American Holidays / Celebraciones en los Estados Unidos
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Martin Luther King Jr. Day / Natalicio de Martin Luther King Jr.
by Connor Dayton
Part of the American Holidays / Celebraciones en los Estados Unidos series
Martin Luther King is a truly inspirational figure who we honor each year in January for his contributions during the Civil Rights Movement. This volume offers accessible bilingual text in English and standard Latin American Spanish that explains King's life and legacy as an important leader. Photographs show moments from his life as well as of people honoring this holiday in service of their community or country.
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Veterans Day / Día de los Veteranos
by Connor Dayton
Part of the American Holidays / Celebraciones en los Estados Unidos series
Veterans Day was established to honor the veterans of World War I. Today, the holiday is used to show gratitude for all people who have served in the military. Easy-to-follow text in English and standard Latin American Spanish explains the history and ceremonies associated with the holiday. Full-color photographs show patriotic ceremonies and parades and will help emerging and bilingual readers appreciate the importance of this holiday.
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Columbus Day / Día de la Raza
by Connor Dayton
Part of the American Holidays / Celebraciones en los Estados Unidos series
Christopher Columbus landed in the West Indies on October 12, 1492. Today, October 12 honors Columbus' adventurous spirit as well as his Italian-American heritage. Easy-to-follow bilingual text in English and standard Latin American Spanish explains the holiday's history and contemporary celebrations in accessible terms. Photographs illustrate Columbus' life as well as modern celebrations of the holiday in his honor.
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Thanksgiving / Día de Acción de Gracias
by Connor Dayton
Part of the American Holidays / Celebraciones en los Estados Unidos series
Family, friends, and food make Thanksgiving many Americans' favorite holiday. This caption book uses accessible bilingual text to explain the holiday's beginnings as a Pilgrim feast as well as to present some of today's popular traditions. Colorful photographs encourage readers to learn about the meaning of Thanksgiving and to share some of their favorite parts of the holiday.
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Labor Day / Día del Trabajo
by Connor Dayton
Part of the American Holidays / Celebraciones en los Estados Unidos series
America's workers are the focus of Labor Day, as this patriotic holiday honors the struggles people faced in the pursuit of fair wages and safe working conditions. Photographs show historical context as well as contemporary celebrations of the holiday. Accessible bilingual English and Spanish text explains the history and traditions associated with this end-of-summer holiday.
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Memorial Day / Día de los Caídos
by Connor Dayton
Part of the American Holidays / Celebraciones en los Estados Unidos series
Memorial Day honors those who have died in service to their country. This volume uses easy-to-follow English and standard Latin American Spanish to explain the origins of this special day, as well as the ways in which Americans use the day to take pride in their fallen soldiers. Bright photographs show soldiers, families, and children taking part in parades and other activities that demonstrate respect and gratitude to the people of service.
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Independence Day / Día de la Independencia
by Connor Dayton
Part of the American Holidays / Celebraciones en los Estados Unidos series
Whether it's a barbecue, a giant parade, or gorgeous fireworks, this holiday always has something to offer any patriot. Readers see the various ways we celebrate this day through an accessible narrative supported by brilliant photographs.
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Presidents' Day / Día de los Presidentes
by Connor Dayton
Part of the American Holidays / Celebraciones en los Estados Unidos series
Presidents' Day was begun as a holiday to honor George Washington, the first president of United States. The holiday has since been expanded to celebrate the lives and achievements of all of America's commanders-in-chief. Accessible bilingual texts explain the holiday's origins and offer fun facts about the holiday and its honorees. Photographs illustrate both the history behind the holiday and the contemporary celebrations of it.
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