With a little Yiddish and a lot of humor mixed in, this bubbly read-aloud picture book about holiday foods and traditions emphasizes the joy of the Jewish experience. Rhyming text takes readers through Jewish holidays, including Tu B'Shevat, Purim, and Chanukah, and their related special dishes. Colorful artwork brings the mouthwatering foods to the page and the table. But no matter how delicious the foods look, do not eat this book! Back matter includes a glossary describing each holiday, along with easy, kid-friendly recipes for the featured dishes, kitchen-tested by the author and her family.
This is your guidebook to celebrating May’s well-known and wacky holidays! Featured days include Star Wars Day and National Paper Airplane Day.
This is your guidebook to celebrating November’s well-known and wacky holidays! Featured days include Thanksgiving and Mickey Mouse Day.
This is your guidebook to celebrating December’s well-known and wacky holidays! Featured days include National Ugly Sweater Day and International Ninja Day.
This is your guidebook to celebrating October’s well-known and wacky holidays! Featured days include National Magic Day and the World Series of Major League Baseball.
This is your guidebook to celebrating August’s well-known and wacky holidays! Featured days include Spider-Man Day and National Roller Coaster Day.
This is your guidebook to celebrating September’s well-known and wacky holidays! Featured days include International Talk Like a Pirate Day and Batman Day.
This is your guidebook to celebrating June’s well-known and wacky holidays! Featured days include Superman Day and Go Skateboarding Day.
This is your guidebook to celebrating July’s well-known and wacky holidays! Featured days include Harry Potter’s Birthday and International Joke Day.
This is your guidebook to celebrating March’s well-known and wacky holidays! Featured days include International Sports Car Racing Day and National Puppy Day.
This is your guidebook to celebrating April’s well-known and wacky holidays! Featured days include National Unicorn Day and National Superhero Day.
This is your guidebook to celebrating January’s well-known and wacky holidays! Featured days include International LEGO Day and Dress Up Your Pet Day.
This is your guidebook to celebrating February’s well-known and wacky holidays! Featured days include Super Bowl Sunday and National Pokémon Day.
Do you know the story of the first Thanksgiving? The history stories you think you know may not be what they seem. In this deep-diving series, readers of How FACT Became FICTION are invited into the truth beyond the stories people tell about history. It includes investigations into what really happened and how the truth was hidden over time. Readers explore primary sources as they develop historical inquiry and media literacy skills and learn the ins and outs of separating fact from fiction.
Hang the stockings and sings some carols - it's Christmas time! Come inside and learn all about this popular seasonal celebration, from its ancient Christian roots to the holiday extravaganza it has become today. Young readers will learn all about Christmas, including its beliefs and customs.
On September 17, 1787, a handful of Americans signed a historic document that helped organize a structured government for the United States and recognized the rights of its citizens. This national holiday celebrates the most important document in the history of the United States - its Constitution. This exciting book will educate children on a crucial turning point in American history.
There's more to this spooky festivity than carving pumpkins and trick-or-treating. Halloween explores the history behind this yearly custom, including its roots in ancient Celtic tradition, as well as the costumed and candied evening it is today.
Thanksgiving explores in colorful detail this national holiday, from mashed potatoes and gravy to the religious observances. Learn the history of Thanksgiving, from its first pilgrim celebration in 1621, to its celebration in modern day.
In this book, early fluent readers will learn about the history of Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr, including when, where, and who first observed and celebrated it, its meaning, the traditions associated with it, including fasting, giving to the needy, and preparing an Eid feast, 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 learn more about the history behind this popular holiday.
In this book, early fluent readers will learn about the history of Lunar New Year, including when, where, and who first celebrated it, its meaning, the traditions associated with it, including hanging red lanterns, having reunion dinners, and honoring ancestors, and how it is celebrated in different parts of China and the world today. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the history behind this popular holiday.
In this book, early fluent readers will learn about the history of Valentine's Day, including when, where, and who first celebrated it, its meaning, the traditions associated with it, including making and sending valentines, 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 learn more about the history behind this popular holiday.
In this book, early fluent readers will learn about the history of Juneteenth, including when, where, and who first celebrated Emancipation Day, its meaning, the traditions associated with it, and how African American people around the United States celebrate independence today. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the history behind this important holiday that freed enslaved people.
In this book, early fluent readers will learn about the history of Easter, including when, where, and who first celebrated it, its meaning, the traditions associated with it, including dying Easter eggs, egg hunts, religious services, 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 learn more about the history behind this popular holiday.
In this book, early fluent readers will learn about the history of America's independence, including when, where, and who first celebrated the Fourth of July, its meaning, the traditions associated with it, and how countries around the world celebrate their own independence. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the history behind this popular holiday.
Festivals are ways for people and communities to celebrate the things that are important to them and the things they value. Explore many different festivals, including Christmas, Hannukah, Ramadan and Eid-al Fitr, Holi, New Year's Day, and more!
