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1	The Story of America's Birthday more books like this by Patricia A Pingry, Stacy Venturi-Pickett (Illustrator) add to wishlist Suitable for toddlers and ages upwards, this beautifully illustrated board book is sure to be a favourite of young children as they begin to learn about our nation's history. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.25! \| SVS
2	The Shortest Day: Celebrating the Winter Solstice more books like this by Wendy Pfeffer, Jesse Reisch (Illustrator) add to wishlist The beginning of winter is marked by the solstice, the shortest day of the year. Long ago, people grew afraid when each day had fewer hours of sunshine than the day before. Over time, they realized that one day each year the sun started moving toward them again. In lyrical prose and cozy illustrations, this book explains what the winter solstice ... see all copies from $10.96! new only from $10.96! \| first editions \| SVS
3	10 Cool Things about Being a Ring Bearer more books like this by Penelope C Paine, Itoko Maeno (Illustrator) add to wishlist It is intended for ages 4 to 8. This book is a delightful gift for the little ring bearer in your wedding. The author depicts the responsibility and the honour in being a ring bearer in a way that children and adults alike will cherish. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $4.50! \| first editions \| SVS
4	Pablo Remembers more books like this by George Ancona (Illustrator) add to wishlist On October 30, people everywhere in Mexico are busy preparing for the three-day festival of el Dia de Los Muertos, the Day of the Dead. This is a loving portrait of one Mexican family's celebration. Full-color photos. see all copies from $3.70! new only from $10.96! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
5	10 Neat Things about Being a Flower Girl more books like this by Penelope C Paine, Itoko Maeno (Illustrator) add to wishlist Intended for ages 4 to 8 years, this is a perfect gift book for your little flower girl - to be. Beautifully illustrated and thoughtfully written, this book is a must for any wedding. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $4.50! \| first editions \| SVS
6	Lion Dancer: Ernie Wan's Chinese New Year more books like this by Kate Waters add to wishlist A photo-essay that explores six-year-old Ernie Wan's participation in the celebration of the Chinese New Year. This year, Ernie will be performing in the Lion Dance--the center of his New York City community's celebration. General information on the holiday is also provided. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.00! \| first editions \| SVS
7	Celebrating Chinese New Year more books like this by Diane Hoyt-Goldsmith, Lawrence Migdale (Illustrator) add to wishlist Ten-year-old Ryan Leong and his family are busy getting ready to host a huge New Year's Day dinner for their extended family in San Francisco's Chinatown. This book offers a look into the celebration of cherished traditions. Full color. Illustrations. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| SVS
8	D Is for Dragon Dance more books like this by Ying Chang Compestine add to wishlist From firecrackers to noodles, from red envelopes to the zodiac, young readers are introduced to the exciting traditions of the Chinese New Year in this accessible and visually stunning homage to the holiday. Full color. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| SVS
9	An Amish Wedding more books like this by Richard Ammon add to wishlist Captures the tradition of an Amish wedding as a young couple, Anna and Samuel, with the help of their family and friends, prepare for the special event and the celebrations that follow. see all copies from $8.39! new only from $99.00! \| first editions
10	Veterans Day more books like this by Mir Tamim Ansary add to wishlist It is November 11 and school is closed. But do you know why? It's Veterans Day, of course? Turn the pages of this book to find out: why veterans wear flowers on Veterans Day, what happens at the eleventh hour, on the eleventh day, of the eleventh month each year, who were the Axis Powers. Each book in the Holiday Histories series describes one of ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $6.91! \| SVS
11 view cover	Birthdays Around the World more books like this by Mary D Lankford, Karen Dugan (Illustrator) add to wishlist Whether in Mexico, the Philippines, Sweden, or the United States, a birthday is a reason to celebrate. But the customs by which birthdays are celebrated are as diverse as the countries themselves. In this fifth book in the Around the World series, a diverse offering of the history of birthday celebrations, birthday superstitions, and even ideas ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $49.99! \| first editions
12 view cover	Japanese Celebrations: Cherry Blossoms, Lanterns and Stars! more books like this by Betty Reynolds add to wishlist The people of Japan love to celebrate! In fact, they love it so much they have a day of celebration, whether it's a change in season, a religious observance, or just a special moment in life, every month of the year. Brimming with ancient traditions, exotic decorations, and delicious, seasonal foods, "Japanese Celebrations" will take you on a ... see all copies from $12.08! new only from $13.32! \| SVS
