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Author
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
Easy-to-read text paired with colorful photos and informative captions introduces readers to a cultural holiday, Day of the Dead. Readers will learn about the origin of the holiday and its Aztec roots. Traditions to honor the dead, including visiting loved ones' graves and decorating altars, are described. Also discussed are symbols and foods associated with Day of the Dead, such as skulls and pan de muerto. Features include table of contents, glossary...
3) Kwanzaa
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
An introduction to the history, purpose, and observance of Kwanzaa. Kwanzaa is an important holiday that celebrates African heritage and African-American culture. Readers will learn that African Americans celebrate this holiday with gift giving, lighting Kinara candles each day, a big feast, and much more. Complete with simple text and colorful photographs.
9) Easter
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2018.
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations ; 23 x 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
Introduces the spring holiday, discussing the ways in which it is celebrated.
10) Bus drivers
Author
Language
English
Description
Profiles the career of bus driver by looking at the work bus drivers do and the educational requirements needed to become one.
12) Valentine's Day
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2018]
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations ; 23 x 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
Introduces the holiday, discussing the ways in which it is celebrated.
13) Navy Seals
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2015]
Physical Desc
24 pages : illustrations ; 24 x 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
Little readers will learn the essentials of the United States Navy SEALS (how the Navy SEALS keeps us safe, various jobs, weapons and machinery, and more) through easy-to-read, simple text. Includes full-bleed photographs, bolded glossary terms, and a More Facts section.
15) Doctors
Author
Pub. Date
[2016]
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations ; 23 x 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
Simple text explains some of the different types of doctors, and the things they do for us.--
17) Smallest animals
Author
Pub. Date
[2010]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations, color map ; 21 x 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
Discusses the smallest animals' lifestyles, habitats, and unique qualities.
18) Firefighters
Author
Pub. Date
[2016]
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations ; 23 x 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Little readers will learn all about what fire fighters do, where they work, and why they are important in our communities. Very simple text combined with correlating and colorful images will both inform and strengthen reading skills. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids is a division of ABDO.
19) Principals
Author
Language
English
Description
Teaches young readers about a school principal's responsibilities, such as setting educational goals for the school, ensuring learning standards are taught, hiring and evaluating school staff, and working with students.
20) Nests
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2020]
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations ; 23 x 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Through simple text and cool photographs, this title gives a brief introduction to what a nest is and the animals, like eagles and sea turtles, that lay their eggs in one"--Google Books.
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