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Easter

Rebecca Sabelko (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781648347245

Easter is the most important holiday for Christians! Young readers can find out why and learn about some of the holiday’s traditions in this beginning title. Simple, predictable text and colorful photos teach about when Easter is celebrated and what makes the day special. A facts page summarizes information from the text, while a photo glossary visually defines key terms. Students just starting to read on their own can hop on over and learn all about Easter with this fun title!

Earth Day

Rebecca Sabelko (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781648347238

On Earth Day, we care for the Earth! This title for readers who are just starting out introduces the holiday through simple, predictable text and bright photos. Young students will learn when Earth Day is, why people celebrate, and some ways people enjoy the day. A facts page reinforces the text, while a photo glossary illustrates topic-specific vocabulary. This low-level title is sure to be a hit with growing readers!

Diwali

Rebecca Sabelko (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781648347221

Diwali honors good defeating evil! Students just starting to read on their own can learn all about the Hindu Festival of Lights in this beginning title, including when it happens and who celebrates it. Vibrant photos accompany easy-to-read text to highlight special traditions, while a facts page reinforces the information learned. This low-level title will shine a light on this favorite holiday!

Day of the Dead

Betsy Rathburn (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781648348297

People dressed as skeletons parade through the streets. It is not Halloween. It is Day of the Dead! This title for beginning readers introduces the date, meaning, and traditions of this important Mexican holiday through easy-to-read text and vibrant photos. A facts page reinforces important information, and a photo glossary offers visual support for difficult words. Students just starting to read independently will love this fun introduction to this colorful holiday!

Christmas

Rebecca Sabelko (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781648347214

From giving gifts to attending church, Christmas is a favorite holiday for many. This beginning title introduces basic facts about the holiday to young students just starting to read independently. Simple, easy-to-read sentences and colorful photos combine to discuss the holiday’s date, meaning, and traditions. A facts page reinforces the text, and a photo glossary aids with difficult words. Young readers can learn why this holiday is full of joy!

Fall Holidays

Finley Fraser (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9781642809510

There are so many reasons to celebrate in the fall! What holidays do you love? Learn about all the holidays that make fall fun.

Party Time

Suzanne I. Barchers (author)

Publisher: Teacher Created Materials ISBN: 9781433393334

There are all sorts of things to do before a birthday party! Make math practical and fun for young readers as they read the story of children planning a birthday. The children will have to consider the number of guests and count things to buy, like invitations, food, and confetti. Young readers will practice their counting skills with the help of engaging images, clear tally marks, and mathematical charts. This fun and practical book will keep children engaged as they learn early STEM themes and help them feel confident and ready to have more fun with math!

Celebrate 100 Days

Suzanne I. Barchers (author)

Publisher: Teacher Created Materials ISBN: 9781433393327

The students in this book are counting up to the 100th day of school! Readers are encouraged to practice counting to 100 through early STEM themes and basic numbers and operations, including counting in sets of five. The lively photos and engaging practice problems will leave readers feeling confident and ready to learn more!

Knock Knock, Jingle Jingle!

Brenda Ponnay (author)

Publisher: Xist Publishing ISBN: 9781532429804

Merry Joke Time! It's time to celebrate the holiday season with the silliest Santa, snowman, and other jolly jokes. Knock Knock, Jingle Jingle! is filled with funny jokes for kids celebrating Christmas with lots of winter time fun. Each page features one illustrated joke. Here's a silly sample: What did one snowman say to the other snowman? Do you smell carrots?

Winter Holidays

Julie Murray (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781098207519

This title looks at some of the fun and important holidays that people of different cultures might celebrate in wintertime. The book is complete with big, bright photographs, a More Winter Holidays section, and a picture glossary. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Junior is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.

El dulce tesoro

Kirsten McDonald (author) Fátima Anaya (illustrator)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781098231521

Carlos and Carmen want to make this year’s Father’s Day really special for Papá. At first they don’t know what to do, but working together, they come up with the perfect idea–a treasure hunt. Luckily for Papá, the twins are with him every step of the way making sure that he solves the clues, follows the map, and finds the sweet treasure.

Celebrating Juneteenth

Jody Jensen Shaffer (author) Kathleen Petelinsek (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503854697

Juneteenth, also called Freedom Day and Emancipation Day, commemorates the ending of slavery in the United States. Readers will discover the history behind the day and find out ways to celebrate on their own. Additional features to aid comprehension include activities and poetry, informative sidebars, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index, and an introduction to the author and illustrator.

Halloween and Day of the Dead Traditions Around the World

Joan Axelrod-Contrada (author) Elisa Chavarri (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503851061

Explores Halloween and Day of the Dead traditions from around the world, including All Saint's and All Soul's Days, the Day of the Dead, and other celebrations for the dead. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, informative captions, detailed maps, sources for further research, an index, and introductions to the author and illustrator.

