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8) Thanksgiving
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Describes the origins of Thanksgiving, and the traditions associated with it, including parades, sporting events, and special foods.
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The Fourth of July, or Independence Day, is a special day in the United States. In 1776, the British colonies in North America declared their independence from Great Britain. Some Americans celebrate Independence Day by having cookouts, watching fireworks, and having parades. Other people choose to celebrate by taking a vacation. This book shows some American traditions for the Fourth of July through eye-catching illustrations. Manageable text makes...
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Nathan Adams is just an average kid until the mysterious Whisper gives him a device that allows him to see what others cannot, Yo-kai of all shapes and forms! Now, armed with the Yo-kai Watch, Nathan, Whisper and their new invisible friends embark on an all-new supernatural adventure! Yo-kai, inspired by the yokai of Japanese folklore, are not ghosts or monsters or creatures. They can't be seen by the human eye, but they're everywhere, and whether...
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Saint Patrick's Day celebrates the Feast Day of Saint Patrick who is the patron saint of Ireland. It also celebrates Irish culture. Readers will learn that people celebrate with big parades and festivals with Irish traditional music and green clothing. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Junior is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO. Translated by native Spanish speakers--and immersion school educators....
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Each year, the first Monday in September marks the celebration of Labor Day. This special holiday has been around since the 19th century, when the labor movement pushed for better workers' rights. Labor Day is also a way to honor and thank all the hard work that the American people put into their jobs every day. This book explores the history of the holiday and the different ways families celebrate Labor Day. Accessible text and closely correlating...
17) Day of the Dead
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"The Day of the Dead is a celebration honoring those who have left this world. Readers of this volume will understand the meaning behind the holiday as well as the costumes, decorations, food, and other customs associated with it. A recipe for champurrado (Mexican drinking chocolate) and instructions to create a skeleton craft are also provided"--Provided by publisher.
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Explores Mexico's traditional holiday honoring departed ancestors, friends, and family. Each aspect of the multiday festival is discussed, from the journey to the cemeteries to spruce up neglected gravesites to the lively marketplace selling breads and candies in the shapes of skulls and skeletons and finally, the peaceful vigil as friends and families crowd the cemeteries to await the arrival of their loved ones through the long night.
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This traditional Hispanic folktale with original illustrations, told in bold English and Spanish, captures a child's interest while engaging them with a story that fosters reading and cultural literacy. Features: With English and Spanish translations, this storybook is a great resource for strengthening reading skills and foreign language comprehension. Family storytime: Reading together is a great way to bond with your child while also fostering...
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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. Colorful images...