Explains the history of Veterans Day and why it is observed, and suggests ways of honoring veterans on this special day, such as flying the flag, attending parades, buying poppies, and visiting hospitals.

"In this title, emergent readers are introduced to the celebrations, traditions, and symbols behind the Kwanzaa holiday. Carefully crafted text with high-frequency words, repetitive sentence patterns, and strong visual references support emergent readers, creating a . . . first nonfiction reading experience"--Provided by publisher.

Introduces the holiday of Carnival and explains how it is celebrated all over the world.

Celebrate different holidays around the world, from Chinese New Year to Diwali, and from the Mexican Day of the Dead to American Thanksgiving.

Introduces the history of St. Patrick's Day and explains how it is observed today.

Examines the traditions and celebrations associated with the Jewish festival of lights.

Describes the traditions, ceremonies, and foods associated with the celebration of the Chinese New Year.

For each letter of the alphabet, presents and defines a word relating to Saint Patrick or to the holiday that celebrates him.

"Discusses the history of Veterans Day, including how it's celebrated across the country, along with a holiday craft and recipe." --

"Eid Mubarak! This beginning title introduces the Muslim holiday of Eid al-Fitr. Through simple, predictable text and colorful photos, students can learn when and why Eid happens and find out about some of its important traditions. Simple features offer clarity and reinforce the text, while a photo glossary offers visual support. Students just starting to read independently will be ready to celebrate with this festive title!"--