Julie Murray
2) Ramadan
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Introduces the Muslim holiday, discussing the ways in which it is celebrated.
3) Earth day
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"Readers will learn about the origin of Earth Day and the conservation movement in the United States. Key players such as Gaylord Nelson and Denis Hayes are introduced, leading up to the very first Earth Day celebration on April 22, 1970. Also discussed are the changes brought about by Earth Day."--
4) Mardi Gras
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Explains the history and customs of Mardi Gras, the significance of the holiday, the ways in which it is celebrated, and more.
5) Diwali
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Describes how the Hindu holiday of Diwali is celebrated.
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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.
8) Kwanzaa
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Introduces the origins and significance of Kwanzaa and describes how the holiday is celebrated.
9) Kwanzaa
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An introduction to the history, purpose, and observance of Kwanzaa. Kwanzaa is an important holiday that celebrates African heritage and African-American culture. Readers will learn that African Americans celebrate this holiday with gift giving, lighting Kinara candles each day, a big feast, and much more. Complete with simple text and colorful photographs.
10) Easter
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Explains the origins, meaning, symbols, and traditions associated with Easter.
11) Chinese New Year
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The Chinese New Year is an important Chinese festival that is celebrated by Chinese people worldwide. Readers will learn that people celebrate this holiday by giving gifts, praying for good fortune, decorating with red and lanterns, and enjoying time with family and friends.
12) Valentine's Day
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Introduces the holiday, discussing the ways in which it is celebrated.
13) Christmas
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Christmas is an important Christian holiday that celebrates the birth of Jesus. Readers will learn that people celebrate it by going to Mass, decorating a Christmas tree, giving gifts, and spending time with family and friends. Complete with simple text and colorful photographs. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
15) Birthday
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Explains what a birthday is and describes some of the ways birthdays are celebrated.
17) La Navidad
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Christmas is an important Christian holiday that celebrates the birth of Jesus. Readers will learn that people celebrate it by going to Mass, decorating a Christmas tree, giving gifts, and spending time with family and friends. Complete with simple text and colorful photographs. --Amazon
20) El Cinco de Mayo
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This book introduces "Cinco de Mayo," a Mexican holiday celebrating the Mexican victory against the French in the Battle of Puebla in 1862.