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1) Christmas
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"This photo-illustrated book for early readers describes the Christian holiday of Christmas and the things people do to celebrate"--
2) Halloween is
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Describes the origins and history of Halloween traditions and festivities from ancient times to the present day.
3) Halloween
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Briefly discusses the history and customs connected to the celebration of Halloween.
4) Thanksgiving
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Briefly discusses the history and customs connected to the celebration of Thanksgiving in the United States.
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It's almost Lunar New Year! Xiao Mi, Hang, Kwan, Malai and Charu all celebrate the New Year in their own special way. Experience how each one of the Chinese, Korean, Thai, Vietnamese and Indian children and their families honor Lunar New Year, from dragon dances in China to firecrackers in India!
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Who was St. Patrick? Why do we wear green on March 17th? Vetted by an expert, this new edition brings readers the most accurate and recent historical understanding of St. Patrick and the holiday celebrating him. Learn the story of Patrick's life, legends about the saint, and the history of the holiday. From shamrocks to shillelaghs, Gail Gibbons' signature combination of accessible text and clear, colorful illustrations creates a perfect introduction...
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Every year on February 2nd, people all across the United States watch groundhogs come out of their burrows- especially in the town of Punxsutawney- trying to figure out if the weather will stay cold, or begin to warm up. In Groundhog Day!, children's nonfiction master Gail Gibbons delves into the history behind this unusual holiday, and examines the ancient traditions that evolved into our modern holiday.
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