New Year Traditions Around the World

Ann Malaspina (author) Elisa Chavarri (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503851085

Explores global traditions surrounding the arrival of a new year, including food, parties, finding good luck, and making resolutions. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, informative captions, detailed maps, sources for further research, an index, and introductions to the author and illustrator.

Tooth Traditions Around the World

Ann Malaspina (author) Elisa Chavarri (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503851092

Explores global traditions surrounding the loss of first teeth, including the tooth fairy, the tooth mouse, and beliefs to make teeth strong. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, informative captions, detailed maps, sources for further research, an index, and introductions to the author and illustrator.

National Day Traditions Around the World

Susan Kesselring (author) Elisa Chavarri (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503851078

Explores national day (patriotism day) traditions from around the world, including independence days and patriotic holidays. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, informative captions, detailed maps, sources for further research, an index, and introductions to the author and illustrator.

Celebrating Dia de los Muertos

Ann Heinrichs (author) Mernie Gallagher-Cole (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503854635

Dia de los Muertos, or 'Day of the Dead', may seem like a bleak name for a holiday. But this exciting occasion is actually a special time to remember loved ones and to celebrate life. Young readers discover how food, fun, and memories contribute to a festival that is more about rejoicing than mourning. Additional features to aid comprehension include activities and poetry, informative sidebars, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index, and an introduction to the author and illustrator.

Celebrating Chinese New Year

Ann Heinrichs (author) Benrei Huang (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503854604

The Chinese New Year is a time to celebrate renewal and fresh beginnings. In America, this holiday has become an important and exciting cultural tradition. Lively illustrations and informative text teach readers about the history and pastimes associated with the Chinese New Year, as well as what they can do to commemorate the day. Additional features to aid comprehension include activities and poetry, informative sidebars, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index, and an introduction to the author and illustrator.

Celebrating Memorial Day

Trudi Strain Trueit (author) Ronnie Rooney (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503854727

Memorial Day is a time to remember those who have been killed fighting in American wars. Respectful illustrations and informative text teach readers about the history and pastimes associated with Memorial Day, as well as what they can do to commemorate the day. Additional features to aid comprehension include activities and poetry, informative sidebars, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index, and an introduction to the author and illustrator.

Celebrating Christmas

Trudi Strain Trueit (author) Jan Bryan-Hunt (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503854611

Unwrap a candy cane, listen to some jingling bells, and catch a bit of Christmas cheer! 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. Additional features to aid comprehension include activities and poetry, informative sidebars, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index, and an introduction to the author and illustrator.

Celebrating Easter

Trudi Strain Trueit (author) Benrei Huang (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503854642

Learn about Easter eggs and try out a delicious recipe for an edible bird's nest. Kids discover the meaning of and pastimes associated with Easter. This title teaches children about traditions passed down through the ages and explores how Easter is celebrated today. Additional features to aid comprehension include activities and poetry, informative sidebars, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index, and an introduction to the author and illustrator.

Celebrating Halloween

Ann Heinrichs (author) Teri Weidner (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503854666

Legends of ghosts, goblins, and ghouls fill the air, and excited trick-or-treaters scurry from house to house hoping to fill their bags with sweet goodies. Halloween is among America's most treasured childhood holidays. This book traces the origins of Halloween and explains the old and new traditions associated with October 31. Additional features to aid comprehension include activities and poetry, informative sidebars, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index, and an introduction to the author and illustrator.

Celebrating Hanukkah

Trudi Strain Trueit (author) Rebecca Thornburgh (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503854673

Learn about the menorah and try out a delicious recipe for latkes. Kids discover the meaning of and pastimes associated with Hanukkah. This title teaches children about traditions passed down through the ages and explores how Hanukkah is celebrated in America today. Additional features to aid comprehension include activities and poetry, informative sidebars, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index, and an introduction to the author and illustrator.

Celebrating Mardi Gras

Ann Heinrichs (author) Jan Bryan-Hunt (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503854703

Let the good times roll! Colorful floats, shiny beads, and delicious king cakes herald the arrival of Mardi Gras. Kids discover the origins of Mardi Gras and learn about the food and activities associated with this famous festival. Young readers learn creative ways that they can partake in the merrymaking for which Mardi Gras is famous. Additional features to aid comprehension include activities and poetry, informative sidebars, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index, and an introduction to the author and illustrator.

Celebrating Saint Patrick's Day

Ann Heinrichs (author) Joel Snyder (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503854758

Dress in some green, savor a slice of soda bread, and catch a little luck of the Irish! Kids will discover the history behind Saint Patrick's Day, and find out ways to celebrate on their own. Young readers learn about the festivities and traditions associated with this celebration of Irish culture. Additional features to aid comprehension include activities and poetry, informative sidebars, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index, and an introduction to the author and illustrator.