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1) Diwali
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Explores the traditions associated with the Hindu festival Diwali. Includes a glossary and color photographs.
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"Unwrap a candy cane, listen to some jingling bells, and catch a bit of Christmas cheer! Young readers will discover the history behind Christmas, find out ways to celebrate on their own and learn about the festivities and traditions associated with this winter celebration"--Adapted from publisher description.
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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 through the ages and explores how Hanukkah is celebrated in America today. 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...
6) Memorial Day
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A simple introduction to why and how we celebrate Memorial Day.
13) Independence Day
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A brief introduction to the history of Independence Day and how and why it is celebrated.
14) A flag for all
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While researching the American flag for a class project, the Corner Kids ask townspeople what the flag means to them and find that each person has a different answer.
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"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 readers discover how food, fun, and memories contribute to a festival that is more about rejoicing than mourning"--Provided by publisher.
18) Thanksgiving
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Describes the history, customs, meaning, and celebration of Thanksgiving.
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A miser learns the true meaning of Christmas when three ghostly visitors review his past and foretell his future. The story of Ebenezer Scrooge opens on a Christmas Eve as cold as Scrooge's own heart. That night, he receives three ghostly visitors: the terrifying spirits of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come. Each takes him on a heart-stopping journey, yielding glimpses of Tiny Tim and Bob Cratchit, the horrifying spectres of Want and Ignorance,...