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Books in Rookie Read-About Holidays series

  • Columbus Day

    Christina Mia Gardeski

    Paperback (Children's Press, Aug. 1, 2000)
    An introduction to the history of Columbus Day for the youngest readers.This fact-filled Rookie Read-About Holiday book introduces the youngest readers (Ages 3-6) to Columbus Day. Colorful photos and very simple nonfiction text encourage children to read on their own as they take an in-depth look at the explorations of Columbus, and how the holiday named for him is celebrated.
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  • Ramadan

    David F. Marx

    Paperback (Children's Press, March 16, 2002)
    An introduction to the traditions, festivities, and history of Ramadan for the youngest readers.This fact-filled Rookie Read-About Holiday book introduces the youngest readers (Ages 3-6) to Ramadan. Colorful photos and very simple nonfiction text encourage children to read on their own as they take an in-depth look at the traditions and festivities of this Muslim holiday.
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  • Groundhog Day

    Lisa M. Herrington

    Paperback (Children's Press, Sept. 1, 2013)
    An introduction to Groundhog day for the youngest readers.This fact-filled Rookie Read-About Holiday book introduces the youngest readers (Ages 3-6) to the festivities and history of Groundhog Day. Colorful photos and very simple nonfiction text encourage children to read on their own as they take an in-depth look at this uniquely American holiday.
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  • Presidents' Day

    David F. Marx

    Paperback (Children's Press, March 15, 2002)
    An introduction to Presidents' Day for the youngest readers.This fact-filled Rookie Read-About Holiday book introduces the youngest readers (Ages 3-6) to Presidents' Day. Colorful photos and very simple nonfiction text encourage children to read on their own as they take an in-depth look at the significant achievements of those presidents whom it honors, George Washington and Abraham Lincoln.
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  • Diwali

    Trudi Strain Trueit

    Paperback (Children's Press, Sept. 1, 2006)
    An introduction to the traditions, festivities, and history of Kwanzaa for the youngest readers.This fact-filled Rookie Read-About Holiday book introduces the youngest readers (Ages 3-6) to Diwali. Colorful photos and very simple nonfiction text encourage children to read on their own as they take an in-depth look at the reason behind Diwali, and how people of the Hindu and Sikh religions traditionally celebrate it.
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  • Labor Day

    Carmen Bredeson

    Library Binding (Childrens Pr, Sept. 1, 2001)
    Introduces the holiday, discusses its origins and the beginnings of the labor movement, and explains how it is celebrated.
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  • Kwanzaa

    Lisa M. Herrington

    Paperback (Children's Press, Sept. 1, 2013)
    An introduction to the traditions, festivities, and history of Kwanzaa for the youngest readers.This fact-filled Rookie Read-About Holiday book introduces the youngest readers (Ages 3-6) to the traditions, festivities, and history of Kwanzaa. Colorful photos and very simple nonfiction text encourage children to read on their own as they take an in-depth look at this joyous African-American holiday.
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  • Veterans Day

    Jacqueline S. Cotton

    Paperback (Children's Press, Sept. 1, 2002)
    An introduction to Veterans' Day for the youngest readers.This fact-filled Rookie Read-About Holiday book introduces the youngest readers (Ages 3-6) to Veterans' Day. Colorful photos and very simple nonfiction text encourage children to read on their own as they take an in-depth look at the history of Veterans Day and why it is observed.
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  • Election Day

    Patricia J. Murphy

    Paperback (Children's Press, Sept. 1, 2002)
    An introduction to Election Day for the youngest readers.This fact-filled Rookie Read-About Holiday book introduces the youngest readers (Ages 3-6) to Election Day. Colorful photos and very simple nonfiction text encourage children to read on their own as they take an in-depth look at the importance of voting, different methods of voting, and how voting helps us take part in our government.
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  • Groundhog Day

    Michelle Aki Becker

    Paperback (Childrens Pr, Sept. 1, 2003)
    Introduces the history of Groundhog Day and explains how it is observed today.
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  • Earth Day

    Trudi Strain Trueit

    Paperback (Children's Press, Sept. 1, 2006)
    An introduction to the traditions, festivities, and history of Diwali for the youngest readers.This fact-filled Rookie Read-About Holiday book introduces the youngest readers (Ages 3-6) to Earth Day. Colorful photos and very simple nonfiction text encourage children to read on their own as they take an in-depth look at the traditions and festivities on Earth Day.
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  • Independence Day

    Trudi Strain Trueit

    Paperback (Children's Press, Sept. 1, 2006)
    An introduction to Independence Day for the youngest readers.This fact-filled Rookie Read-About Holiday book introduces the youngest readers (Ages 3-6) to Independence Day. Colorful photos and very simple nonfiction text encourage children to read on their own as they take an in-depth look at traditions and festivities on the Fourth of July.
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