Ann Heinrichs
Author
Series
Publisher
The Child's World
Pub. Date
[2014]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Presents a short history of Saint Patrick's Day examining the story of the patron saint of Ireland, the legend of the snakes, the shamrock and other symbols and decorations, and more.
2) Thanksgiving
Author
Series
Publisher
The Child's World
Pub. Date
[2014]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Presents a short history of Thanksgiving examining ancient harvest festivals, the first Thanksgiving in the new world, becoming a national holiday in 1863, and decorations and celebrations.
5) Mother's Day
Author
Series
Publisher
The Child's World
Pub. Date
[2014]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Presents a history of Mother's Day discussing ancient mother goddesses, how it became a national holiday, how it is celebrated around the world, and mothers of famous presidents.
6) Father's Day
Author
Series
Publisher
The Child's World
Pub. Date
[2014]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Presents an introduction to Father's Day, in simple text with illustrations, explaining what it is, how it started, and how it is celebrated.
8) Halloween
Author
Series
Publisher
The Child's World
Pub. Date
[2014]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Appears on list
Description
Presents a short history of Halloween examining the ancient Celtic traditions and Roman festivals, All Hallows' Eve, Halloween customs, "The Day of the Dead," and more.
9) Adjectives
Author
Publisher
The Child's World, Inc
Pub. Date
2010
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
What is your favorite kind of book? Is it thick or thin? Long or short? If your favorite books are fun, colorful, and helpful, then this is the right book for you. You will discover the interesting and exciting world of adjectives! Learn what they are, where they go, and how to use them. Adjectives are great! The Language Rules! series introduces readers to one of the most difficult things they'll ever have to learn--the English language. Using fun...
10) Japan
Author
Publisher
Children's Press
Pub. Date
c1998
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.9 - AR Pts: 3
Language
English
Description
Describes the history, geography, plants and animlas, economy, language, people and culture of the island nation of Japan.
11) Thomas Jefferson
Author
Series
Publisher
Compass Point Books
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Discusses the personal life and political career of Thomas Jefferson, the author of the Declaration of Independence, who became the third president of the United States.