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Every 4th of July, we celebrate the United States of America, the “land of the free.” Learn the story of our country’s beginnings and how our courageous Founding...
On the last Monday of May, when spring flowers are in bloom and summer is just around the corner, we pause to remember all the people in our Armed Forces who died while protecting...
Hanukkah commemorates an important moment in the history of the Jewish people, and readers explore the history behind this holiday through accessible main text that combines facts and fun! From the meaning of the Hanukkah menorah to the writing on a dreidel, the symbols of this special celebration are explained in an age-appropriate way that encourages Jewish readers to better understand their history and encourages readers of different backgrounds
...10) Albus Dumbledore
Kwanzaa is a unique holiday. It's not only less than 60 years old, but also isn't affiliated with any faith. Kwanzaa was created in the 1960s by a Black American for Black Americans to reconnect with their heritage and culture. Based on African harvest festivals, Kwanzaa is a week-long time of celebration and contemplation. This volume introduces readers to the holiday's origins, details what a celebration is like day by day, and explains symbols
...An ALA Top Ten Best Graphic Novel for Children
The second book in this graphic nonfiction series about real FBI cases is a gripping account of an escape from Alcatraz, the infamous island prison.
CASE NO. 002: THE ROCK
June 12, 1962
SAN FRANCISCO BAY, CALIFORNIA
7:18 A.M.
A corrections officer at Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary tries to awaken inmate AZ-1441, Frank Morris. But when he shakes the unresponsive
...History is written by the colonizers, so the Native American experience of the first Thanksgiving isn't given much attention. Readers are reminded to look more critically at the stories they've been told as they explore the history of Thanksgiving through engaging main text and sidebars. As readers discover the different ways this day is celebrated—from the foods people eat to the activities they enjoy—they're presented with photographs
...Thanksgiving is known for its food, and readers discover plenty of recipes they can bring to Thanksgiving dinner in this guide to holiday baking. Cookies, brownies, and mini pumpkin pies—these are just some of the tasty treats readers learn to make with the help of clear steps that feature full-color photographs. Beginning bakers learn what they need to be safe and successful in the kitchen through text that focuses on safety, creativity,
...Decorating trees, sending letters to Santa, and writing cards for loved ones are all popular Christmas traditions. But how did they start? Readers learn the history behind some of the most beloved parts of this popular holiday in this detailed look at the way we celebrate Christmas. Historical context is presented through accessible main text and additional sidebars, and readers are also encouraged to look more closely at Christmas celebrations
...It's been another year of incredible facts, trends, current events, and more. Read about all the amazing world records you need to know from the past year in our world records annual, updated for 2023!
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