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Diwali is a holiday known as India's "festival of lights." It gets its name from the lamps and candles that people light. Diwali is a time to give thanks. Read about this important holiday as you learn addition and subtraction! This nonfiction math book combines math and reading skills, and uses real-life examples of problem solving to teach subject-area content. The dynamic images, detailed sidebars, practice problems, and math diagrams make learning...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.4 - AR Pts: 1
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Do you like holidays? Learn all about how and why people celebrate different holidays.
Carefully leveled text and fresh, vibrant photos engage young readers in learning about the traditions and celebrations of Chinese New Year. Age-appropriate critical thinking questions and a photo glossary help build nonfiction learning skills.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2 - AR Pts: 1
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Do you like holidays? Learn all about how and why people celebrate different holidays.
Carefully leveled text and fresh, vibrant photos engage young readers in learning about the holiday traditions and celebrations of Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr. Age-appropriate critical thinking questions and a photo glossary help build nonfiction learning skills.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.3 - AR Pts: 1
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In Ramadan, young readers will learn about this Muslim holiday and the ways people celebrate it. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage emergent readers as they explore this unique holiday.
A labeled diagram helps readers understand the symbols of Ramadan, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about Ramadan online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate...
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The first trick to baking successful St. Patrick's Day treats is to make them green. The second way to make excellent treats for this March holiday is to make enough to feed everyone at the party. Readers can find excellent St. Patrick's Day baking inspiration by paging through this book's many themed recipes. Step-by-step instructions guide both new and experienced bakers through the recipe, and a full-color photograph of each finished product shows...
7) Buddha Day
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Buddha Day honors the birthday of the Buddha. He was the founder of a religion called Buddhism. Find out more in Buddha Day, a title in the Celebrating Cultures series.
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Make Way for the Christmas Hush is a timeless book for children of all ages. This vibrant and artfully crafted storybook knits together contemporary Christmas themes with traditional old-school charm. Readers quickly discover that the Christmas Hush is more than just a "what" but is likewise a "who." While the lively story-telling and vibrant illustrations make this unique children's book great fun, the true magic is in the tender reminder about the...
9) Ramadan
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Ramadan comes every year. Let's fast, help people in need, and end the lunar month by feasting with family and friends! Holidays Around the World: Ramadan gives young readers in prekindergarten to grade 1 an introduction to what the holiday means and how people celebrate this special time of year. World holidays are an integral part of early elementary social studies curriculums. In this series, early readers will learn about foods, celebrations,...
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Hang the stockings and sings some carols - it's Christmas time! Come inside and learn all about this popular seasonal celebration, from its ancient Christian roots to the holiday extravaganza it has become today. Young readers will learn all about Christmas, including its beliefs and customs.
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Get ready to discover a plethora of green goodies in this guide to baking for St. Patrick's Day! From shamrock cookies and rainbow layer cakes to fancy cupcakes and pistachio muffins, readers are shown the steps to make their own St. Patrick's Day treats to share with family and friends. Rules for kitchen safety and tips for measuring are included before any baking begins, and ingredient and equipment lists are provided at the start of each recipe....
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.5 - AR Pts: 1
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Children around the world know that Earth Day is a holiday to show support for environmental causes, such as tree-planting initiatives or beach cleanups. But it actually started in 1970 as a way to protest the issues concerning the environment. Written in accessible language and with appropriate content, this volume introduces readers to the reasons we still celebrate Earth Day today. It encourages care for Earth and a sense of responsibility for...
14) Ramadan
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
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Did you know that Ramadan has been celebrated for about 1,400 years? The first White House Ramadan celebration was held in 1805. Learn these and other fascinating facts in Ramadan.
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Diwali is the Hindu festival of light and the start to the new year, so there's a lot to celebrate! Origami lamps and lanterns would fit right in with other decorations for Diwali, as lamps are put out to welcome the dead back to their families. Readers can find out all about other traditional Diwali celebrations through fact boxes as they learn to fold a coin purse, flowers for garlands, a vase, and more. A step-by-step guide aids readers through...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
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The Day of the Dead is a holiday with an incredible history. The celebrations that became this holiday started more than 3,000 years ago. Today, the Day of the Dead is an important celebration for people throughout Latin America, especially in Mexico. Children will love reading about the many traditions of the holiday and learning how Day of the Dead celebrations have changed over time. Vivid images on each spread encourage young readers to make connections...
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On September 17, 1787, a handful of Americans signed a historic document that helped organize a structured government for the United States and recognized the rights of its citizens. This national holiday celebrates the most important document in the history of the United States - its Constitution. This exciting book will educate children on a crucial turning point in American history.
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Many cultures celebrate a festival of lights. For example, Jewish people celebrate Hanukkah. Hindus celebrate Diwali, a time marked by bright lights and new beginnings. Readers explore the roots of this holiday in ancient India and the ways it's celebrated today. From finding facts in the main text and sidebars to making their own Diwali artwork, readers are encouraged to take a deep dive into Diwali and develop a deeper appreciation for diversity...
20) Holi
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Did you know that Holi is a festival of color? People throw colored water and powder on each other. Learn these and other fascinating facts in Holi.
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