Rookie read-about holidays
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1) Thanksgiving
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English
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Introduces the history, customs, meaning, and celebration of Thanksgiving.
4) Easter
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English
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A simple introduction to Easter and some of the ways it is celebrated.
6) Passover
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English
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An introduction to the traditions and foods of Passover.
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Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur
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Canada Day
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El Día de los Muertos
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10) Election day
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English
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Explains the importance of voting, different methods of voting, and how voting helps us take part in our government.
11) Memorial Day
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English
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Introduces the history of Memorial Day and explains how it is observed today.
12) Presidents' Day
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English
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Discusses the holiday known as Presidents' Day and the significant achievements of those presidents whom it honors, George Washington and Abraham Lincoln.
13) Ramadan
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English
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A simple introduction to the traditions and festivities of the Muslim holiday, Ramadan.
14) Veterans Day
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English
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Explains the history of Veterans Day and why it is observed, and suggests ways of honoring veterans on this special day, such as flying the flag, attending parades, buying poppies, and visiting hospitals.
16) April Fool's Day
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English
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Introduces the history of April Fools' Day and explains how it is observed today.
17) Arbor Day
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English
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A simple introduction to the traditions and festivities of Arbor Day.
19) Flag Day
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English
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Presents a simple introduction to the traditions and festivities on Flag Day including basic flag etiquette.
20) Groundhog Day
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English
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Introduces the history of Groundhog Day and explains how it is observed today.
21) Holi
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English
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An introduction to the traditions and festivities of the Hindu festival called Holi.
22) Purim
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English
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An introduction to the Jewish holiday of Purim, which commemorates Queen Esther of Persia and how she saved the Jews.
25) Christmas
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English
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Kids will discover the history behind Christmas, and find out ways to celebrate on their own. Young readers learn about the festivities and traditions associated with this winter celebration.
27) Halloween
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English
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"A simple introduction to Halloween using rebuses"--Provided by publisher.
28) Independence Day
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English
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Introduces the history, customs, meaning, and celebration of Independence Day, more commonly known as the Fourth of July.
29) Kwanzaa
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English
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"A simple introduction to Kwanzaa using rebuses"--Provided by publisher.
30) Valentine's Day
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English
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Introduces the youngest readers to the traditions, festivities, and history of Valentine's Day.
31) Thanksgiving
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English
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Introduces the youngest readers to the traditions, festivities, and history of Thanksgiving.
32) Hanukkah
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English
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Introduces the youngest readers to the traditions, festivities, and history of Hanukkah.
33) Kwanzaa
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English
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Introduces the youngest readers to the traditions, festivities, and history of Kwanzaa.