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  • Columbus Day

    Dennis B. Fradin

    Library Binding (Enslow Pub Inc, May 1, 1990)
    Discusses how the achievements of the man credited with discovering America led to the present-day celebration of his landing in the New World
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  • Lincoln's Birthday

    Dennis B. Fradin

    Library Binding (Enslow Pub Inc, Oct. 1, 1990)
    Discusses how the achievements of our nation's sixteenth president led to the present-day celebration of his birth
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  • Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

    Dianne M MacMillan

    Library Binding (Enslow Elementary, Feb. 1, 2008)
    In MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. DAY, REVISED AND UPDATED, author Dianne M. MacMillan focuses on the life of this extraordinary leader and how he is celebrated today. The book discusses Kings childhood, his studies, and his non-violent approach to end segregation. Readers will find out how many fought to make Martin Luther King, Jr. Day a national holiday, and how students across the country prepare for this important holiday.
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  • My First Valentine's Day Book

    Editors of Kingfisher

    Board book (Kingfisher, Jan. 3, 2006)
    This fun, interactive board book, the latest offering in the best-selling First Holiday Books series, helps young children get ready for Valentine's Day. Cuddly creatures exchanging Valentine's greetings introduce toddlers to the tradition of card giving on February 14. Every spread features adorably illustrated animals and a little envelope that can be opened to reveal a cute Valentine's card inside. Lively rhyming text encourages discussion about feelings and love, making this the perfect title for parents to share with their little ones.
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  • Christmas

    Dennis B. Fradin

    Library Binding (Enslow Pub Inc, Sept. 1, 1990)
    Describes the history behind Christmas and the various ways it is celebrated
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  • Diwali--Hindu Festival of Lights

    Dianne M. MacMillan

    Library Binding (Enslow Elementary, Jan. 1, 2008)
    Discusses the history and traditions, as well as the symbols and current celebration of this Hindu holiday.
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  • Jewish Holidays in the Fall

    Dianne M. MacMillan, Ph.D. French, Michael P.

    Library Binding (Enslow Pub Inc, June 1, 1993)
    Describes the various Jewish holidays that take place in the fall, including Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, Sukkot, Simchat Torah, and Shemini Atzeret
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  • Kwanzaa

    Dorothy Rhodes Freeman, Dianne M. MacMillan

    Library Binding (Enslow Pub Inc, June 1, 1992)
    Introduces the African American holiday begun in 1966 which celebrates seven important principles.
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  • Washington's Birthday

    Dennis B. Fradin

    Library Binding (Enslow Pub Inc, June 1, 1990)
    Discusses how the achievements of our nation's first President led to the present-day celebration of his birth
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  • Chinese New Year

    Dianne M. MacMillan

    Library Binding (Enslow Pub Inc, Oct. 1, 1994)
    Discusses the origins of Chinese New Year and explains how the holiday is celebrated today
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  • Presidents Day

    Dianne M. MacMillan

    Library Binding (Enslow Pub Inc, May 1, 1997)
    Provides brief accounts of the lives of two prominent U.S. presidents and describes the holiday that was established in their honor
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  • Independence Day

    Willma Willis Gore, Ph.D. French, Michael P.

    Library Binding (Enslow Pub Inc, June 1, 1993)
    Describes the origins and past and present celebrations of Independence Day
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