and going door-to-door for candy with friends is something most children look forward to all year. It can also be a pretty spooky holiday, full of skeletons, monsters, and more. This book looks at how Halloween has changed over thousands of years, from the ancient Celtic celebration of Samhain to modern-day trick-or-treating. Age-appropriate text and...
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"Many people think Saint Patrick's Day is all about shamrocks, leprechauns, and green clothing, but there's actually a lot of history behind this popular holiday. This book is packed with fun facts about the origins of Saint Patrick's Day--Saint Patrick, for example, wasn't even Irish! Readers will also learn about past and present traditions surrounding this day of celebration. Today, many cities hold parades, and some local rivers are even dyed...
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Six more weeks of winter! That's what people shout each year on February 2nd if the famous groundhog in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, sees his shadow. An animal might seem like a strange and unreliable way to predict the weather, but people have been consulting critters on this for hundreds of years. With age-appropriate text, this book explores the history of Groundhog Day from its origins as a pagan celebration to today. Full-color images provide...
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"Students who enjoy watching colorful fireworks explode on the Fourth of July may wonder why Americans come together to celebrate certain national holidays each year. This book is sure to keep young readers engaged as they learn about the rich history and significant men and women behind the holidays Americans celebrate today. The narrative nonfiction text also features captivating photos and a list of national holidays by month. This fascinating...
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"April fools! Whether you're the trickster or the tricked, the first day of April each year is filled with fun pranks and practical jokes. April Fools' Day has been celebrated for hundreds of years, but believe it or not, nobody is really sure how and when it started. Using accessible language, this book explores the stories behind the history of this joke-filled holiday. Readers will love learning about how April Fools' Day has been celebrated in...
30) July
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An introduction to some of the characteristics, events, and activities of the month of July.
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Readers will learn that it's important to recognize and be thankful for our nation's veterans. These people are willing to sacrifice their well-being for the sake of the entire country. This book features eye-catching photographs, accessible language perfect beginning readers, and a picture glossary to help develop expanding vocabularies.
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Memorial Day is an important and special holiday, but some people forget why we celebrate it. This educational book encourages readers to reflect on the sacrifices military personnel make to protect our country. This book also touches upon the more lighthearted side of the holiday and the different types of celebrations that people have each year. Featuring full-color photographs and accessible text, this book is sure to engage beginning readers.
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Each year, Martin Luther King Jr. Day serves as a reminder of the life and work of one of America's greatest civil rights activists. In this informative book, readers will learn about the importance of the civil rights movement and why we celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
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Independence Day is a holiday known for the many ways in which people choose to celebrate, parades, cookouts and, of course, fireworks. To many, the holiday is known simply as the Fourth of July. Some readers may not know the reasons we celebrate this holiday. What is the significance of celebrating on this specific date? What exactly happened on July 4, 1776? With accessible vocabulary and eye-catching photographs, this book will teach readers about...
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The United States may be a relatively young country, but in just over 240 years of independence, the United States has had more than 40 presidents. Being president isn't an easy job, so every year we take a day to celebrate and honor the presidents of past and present. This informative book teaches readers more about the history of the role of president of the United States and highlights particularly influential presidents of the past.
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