13 view cover	Shamrocks, Harps, and Shillelaghs: The Story of the St. Patrick's Day Symbols more books like this by Edna Barth add to wishlist The familiar traditions associated with St. Patrick's Day, such as wearing green on March 17th, the Irish heritage of the holiday, and more, are explained in this book that includes the origins of familiar and not-so-familiar legends and symbols of the holiday. Includes original holiday activities. Full-color illustrations. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions \| SVS
14 view cover	Winter Solstice more books like this by Ellen Jackson add to wishlist Presents facts and folklore about the shortest day of the year, a day that has been filled with magic since ancient times. see all copies from $4.19! new only from $4.19! \| SVS
15 view cover	St. Patrick's Day more books like this by Gail Gibbons add to wishlist In addition to the story of Patrick's life, here is information about how St. Patrick's Day is celebrated. There are decorations from shamrocks to shillelaghs. People give cards, share meals, and wear green to honor Ireland, the Emerald Isle--and there are parades! Included are six legends about Patrick. Full color. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions \| SVS
16 view cover	Lanterns and Firecrackers: A Chinese New Year Story more books like this by Jonny Zucker, Jan Barger Cohen (Illustrator) add to wishlist A Chinese family prepares for their New Year festivities by decorating the house with flowers. Then the children set off firecrackers to scare away bad spirits and welcome the coming year. Full color. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| SVS
17 view cover	Pin the Tail on the Donkey: And Other Party Games more books like this by Joanna Cole, Alan Tiegreen (Illustrator), Stephanie Calmenson add to wishlist Instructions for 20 simple party games accompanied by watercolor illustrations. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.24! \| first editions \| SVS
18 view cover	Seven Candles for Kwanzaa more books like this by Andrea Davis Pinkney add to wishlist For more than 25 years, African-American families have celebrated Kwanzaa--a holiday, inspired by their ancestors, that celebrates the harvest season. With a rich, informative text and stunning four-color illustrations, this book will help young children to begin their own Kwanzaa celebration. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $18.99! \| first editions
19 view cover	Story of Saint Patrick's Day more books like this by Patricia A Pingry add to wishlist see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| SVS
20 view cover	Happy, Happy Chinese New Year! more books like this by Demi add to wishlist Hitz's bestselling "Happy New Year! Kung-Hsi Fa-Ts'ai!" is now available in this retitled mini edition, perfectly packaged for the gift-buying season. Full color. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| SVS
21 view cover	How to Talk to Dads more books like this by Alec Greven, Kei Acedera (Illustrator) add to wishlist Want to know how to stay on dad's good side? Nine-year-old Alec Greven has some advice for you: When you meet a new person, shake their hand and look them in the eyes. Dads get upset when you don't look people in the eye. Don't pull the 'Mom lets us' trick. Use caution when tattletaling. Usually you can weasel about 70 per cent of stuff out of Dad ... see all copies from $2.85! new only from $3.99! \| SVS
22 view cover	Awakening the Dragon: The Dragon Boat Festival more books like this by Arlene Chan, Song Nan Zhang (Illustrator) add to wishlist In ancient times, the Chinese saw the dragon as both a protector and a threat, able to bring on rain or cause draughts. To honor this powerful creature, people created long narrow boats that they raced in an annual rainmaking festival. From the wearing of fragrant pouches, to the consumption of rice dumplings, to thrilling boat races, the dragon ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $6.78! \| first editions \| SVS
23 view cover	Celebrate Cinco de Mayo: With Fiestas, Music, and Dance more books like this by Carolyn Otto, Jose M Alamillo (Consultant editor) add to wishlist "Celebrate Cinco de Mayo" continues National Geographic's spectacular Holidays Around the World series with this joyous feast of Mexican culture--an annual event in Mexico and an increasingly popular holiday in America as well. Many mistakenly assume that the fifth of May is Mexico's Independence Day. In fact, the date marks the anniversary of a ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| SVS
24 view cover	Happy New Year: Kung-Hsi Fa-Ts'ai! more books like this by Demi add to wishlist Firecrackers explode and the Dragon Dance begins during Chinese New Year. The activities and traditions that make up the Chinese New Year festivities are portrayed in beautiful, full-color detail. Each spread contains a brief explanation of the significance of each custom, telling how it fits into the month-long celebration. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $29.95!
25 view cover	Fiesta Fireworks more books like this by George Ancona add to wishlist Every town in Mexico has a patron saint who is honoured every year with a fiesta. Join Caren Reyes Urban and her family in Tultepec, as they prepare for their fiest a and then for the wonderful festival itself. ' see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.65! \| signed copies \| first editions

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