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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.1 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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"Developed by literacy experts and educators for students in PreK through grade two, this book introduces beginning readers to Day of the Dead through simple, predictable text and related photos"--Provided by publisher.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 0.9 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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In Day of the Dead, early readers will learn about this Mexican festival and the ways people celebrate it. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage emergent readers as they explore this unique celebration.
A labeled diagram helps readers understand the symbols of Day of the Dead, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about Day of the Dead online using our safe search engine that provides...
7) Mexico
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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"Engaging images accompany information about Mexico. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 8"-- Provided by publisher.
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English
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"In this book, early fluent readers will learn about the history of Day of the Dead, including when, where, and who first celebrated it, its meaning, the traditions associated with it, including setting up altars, making sugar skulls and papel picado, and visiting cemeteries and graves of loved ones, and how it is celebrated in different parts of the world today. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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The Cultural Holidays illustrated nonfiction book Cinco de Mayo teaches young readers about the background, traditions, foods, and celebrations of the Mexican holiday. Easy-to-read text combines with colorful illustrations to provide entertainment and facts for even the youngest audience. Looking Glass Library is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO Group. Grades P-4. Cultural Holidays investigates holidays all around the world! Each book...
10) Cinco de Mayo
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Viva Mexico! Pinatas, floats, and tasty food all play a role in the holiday that remembers Mexican independence. Kids learn the historical significance behind the festivities and gain an appreciation for the exciting traditions and rich cultural celebration associated with May 5. Celebrations in the United States are diverse and exciting. Through lively illustrations and reader-friendly text, this series explores some of our best-known patriotic,...
11) Cinco de Mayo
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Cinco de Mayo is an important Mexican holiday that celebrates the Mexican army defeating the French in the Battle of Puebla. Readers will learn that Mexicans celebrate the day with exciting events like parades, enjoying Mexican cuisine, and spending time with family and friends. Complete with simple text and colorful photographs. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Junior is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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"The candles are lit, the food is prepared, and the sweet smell of copal floats in the air on Día de Muertos. Built with love and dedication, the family ofrenda stands with pride. As everyone gathers to share in this ritual, each element added to the ofrenda is infused with significance-from the sugar skulls placed with care on top of the embroidered cloth to the golden petals that guide the way. Told after the style of the English nursery rhyme...
13) Day of the dead
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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"Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to Day of the Dead. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"--Provided by publisher.
15) Mexico
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English
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"Like any neighbor, Mexico and the United States are alike in many ways and different in many ways. The book compares food, money, national symbols and more. Readers will learn how children in Mexico celebrate holidays that are much like those in the U.S."-- Provided by publisher.
16) Cinco de Mayo
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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A song describes how people in Mexico and the United States celebrate Cinco de Mayo and the meaning of the Mexican holiday.
17) Cinco de Mayo
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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"Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to Cinco De Mayo. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"--