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Books with author Joanna Ponto

  • Independence Day

    Joanna Ponto

    Hardcover (Enslow Publishing, Jan. 15, 2016)
    "Describes the origins of the United States of America's Independence, and how it's celebrated throughout history and across the country"--
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  • Being Honest

    Joanna Ponto

    Paperback (Enslow Pub Inc, July 15, 2015)
    "Provides character education through different scenarios that demonstrate children being honest"--
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  • Thanksgiving

    Joanna Ponto

    Library Binding (Enslow Pub Inc, Aug. 15, 2016)
    Thanksgiving is one of the most traditional holidays celebrated in America. We associate the day with turkey, football, and family. Many students might not know that even though the holiday celebrates a harvest feast that supposedly took place in the seventeenth century, Thanksgiving was not declared a federal holiday until 1941. This resource will tell young readers all they need to know about Thanksgiving, in addition to providing a recipe for cranberry sauce and instructions to make turkey-themed seating cards that are sure to be big hits at their next Thanksgiving dinner.
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  • Earth Day

    Joanna Ponto

    Paperback (Enslow Publishing, Jan. 15, 2016)
    By reading about Earth Days history and purpose as well as how it is celebrated the world over, students will learn that there is more to the holiday than just recycling and planting trees. To celebrate our planet, children can create a rock paperweight and make an Earth Day-related recipe to share with family and friends.
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  • Easter

    Joanna Ponto

    Library Binding (Enslow Pub Inc, Jan. 15, 2016)
    Through full-color photos and exciting text, young readers will discover that Easter is not just a religious holiday, but also a time to celebrate spring and rebirth. They will learn about the history of this holiday and how it is celebrated throughout diverse cultures all over the world. Students can even make baby chick crafts and an Easter-related recipe to share.
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  • Easter

    Joanna Ponto

    Paperback (Enslow Publishing, Jan. 15, 2016)
    Through full-color photos and exciting text, young readers will discover that Easter is not just a religious holiday, but also a time to celebrate spring and rebirth. They will learn about the history of this holiday and how it is celebrated throughout diverse cultures all over the world. Students can even make baby chick crafts and an Easter-related recipe to share.
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  • Columbus Day

    Joanna Ponto

    Library Binding (Enslow Pub Inc, Aug. 1, 2016)
    Columbus Day might seem like just another day off from school, but every year we remember Columbuss important contributions to our nation. Today Columbuss journey to the West Indies is celebrated in a variety of ways, including parades, reenactments, and Italian-American festivals. Readers can learn about the holidays history and significance, in addition to following a blue corn cake recipe and making a boat craft from a walnut shell and clay.
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  • Thanksgiving

    Joanna Ponto

    Paperback (Enslow Publishing, Aug. 15, 2016)
    Thanksgiving is one of the most traditional holidays celebrated in America. We associate the day with turkey, football, and family. Many students might not know that even though the holiday celebrates a harvest feast that supposedly took place in the seventeenth century, Thanksgiving was not declared a federal holiday until 1941. This resource will tell young readers all they need to know about Thanksgiving, in addition to providing a recipe for cranberry sauce and instructions to make turkey-themed seating cards that are sure to be big hits at their next Thanksgiving dinner.
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  • Being Respectful

    Joanna Ponto

    Library Binding (Enslow Publishing, )
    "Provides character education through different scenarios that demonstrate children being respectful"--
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  • Valentine's Day

    Joanna Ponto

    Paperback (Enslow Publishing, Jan. 15, 2016)
    This simple yet engaging text will show readers that Valentines Day is more than candy hearts and flowers. They will learn about the long history of the holiday, who St. Valentine actually was, and how the holiday is celebrated around the world. Also included is a Valentines Day-inspired craft and recipe.
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  • Being Honest

    Joanna Ponto

    Library Binding (Enslow Pub Inc, Aug. 1, 2015)
    "Provides character education through different scenarios that demonstrate children being honest"--
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  • Being a Good Citizen

    Joanna Ponto

    Paperback (Enslow Publishing, Aug. 1, 2015)
    "Provides character education through different scenarios that demonstrate children being good citizens."--
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