Valentine's Day
Part of the Happy Holidays! (Bellwether Media) series
Valentine's Day is a day to show love! This easy-to-read title introduces this fun holiday to beginning readers through simple, predictable text and crisp photos. Special features reiterate main points such as how people celebrate, while photo glossaries define unfamiliar words. Young learners just starting to read on their own will love this engaging title all about Valentine's Day!
Christmas
Part of the Happy Holidays! (Bellwether Media) series
From giving gifts to attending church, Christmas is a favorite holiday for many. This beginning title introduces basic facts about the holiday to young students just starting to read independently. Simple, easy-to-read sentences and colorful photos combine to discuss the holiday's date, meaning, and traditions. A facts page reinforces the text, and a photo glossary aids with difficult words. Young readers can learn why this holiday is full of joy!
Earth Day
Part of the Happy Holidays! (Bellwether Media) series
On Earth Day, we care for the Earth! This title for readers who are just starting out introduces the holiday through simple, predictable text and bright photos. Young students will learn when Earth Day is, why people celebrate, and some ways people enjoy the day. A facts page reinforces the text, while a photo glossary illustrates topic-specific vocabulary. This low-level title is sure to be a hit with growing readers!
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Part of the Happy Holidays! (Bellwether Media) series
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day is an important day. This beginning title uses easy-to-read sentences and crisp photos to explain why the day is meaningful and how people observe it. Simple features reinforce the text while a photo glossary visually defines new vocabulary. Readers just starting out will find a lot to learn about with this engaging title!
Memorial Day
Part of the Happy Holidays! (Bellwether Media) series
Memorial Day is a day to honor and remember! This informative title teaches young students about the importance of this holiday, from when it happens to how people observe it. Vibrant photos support easy-to-read text, while simple features reinforce important facts, call out sight words, and define difficult words. Beginning readers are sure to remember this engaging title!
Presidents' Day
Part of the Happy Holidays! (Bellwether Media) series
From Washington to Lincoln, Presidents' Day is a day to honor leaders! Young learners can find out more about this patriotic holiday with this fact-filled title. Simple sentences combine with crisp photos to explain when the holiday happens and how people celebrate, while special features reiterate main points. A photo glossary and sight word list add support for students just starting to read independently.
Saint Patrick's Day
Part of the Happy Holidays! (Bellwether Media) series
Saint Patrick's Day is a fun holiday for Irish and non-Irish alike! In this beginning title, young readers will learn about the history and traditions of the holiday through simple, predictable sentences and colorful photos. Helpful features reinforce main ideas from the text while a photo glossary visually defines more difficult words. Readers who are just starting out will feel lucky to have this engaging title!
Independence Day
Part of the Happy Holidays! (Bellwether Media) series
Happy Fourth of July! Through easy-to-read text and vibrant photos, this fun title teaches beginning readers all about America's birthday, from when it happens to favorite traditions. Features reiterate the text while a photo glossary visually defines unfamiliar words. Young students working on reading independence can practice with this patriotic title!
Day of the Dead
Part of the Happy Holidays! (Bellwether Media) series
People dressed as skeletons parade through the streets. It is not Halloween. It is Day of the Dead! This title for beginning readers introduces the date, meaning, and traditions of this important Mexican holiday through easy-to-read text and vibrant photos. A facts page reinforces important information, and a photo glossary offers visual support for difficult words. Students just starting to read independently will love this fun introduction to this colorful holiday!
Halloween
Part of the Happy Holidays! (Bellwether Media) series
From costumes to candy, Halloween is full of fun! In this beginning title, young readers can learn about the different traditions of this holiday through simple, predictable text and colorful photos. A facts page summarizes information, and a photo glossary aids with difficult words. Students just starting to read independently will find this fun title a real treat!
Groundhog Day
Part of the Happy Holidays! (Bellwether Media) series
Will spring come early? We will find out on Groundhog Day! In this low-level introduction to the holiday, simple, predictable text and engaging photos teach about when Groundhog Day takes place, who celebrates it, and some favorite traditions of the day. Features reinforce the text, while a photo glossary helps define difficult words. This fun title is perfect for students taking their first steps into reading independently.
Cinco de Mayo
Part of the Happy Holidays! (Bellwether Media) series
From music and dancing to tasty food, Cinco de Mayo is a fun holiday to celebrate! Beginning readers can learn about the origins of the holiday and ways to celebrate with this festive title. Simple, predictable text and colorful photos combine for a supportive reading experience, while special features reinforce main ideas. Young students just starting to read independently will be ready to join the fiesta after reading this title!
