On Veterans Day, Americans honor all who have served in the US armed forces. The holiday began in commemoration of the one-year anniversary of the end of World War I and continues to be celebrated every year on November 11. Readers will learn the ways this holiday is celebrated across the country, and can reinforce their understanding by following a recipe for the all-American Apple Brown Betty and instructions to make a thank-you card they can give...

Discusses the history of the Jewish festival of lights, including how it's celebrated, along with a holiday craft and recipe.

"Every December millions of people all over the world wait for the twenty-fifth day of the month. They are looking forward to Christmas, one of the most celebrated holidays of the year. This heavily illustrated volume explores the holiday's rich history, as well as various ways it is celebrated around the world. Readers will have a chance to prepare a gingerbread recipe and create a reindeer ornament craft"--Provided by the publisher.

"Ten fun, creative projects provide students with a hands-on way to learn about animals. Accompanied by colorful images and patterns that are easy to reproduce using a copier or printer, accessible step-by-step directions instruct students how to make such unique crafts as a flying bird ornament, a giraffe statue out of aluminum foil, and a butterfly hand fan using inexpensive materials found at home or in the classroom. A Learn More section with...

"Describes the way the history of Valentine's Day and the way it is celebrated across the world"--

Students will explore the planets, stars, moon, and other celestial bodies as they create ten astronomy-related projects, including a mobile depicting the lunar phases, a watercolor painting of the Great Bear constellation, and a North Star finder. Simple step-by-step directions accompanied by images let students learn about the science of space as they build the essential skills of investigation, planning, and making projects. The book also provides...

Cinco de Mayo is a Mexican holiday that celebrates the countrys defeat of invading French forces during the Battle of Puebla. Readers of this volume will learn the history behind the holiday as well as the music, dances, and food associated with it.