Catalog Search Results
42) Veterans Day
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Readers will learn about the 1918 armistice and the holiday's evolution from Armistice Day to Veterans Day to honor veterans of all wars. Associated symbols such as red poppies and the US flag are explained, as well as traditions including parades and ceremonies.
43) Veterans Day
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Veterans Day is a holiday celebrated every November 11 in the United States. It honors military veterans who served in the U.S. Armed Forces. People often participate in a moment of silence to honor veterans and their service to the country. People also decorate with American flags and watch parades honoring the Armed Forces. Learn the ways people celebrate this special day and similar holidays in countries around the world"--
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
"The shapes in these books are easy to recognize, thanks to the high contrast of the images in black, white, and red, the first three colors babies can perceive. From Day to Night presents contrasting situations seen in the light with those taking place after dark. They are intended to help little ones perceive the passing of time and attune to the liveliness of daytime and the silence and sleep of night."--Publisher's description.
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
Through lyrical, rhyming text and vibrant artwork, young readers can explore twelve cultures around the world (South Korea, Poland, India, Bolivia, Ghana, Barbados, Morocco, Liberia, Iran, Spain, Germany), learning all about their harvest festivals, days of thanks, ancient traditions and the activities associated with them. -- Provided by publisher.
"Explore harvest festivals from around the globe! Lyrical, rhyming text and lush, detailed artwork...
Author
Language
English
Description
Many American celebrate the fourth Thursday in November by watching football and eating a big meal with their family. This is the national holiday of Thanksgiving, a tradition linked to the Pilgrims and their early days in the New World. But pictures showing the Pilgrims sitting down for a feast with their Native American friends are only partly right. Stories about this day often make it sound much nicer that it was. So, what was the first Thanksgiving...
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
930L
Language
English
Description
"Every November, the United States celebrates Thanksgiving Day. But what actually happened at the first Thanksgiving? And when did it happen? Discover the facts and find out the fiction surrounding one of America's favorite holidays"--
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Thanksgiving is the original American holiday. When the Pilgrims sat down to give thanks for the hard-won bounty of their new world, they continued a Native American tradition that would become a focal point in the calendar of all generations of Americans to come. The author relates this holiday to the harvest festivals celebrated by thankful believers of many faiths all over the globe. The book's stunning pictures show the celebration in its historical...
50) Day of the Dead
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
"In this book, early fluent readers will learn about the history of Day of the Dead, including when, where, and who first celebrated it, its meaning, the traditions associated with it, including setting up altars, making sugar skulls and papel picado, and visiting cemeteries and graves of loved ones, and how it is celebrated in different parts of the world today. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they...
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Explains the origins of Día de los Muertos, or All Souls' Day, when people celebrate the memory of family members who have died, especially in Mexico, and describes the decorations, foods, and activities of the holiday.
56) It's about time!
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
It's About Time-to wake up-to learn, to play, to read-to cuddle up in the blankets and to dream. A twenty-four -- hour day is full of great things to do! Endearing illustrations depicting things kids do every day make this an easy introduction to the skill of telling time, perfect for very young readers.
Author
Language
English
Description
"Celebrate D�ia de Los Muertos with over 50 recipes inspired by the Land of the Dead in Disney's Coco! Filled with sweet treats, appetizers, main courses, and delicious drinks, this cookbook includes dozens of authentic Mexican dishes and all of the meals that the Riveras offer to their loved ones on the other side! Coco: The Official Cookbook features step-by-step instructions and full-color images so cocineros of any age or skill level can learn...
Didn't find it?
Can't find what you are looking for? Try our Materials Request Service. Submit Request