Celebrating Holidays
Celebrations in the United States are diverse and exciting. Through lively illustrations and easy-to-read text, this series explores some of our best-known patriotic, religious, and cultural holidays. Each charming book includes the story of how one of these traditions started and why it remains important. Additional features to aid comprehension include activities and poetry, informative sidebars, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index, and an introduction to the author and illustrator.
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… More →
- Reading Level Grade 2
- Lexile 540
- Copyright 2022
- Dimensions 9.5 x 8
Unwrap a candy cane, listen to some jingling bells, and catch a bit of Christmas cheer! Kids will discover the history behind Christmas, and find out ways to celebrate on their own. Young… More →
- Reading Level Grade 2
- Lexile 820
- Copyright 2022
- Dimensions 9.5 x 8
Viva Mexico! Pinatas, floats, and tasty food all play a role in the holiday that remembers Mexican independence. Kids learn the historical significance behind the festivities and gain an… More →
- Reading Level Grade 2
- Lexile 500
- Copyright 2022
- Dimensions 9.5 x 8
Dia de los Muertos, or 'Day of the Dead', may seem like a bleak name for a holiday. But this exciting occasion is actually a special time to remember loved ones and to celebrate life. Young… More →
- Reading Level Grade 2
- Lexile 560
- Copyright 2022
- Dimensions 9.5 x 8
Learn about Easter eggs and try out a delicious recipe for an edible bird's nest. Kids discover the meaning of and pastimes associated with Easter. This title teaches children about… More →
- Reading Level Grade 2
- Lexile 740
- Copyright 2022
- Dimensions 9.5 x 8
The third Sunday in June is a time to celebrate fathers and all those who are like fathers. This book discusses the origins of Father's Day and explains how songs, poems, and food can prove… More →
- Reading Level Grade 2
- Lexile 540
- Copyright 2022
- Dimensions 9.5 x 8
Legends of ghosts, goblins, and ghouls fill the air, and excited trick-or-treaters scurry from house to house hoping to fill their bags with sweet goodies. Halloween is among America's most… More →
- Reading Level Grade 2
- Lexile 530
- Copyright 2022
- Dimensions 9.5 x 8
Learn about the menorah and try out a delicious recipe for latkes. Kids discover the meaning of and pastimes associated with Hanukkah. This title teaches children about traditions passed down More →
- Reading Level Grade 2
- Lexile 770
- Copyright 2022
- Dimensions 9.5 x 8
Fireworks, parades, and picnics are just a few of the ways Americans commemorate their freedom every July. Colorful photos and engaging text tell the story of our struggle for independence… More →
- Reading Level Grade 2
- Lexile 540
- Copyright 2022
- Dimensions 9.5 x 8
Juneteenth, also called Freedom Day and Emancipation Day, commemorates the ending of slavery in the United States. Readers will discover the history behind the day and find out ways to… More →
- Reading Level Grade 2
- Lexile 580
- Copyright 2022
- Dimensions 9.5 x 8
Let the good times roll! Colorful floats, shiny beads, and delicious king cakes herald the arrival of Mardi Gras. Kids discover the origins of Mardi Gras and learn about the food and… More →
- Reading Level Grade 2
- Lexile 570
- Copyright 2022
- Dimensions 9.5 x 8
The third Monday in January is a time to remember a man who fought for peace and equality. This book discusses Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and the origins of the day named in his honor.… More →
- Reading Level Grade 2
- Lexile 710
- Copyright 2022
- Dimensions 9.5 x 8