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.
I Read! You Read! books are designed for shared reading between a beginning reader and an adult. Christmas is a special holiday that is celebrated all over the world. Look inside to learn the customs and traditions of people in the United States of America. Create a special Christmas craft and make a tasty recipe, too! Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
I Read! You Read! books are designed for shared reading between a beginning reader and an adult. Christmas is a special holiday that is celebrated all over the world. Look inside to learn the customs and traditions of people in Italy. Create a special Christmas craft and make a tasty recipe, too! Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
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.
Come and celebrate Chinese New Year. See the food, clothes, and decorations that make this holiday so special. Making a pizza is fun! Follow each step to find out all about making a pizza. Watch as the pizza goes from ingredients to a yummy meal.
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!
There is a giant gift for Fay under the tree. What could it be? Could it be lots of clay? What about a big railway? What would be the greatest gift of all? The phoneme /ay/ is featured in this title.
There are so many reasons to celebrate in the summer! Explore a time of festive holidays, including Juneteenth, Father's Day, and the Fourth of July. What holidays do you love? Learn all about summer holidays through simple, inviting text paired with vibrant images for seasons of fun!
It's Christmas! Ms. Green, Spots, and Stripes are at home opening presents. But when Spots and Stripes both give Ms. Green the same gift, they think Christmas is ruined. Will this dog and cat duo find a way to have a very merry holiday together?
It's Halloween and Ms. Green is busy in her flower shop. She leaves Spots and Stripes home to get ready for the night ahead. They're going to a haunted house! Spots can't wait, but Stripes is scared. Will this dog and cat duo find a way to enjoy Halloween together?
It's Thanksgiving! Ms. Green and Spots and Stripes are at home cooking and baking for their holiday meal. Spots and Stripes have some very different ideas about what's on the menu. Will this dog and cat duo resolve their differences and find a way to show their gratitude together?
It's Earth Day and Ms. Green is busy in her flower shop getting plants and flowers ready for her customers. She leaves Spots and Stripes home to plan how they will participate. Will this dog and cat duo resolve their differences and find a way to work together for the good of the planet?
