Celebrating Memorial Day
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 with Memorial Day, 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 glossary, sources for further research, an index, and an introduction to the author and illustrator.
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978-1-5038-5396-6
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978-1-5038-5510-6
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$39.95 |
| Interest Level | Kindergarten - Grade 3 |
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| Reading Level | Grade 2 |
| Genre | Nonfiction |
| Category | Social Studies |
| Copyright | 2022 |
| Publisher | The Child's World, Inc. |
| Imprint | The Child's World |
| Language | English |
| Number of Pages | 32 |
| Publication Date | 2021-08-01 |
| BISACS | JNF026090, JNF026080, JNF026000 |
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| Dewey | 394.262 |
| Graphics | Full-color illustrations |
| Dimensions | 9.5 x 8 |
| Lexile | 890 |
| Guided Reading Level | O |
| Features | Activities for further learning, Author/Illustrator biography, Educational front/back matter, Glossary of key words, Index, Informative sidebars, Phonetics, Photo captions, Reviewed, Sources for further research, Suggested websites, and Table of contents |
| Online Resources |
- Some Gave All
- A Nation Divided
- Decoration Day
- Flowers for the Fallen
- Celebrating Memorial Day
- Stars and Stripes Forever
- Poetry Corner
- Songs of Memorial Day
- Joining in the Spirit of Memorial Day
- Making a Patriotic Float
- Making Poppies to Wear
- Glossary
- Learn More
- Index
Author: Trudi Strain Trueit
Trudi Strain Trueit is a former television news reporter, weather forecaster, and anchor. She has written more than forty books for children. She lives in Everett, Wahsington, with her husband, Bill.
Illustrator: Ronnie Rooney
Reviews
A noteworthy review of Celebrating Holidays from School Library Journal on November 1, 2021
This series captures the sights and sounds of holidays around the world. Young readers are introduced to new holidays and learn the histories of familiar celebrations. Each title reproduces the excitement with descriptive language and engaging illustrations. Modern-day practices are… View →
