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Author
Series
Publisher
Child's World
Pub. Date
1999.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
570L
Language
English
Description
Describes the origin and significance of using evergreen trees at Christmastime, how they are grown, cut, and shipped, how to choose a good tree, and how to care for it.
Author
Series
Publisher
Child's World
Pub. Date
1999.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
560L
Language
English
Description
Introduces the holiday of Easter and some of the ways in which it is celebrated, explaining the origin and meaning of such symbols as Easter eggs and the Easter bunny.
Author
Series
Publisher
Child's World
Pub. Date
1999.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
550L
Language
English
Description
Describes the origin of Halloween and the meaning behind jack-o-lanterns and other customs connected to this holiday, as well as discussing the cultivation and uses of pumpkins.
Author
Series
Publisher
Child's World
Pub. Date
[2000]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
610L
Language
English
Description
Briefly explains the significance of the Fourth of July holiday, describes the origin and meaning of its celebration with fireworks, and discusses the making and safety aspects of fireworks.
Author
Series
Publisher
Child's World
Pub. Date
[2000]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
590L
Language
English
Description
Describes the tiny green plants known as shamrocks, the customs and origins of St. Patrick's Day, and how the shamrock became the national symbol of Ireland.
Author
Series
Publisher
Child's World
Pub. Date
[2000]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
560L
Language
English
Description
Introduces the holiday of Thanksgiving and some of the ways in which it is celebrated, explaining the origin and meaning behind such symbols as the turkey.