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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.

Cover: Celebrating Memorial Day
Celebrating Memorial Day
From the Series: Celebrating Holidays

Memorial Day is a time to remember those who have been killed fighting in American wars. Respectful illustrations and informative text teach readers about the history and pastimes associated… More →

  • Reading Level Grade 2
  • Lexile 890
  • Copyright 2022
  • Dimensions 9.5 x 8
 
Cover: Celebrating Mother's Day
Celebrating Mother's Day
From the Series: Celebrating Holidays

The second Sunday in May is a time to celebrate mothers and all those who are like mothers. This book discusses the origins of Mother's Day and explains how songs, poems, and food can prove… More →

  • Reading Level Grade 2
  • Lexile 510
  • Copyright 2022
  • Dimensions 9.5 x 8
 
Cover: Celebrating Presidents' Day
Celebrating Presidents' Day
From the Series: Celebrating Holidays

The third Monday in February is a time to honor the presidents of the United States. This book discusses the origins of Presidents' Day and offers young readers creative ways to celebrate the More →

  • Reading Level Grade 2
  • Lexile 750
  • Copyright 2022
  • Dimensions 9.5 x 8
 
Cover: Celebrating Saint Patrick's Day
Celebrating Saint Patrick's Day
From the Series: Celebrating Holidays

Dress in some green, savor a slice of soda bread, and catch a little luck of the Irish! Kids will discover the history behind Saint Patrick's Day, and find out ways to celebrate on their own. More →

  • Reading Level Grade 2
  • Lexile 540
  • Copyright 2022
  • Dimensions 9.5 x 8
 
Cover: Celebrating Thanksgiving
Celebrating Thanksgiving
From the Series: Celebrating Holidays

Thanksgiving is turkey, pumpkin pie, family gatherings, and a celebration of all the good things for which we're grateful. But how did out modern-day Thanksgiving traditions get their start?… More →

  • Reading Level Grade 2
  • Lexile 530
  • Copyright 2022
  • Dimensions 9.5 x 8
 
Cover: Celebrating Valentine's Day
Celebrating Valentine's Day
From the Series: Celebrating Holidays

Valentine's Day is a time for lacy red hearts, tasty chocolates, and letting your loved ones know how much you care. This title reveals the origin of our February 14 traditions, as well as… More →

  • Reading Level Grade 2
  • Lexile 570
  • Copyright 2022
  • Dimensions 9.5 x 8

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