Ramadan
Part of the Happy Holidays! (Bellwether Media) series
The sun has set. It is time to pray and eat. This beginning title introduces young readers to Ramadan, including when it happens and how people celebrate. Simple, predictable text and colorful photos work together to illustrate the meanings and traditions of Ramadan. A facts page reinforces the text, while a photo glossary visually defines difficult words. This introduction to the holy month of Ramadan is perfect for young students just starting to read independently!
Hanukkah
Part of the Happy Holidays! (Bellwether Media) series
We light the menorah and play dreidel. It is Hanukkah! This beginning title introduces young readers to the Jewish Festival of Light. Simple, predictable text and crisp photos tell about what the holiday honors, when it takes place, and how people celebrate today. A special feature reinforces the text, while a photo glossary aids with unfamiliar words. This supportive introduction is perfect for students who are just starting to read independently.
Easter
Part of the Happy Holidays! (Bellwether Media) series
Easter is the most important holiday for Christians! Young readers can find out why and learn about some of the holiday's traditions in this beginning title. Simple, predictable text and colorful photos teach about when Easter is celebrated and what makes the day special. A facts page summarizes information from the text, while a photo glossary visually defines key terms. Students just starting to read on their own can hop on over and learn all about Easter with this fun title!
Diwali
Part of the Happy Holidays! (Bellwether Media) series
Diwali honors good defeating evil! Students just starting to read on their own can learn all about the Hindu Festival of Lights in this beginning title, including when it happens and who celebrates it. Vibrant photos accompany easy-to-read text to highlight special traditions, while a facts page reinforces the information learned. This low-level title will shine a light on this favorite holiday!
Juneteenth
Part of the Happy Holidays! (Bellwether Media) series
From learning about history to enjoying a barbecue, there is a lot to do on Juneteenth! Young readers can learn about this important holiday, from when it started to today's traditions in this engaging title. Simple, predictable text and vibrant photos guide readers while special features offer additional support. Students who are just starting to read independently will find freedom with this title on Freedom Day!
Eid al-Fitr
Part of the Happy Holidays! (Bellwether Media) series
Eid Mubarak! This beginning title introduces the Muslim holiday of Eid al-Fitr. Through simple, predictable text and colorful photos, students can learn when and why Eid happens and find out about some of its important traditions. Simple features offer clarity and reinforce the text, while a photo glossary offers visual support. Students just starting to read independently will be ready to celebrate with this festive title!
Kwanzaa
Part of the Happy Holidays! (Bellwether Media) series
We light the kinara and prepare a feast. We are celebrating Kwanzaa! In this title, young readers will learn basic facts about this African American holiday including when it happens and the meaning behind it. Simple, predictable text and colorful photos highlight favorite traditions, while a visual feature and photo glossary reinforce the text. Students just starting to read independently will feel supported as they learn about how special this holiday is for many people!
Holi
Part of the Happy Holidays! (Bellwether Media) series
It is time to welcome spring with color and family! This title for beginning readers uses easy-to-read text and colorful photos to introduce the Hindu holiday of Holi, from when it happens to how people celebrate. Photo labels support the text while simple features reinforce the information presented. Students just starting to read on their own will love learning about this joyful holiday!
Indigenous Peoples' Day
Part of the Happy Holidays! (Bellwether Media) series
When is Indigenous Peoples' Day? How do people celebrate? This beginning title answers these questions and more in this basic introduction to the holiday. Students just starting to read independently can learn about the purpose and the traditions of the holiday through simple, predictable text and vibrant photos. A photo glossary and a facts page reiterate and clarify the text. This engaging title supports young readers as they learn about this holiday!
Veterans Day
Part of the Happy Holidays! (Bellwether Media) series
On Veterans Day, we thank those who have served our country! This low-level title explains the meaning behind this holiday, as well as some of the traditions for the day. Predictable sentences and colorful photos guide beginning readers, while simple features reinforce main ideas, and a photo glossary offers visual aids. Students just starting to read independently will find a lot of support with this engaging title!
Lunar New Year
Part of the Happy Holidays! (Bellwether Media) series
The new moon is here. It is Lunar New Year! This beginning title introduces basic facts about this popular holiday, from common foods to favorite traditions. Simple, predictable text and vibrant photos support readers, while a facts page reinforces the text and a photo glossary offers visual definitions. Students who are just starting to read on their own will love this introduction to this joyful holiday!
Thanksgiving
Part of the Happy Holidays! (Bellwether Media) series
The turkey is roasting and pumpkin pie is cooling. It is Thanksgiving! In this beginning title, clear, easy-to-read text and crisp photos give basic facts about this special November day. Young readers can learn about when it happens, common foods, and favorite traditions. A special feature reinforces the text, while a photo glossary aids with difficult words. Students hungry for reading independence will enjoy this supportive read!