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"Cinco de Mayo is about celebrating! It honors a Mexican Army victory during the Battle of Puebla in 1862. Some people mark the holiday with folk dancing or traditional foods such as chalupas and mole poblano. Others watch parades or attend cultural festivals. Readers will discover how a shared holiday can have multiple traditions and be celebrated in all sorts of ways"--
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Cinco de Mayo is a time to celebrate Mexican culture and heritage. From the victory at the Battle of Puebla to celebrations across the country today, the Cinco de Mayo book provides an in-depth and informative overview of the holiday. Each title in the American Celebrations series has easy-to-read text that is supplemented by beautiful photos, maps, and sidebars. The series also features a hands-on activity and a recipe for a dish commonly enjoyed...
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"Cinco de Mayo is about celebrating! It honors a Mexican Army victory during the Battle of Puebla in 1862. Some people mark the holiday with folk dancing or traditional foods such as chalupas and mole poblano. Others watch parades or attend cultural festivals. Readers will discover how a shared holiday can have multiple traditions and be celebrated in all sorts of ways"--Provided by publisher.
11) Cinco de Mayo
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Cinco de Mayo is Spanish for the Fifth of May. Mexico celebrates on the fifth day of May because on that day in 1862, they defeated the French who had tried to take over their country. This book explains the reason for the two countries' battle. It also describes the heroism of Gen. Ignacio Zaragoza. The author states that Cinco de Mayo is a national holiday in both Mexico and the U.S. The U.S. celebrates because they helped Mexico by advising them...
12) Cinco De Mayo
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This book details the history of Cinco de Mayo, the colorful holiday that celebrates Mexico's victory over the French army at the Battle of Pueblo in 1862.
14) Cinco de Mayo
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An introduction to Cinco de Mayo that discusses when and why the holiday is celebrated, the traditions associated with it, and its related symbols.
15) Cinco de Mayo
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Discusses the history of the Mexican holiday Cinco de Mayo and describes the celebrations held in the United States. Provides information about the music, dancing, and food that are part of the celebration. Includes color illustrations, recipes, songs, a glossary, and an index.
19) Cinco de Mayo
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"Developed by literacy experts and educators for students in PreK through grade two, this book introduces beginning readers to Cinco de Mayo through simple, predictable text and related photos"--Provided by publisher.