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"Malaika learns about her father, who came to Canada as a migrant farm worker when she was a just a baby and who shared her love of carnival. Malaika dreams about a man with a basket of fruit and guesses that the dream is about her father. Mummy explains that her daddy passed away long ago, and Grandma decides it's time Malaika knew more about her father's life. The family drives to a far-off farm where they receive a warm welcome and visit the orchard...
3) The Package
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In this fictional narrative, Adrian receives a package from his father and a surprise present, too! A family structure with one parent working far away is introduced. Bright illustrations and explanatory text will help readers follow along as the main character learns about Germany's rich culture. This fiction title is paired with the nonfiction title My Dad Is in the Army Overseas.
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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:
• Celebratory traditions-Kids...
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Grandma has run the town's garbage business, and her three sons drive the trucks. But what happens when her sons are all too sick to work-and it's the 4th of July, the day of the Big Parade? Leave it to Grandma to get the town clean, with the help of her young grandson, Billy, as she embarks on a hilarious romp through town-and creates nearly as much mess as she cleans up.
8) New Year
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Did you know that New Year's Day is celebrated by people all over the world? Fireworks light up the sky at midnight on January 1 every year. Learn these
and other fascinating facts in New Year.
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MLK Day is not meant to be a holiday off from school, work, or duties, it is meant to be a stirring call to action-to model our individual efforts after the holiday's namesake, Martin Luther King Junior. While focusing on the national holiday, readers will come to understand King's vision through stirring photographs and accessible text. They will be motivated to spend this holiday in the spirit intended.
10) Flag Day
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Symbols are explained, as well as the celebration of Flag Day in this fun tale. Books of the Neighborhood Readers Program build early literacy skills, introduce important content-area language, and help develop speaking and writing skills. They can be integrated into any existing language arts or core reading programs.
11) Celebrate March
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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.
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Day of the Dead, or Día de Muertos, is a holiday that's growing in popularity in the United States, but it has its roots in ancient Mexico. Readers learn fun facts about the history of this holiday and its many symbols, including marigolds, skulls, and skeletons. As they read, they are encouraged to develop a deeper appreciation for the diversity of ways we celebrate life, loved ones, and those who have left us. Informative main text is paired with...
15) Columbus Day
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Described as the "pioneer of progress and enlightenment" by President Harrison on the 400th anniversary of the discovery of the new world, Christopher Columbus was an adventurer worth celebrating. This book takes readers through the many ways that Americans and European-Americans celebrate Columbus Day each year.
18) Celebrate May
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This is your guidebook to celebrating May's well-known and wacky holidays! Featured days include Star Wars Day and National Paper Airplane Day.
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Holidays offer some of the best times of the year. From making thoughtful presents on Valentine's Day to pulling silly pranks on April Fools' Day, Max and Kate have a lot of fun on holidays! What other surprises do the holidays have in store for these best friends? This charming book introduces readers to holidays throughout the year. The simple, age-appropriate text is perfect for early readers. Adorable illustrations and goofy jokes will draw in...
20) Chinese New Year
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IL: LG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
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Did you know that Chinese New Year is also called Spring Festival? On Chinese New Year, people come together with their family and friends. Discover these and other interesting facts in Chinese New Year.
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