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Learn all about the origins of Hanukkah. What is Hanukkah? What is the history of Hanukkah? What are the major symbols of Hanukkah? What is a menorah? What foods are eaten during Hanukkah? When does Hanukkah occur each year? The answers to all of these questions are covered in a fun, kid-friendly style with detailed graphics, diagrams and exciting video, as well as on-screen, multiple-choice reviews at the end of each segment that reinforce important...
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Learn all about the origins of Halloween and how, as young people, it is a time to celebrate with decorations, costumes and candy! What is the history of Halloween? What is the history of Halloween in the United States? What are the traditions of Halloween? How is the holiday celebrated around the world? How can kids stay safe at Halloween? The answers to all of these questions are covered in a fun, kid-friendly style with detailed graphics, diagrams...
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Learn all about the origins of Thanksgiving and how, as young people, it is a time to celebrate with family and food and to reflect on all of what we have for which to be thankful. What were the Mayflower and the Plymouth settlement? How did the first Thanksgiving come to be? How did Thanksgiving become a national holiday? What are some common Thanksgiving traditions? The answers to all of these questions are covered in a fun, kid-friendly style with...
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Learn all about the origins of Christmas. What is the winter solstice? What is the history of the Christmas holiday? What is the history of popular Christmas customs and traditions? The answers to all of these questions are covered in a fun, kid-friendly style with detailed graphics, diagrams and exciting video, as well as on-screen, multiple-choice reviews at the end of each segment that reinforce important concepts. Christmas jokes and humorous...
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Learn all about the origins of New Year's. What is the history of the calendar? How is New Year's celebrated around the world? What are some U.S.? New Year's traditions and customs? The answers to all of these questions are covered in a fun, kid-friendly style with detailed graphics, diagrams and exciting video, as well as on-screen, multiple-choice reviews at the end of each segment that reinforce important concepts. An instant classic and a fun...
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Symbols of the African-American holiday of Kwanzaa-including harvest fruits and vegetables, the Kwanzaa cup and candles, and the mkeka mat-are the basis of many of the twenty projects in this unique book. Guided by colorful illustrations and using materials that are readily available, even young children will be able to make these easy crafts for a Kwanzaa celebration that is truly special.
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Chinese New Year, also called the Spring Festival or Lunar New Year, is one of the most celebrated holidays around the world. This engaging book for kids explains the history, folklore, traditions, and customs of Chinese New Year and includes interactive activities that encourage kids to celebrate at home or in their communities.
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"Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is a holiday that celebrates loved ones who have passed on. This engaging book for kids explains the history, traditions, and customs of Día de los Muertos and includes interactive activities that encourage kids to celebrate at home or in their communities. A variety of activities: from baking pan de muerto (or "bread of the dead") to creating paper marigold flowers, kids can explore hands-on ways to get...
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"Every year on February 14, or Valentine's Day, people around the world celebrate love. This engaging book for kids explains the history, traditions, and customs of Valentine's Day, and includes interactive activities that encourage children to celebrate at home or in their communities."-- Amazon.com.
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Kids will love getting ready to celebrate Independence Day by making a variety of red, white, and blue crafts! Perfect to celebrate the 4th of July, each craft includes step-by-step instructions, a list of needed materials, and a photograph of each finished craft. Make "crafting time" a "teaching time" by explaining that on July 4, 1776, the thirteen colonies claimed their independence from England, which later led to the formation of The United States...
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Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with this fun introduction for kids ages 6 to 9
St. Patrick's Day is about more than just shamrocks and leprechauns! This engaging nonfiction book for kids explains the history, traditions, and customs of St. Patrick's Day-and includes interactive activities that encourage kids to celebrate at home or in their communities.
This standout among Saint Patrick's Day books for kids includes:
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Celebrate Diwali with this fun introduction for kids ages 6 to 9
Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights, is a five-day celebration of good over evil. It's one of the most popular holidays in India and is celebrated by many different people all over the world. This engaging non-fiction book for kids explains the history, folklore, traditions, and customs of Diwali, and includes interactive activities that encourage kids to celebrate at home...
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Celebrate Groundhog Day with this fun introduction for kids ages 6 to 9
Every year on February 2nd, people celebrate Groundhog Day. Tradition says that Punxsutawney Phil, the world's most famous groundhog, can predict when spring will arrive based on whether he sees his shadow when he comes out of his underground burrow. This top choice in Groundhog Day books for kids explains the holiday's history, traditions, and science-and includes interactive...
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Kids will love surprising dad on Father's Day by making him a special gift! "Father's Day Crafts & Gifts" includes 12 easy-to-make, gifts and crafts that require no patterns! Just follow the step-by-step directions, and included photograph of each craft, to make the perfect masterpiece for dad. Creative, personalized gift ideas include "Coupon Tool Box," "Hardware Picture Frame", "My Dad Rocks!" as well as creative cards for the World's Best Dad!...
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Christmas is right around the corner! Get into the holiday spirit with this fun Christmas book for kids 6 to 9
Christmas is an enchanting time of year for many people around the world. Sparkling lights decorate homes, wrapped gifts are placed under Christmas trees, and carols fill the air. This engaging non-fiction book explains the history and customs of the Christmas holiday and includes entertaining activities that encourage kids to get festive.
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