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Author
Publisher
Enslow Publishing
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Hispanic people have contributed much to the United States throughout history and today. Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs from September 15 to October 15 celebrates Hispanic culture and contributions. This book introduces readers to famous Hispanic figures past and present who have made a difference. Photographs of Hispanic parades and famous people will connect readers to the text. Readers will discover a deeper appreciation for Hispanic culture...
4) Carnival
Author
Publisher
Enslow Publishing
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"The bright colors and lively festivities of Carnival are yearly traditions in Latin America. In this book, readers will learn about the history and meaning behind Carnival, as well as the ways in which it is celebrated on the mainland of South and Central America and in the Caribbean islands. Huge parades, costumes with feathers and gems, and native music make Carnival a very special time in Latin America. Learning about how Carnival is celebrated...
Author
Publisher
Enslow Publishing
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Thinking of loved ones who have died is often depressing. But in Latin America and Hispanic communities, people celebrate the lives of their loved ones who have passed. Day of the Dead is a time of great celebration and joy. People make altars called ofrendas with pictures, gifts, treats, and flowers to remember their loved ones and help them on their journey. Families gather for picnics in cemeteries and eat special treats. Parades featuring skeleton...
8) Christmas
Author
Publisher
Enslow Publishing
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Christmas is celebrated all around the world. But celebrations in Latin America and in Hispanic communities have their own special traditions. Families walk door to door for Las Posadas. Kids put out treats for the Three Wise Men and their camels, and they receive gifts the next morning. It is a time for joy and giving. Colorful photographs allow readers to be transported to Christmas scenes in Latin America, and accessible text allows them to explore...
10) Earth day
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
[2013]
Language
English
Description
"Full-color photographs and simple text provide a brief introduction to Earth Day"--Provided by publisher.
11) Groundhog day
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
"Full-color photographs and simple text provide a brief introduction to Groundhog Day"--
Author
Series
Publisher
Red Chair Press
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Appears on list
Description
"History recognizes the leadership and voice Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. brought to the civil rights movement in 1960s America. A 30-foot tall statue of Dr. King gazes into the future full of hope for all humanity. His words of peace are carved in the walls of the monument as a reminder to all Americans of the power of peaceful protest. Learn all about the first national memorial to an African American."--
Author
Series
Publisher
Enslow Publishers
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
Readers are sure to have a frighteningly fun time making Halloween crafts when they follow this spooky guide to origami. Witches, ghosts, and black cats are just some of the fun paper folding projects to be found. Readers can even make their own chilling monster claws! The step-by-step instructions are supplemented by helpful visual examples, and important tips and materials lists help readers prepare for their projects. Fun facts about Halloween...
Author
Series
Publisher
Red Chair Press
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
"This magnificent arch rises on the banks of the Mississippi River in St. Louis, Missouri. The nation's tallest monument is the centerpiece of the Jefferson National Expansion Memorial, honoring Thomas Jefferson's vision of westward expansion. Mired in controversy in the beginning, this amazing structure is now a national treasure and symbol of the nation's reach from the Atlantic to the Pacific."--
Author
Series
Publisher
Enslow Publishers
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
Cards and gifts made with love are popular parts of Valentine's Day, and readers have fun making these tokens of their affection with the help of this guide to Valentine's Day origami. By following simple steps and looking at visual examples, readers are able to make hearts, roses, and cards by folding paper into beautiful shapes. Each project features a helpful materials list and fun facts about the symbols and objects being made and why they're...
16) Memorial Day
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
[2013]
Language
English
Description
"Full-color photographs and simple text provide a brief introduction to Memorial Day"--
Author
Series
Publisher
Enslow Publishers
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
Independence Day is a day filled with fireworks, hot dogs, and symbols of America like the bald eagle. These are just some of the fun origami projects readers can make as they follow along with this encouraging and exciting guide to Fourth of July crafts. As readers follow each step, visual examples help them see what each stage of the process should look like. Additional help is provided in an opening section of basic tips and lists of materials...
Author
Series
Publisher
Enslow Publishers
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
Christmas and Hanukkah light up the winter with festive celebrations, and readers learn how to add to the fun with their own origami crafts. This multicultural guide to popular holidays introduces readers to a variety of paper folding projects, including Christmas cards, Santa Claus, a menorah, and a dreidel. Clear, step-by-step instructions with visual examples help readers master each project, and helpful tips and materials lists ensure they're...
Author
Series
Publisher
Enslow Publishers
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Appears on list
Description
Turkeys, pumpkins, and apples are common sights on many Thanksgiving dinner tables, and they're also fun things to make with paper! In this guide to Thanksgiving origami, readers are presented with cool crafts to make by folding paper-from a Pilgrim to an ear of Thanksgiving corn. Clear steps, visual examples, materials lists, and useful tips help readers master each project. Along the way, historical information and other fun facts give readers more...
Author
Series
Publisher
Red Chair Press
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
"More than just a random display of U.S. Presidents, this imposing monument honors leaders who led America's founding, expansion, preservation, and unification. Discover the unusual story of how these faces of history ended up on a mountainside in South Dakota's Black Hills."--
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