Molly Aloian
Author
Publisher
Crabtree Publishing
Pub. Date
2023
Language
Español
Description
India's culture is a blending of religion and ancient traditions passed down by the native peoples, as well as the culture of India's former ruler, Britain. This interesting book describes how Indian traditions, beliefs, and rituals mixed with British influence have resulted in many of the lively and colorful festivals celebrated today. Young readers will also learn how the Indian people celebrate family occasions. Teacher's guide available.
Author
Publisher
Crabtree Publishing
Pub. Date
2023
Language
Español
Description
South Africa is known as the "Rainbow Nation" because the people who live there have come from many different backgrounds. This fascinating book describes the holidays and family celebrations inspired by the many cultures of South Africa's people. Teacher's guide available.
Author
Publisher
Crabtree Publishing
Pub. Date
2023
Language
Español
Description
Many holidays and festivals celebrated in the United States honor religious events and important dates or people in the country's history. This interesting book shows how Americans celebrate holidays and family occasions, as well as the traditions of the cultures from which their families first came. Teacher's guide available.
Author
Series
Publisher
Crabtree Publishing
Pub. Date
2023
Language
Español
Description
Hang the stockings and sings some carols - it's Christmas time! Come inside and learn all about this popular seasonal celebration, from its ancient Christian roots to the holiday extravaganza it has become today. Young readers will learn all about Christmas, including its beliefs and customs.
Author
Publisher
Crabtree Publishing
Pub. Date
2023
Language
Español
Description
The Russian calendar is filled with holidays most of which are based on religious holy days. This colorful book describes the traditions, beliefs, and rituals of the Russian people celebrated in the many different festivals of today. Young readers will also learn how Russians celebrate family occasions. Teacher's guide available.
Author
Series
Publisher
Crabtree Publishing
Pub. Date
2023
Language
Español
Description
There's more to this spooky festivity than carving pumpkins and trick-or-treating. Halloween explores the history behind this yearly custom, including its roots in ancient Celtic tradition, as well as the costumed and candied evening it is today.
Author
Series
Publisher
Crabtree Publishing
Pub. Date
2023
Language
Español
Description
On September 17, 1787, a handful of Americans signed a historic document that helped organize a structured government for the United States and recognized the rights of its citizens. This national holiday celebrates the most important document in the history of the United States - its Constitution. This exciting book will educate children on a crucial turning point in American history.
Author
Series
Publisher
Crabtree Pub. Co
Pub. Date
2013.
Language
English
Description
This fascinating book describes the geological makeup and history of the Sahara Desert in North Africa. The biggest hot desert on Earth, it covers parts of twelve countries - more area than the entire United States! The Sahara has oases scattered widely and sand dunes that can reach as high as 600 feet (182m). Readers will learn about the people, plants, and animals such as camels, goats, and fennec foxes that inhabit this desert habitat. Special...
Author
Series
Publisher
Crabtree Pub. Co
Pub. Date
[2013]
Language
English
Description
This exciting book describes the geological makeup and history of the Mojave Desert in the United States. Located in the states of California, Nevada, Utah, and Arizona, there are several national parks in the desert including Death Valley - the hottest place in North America. Readers will learn about the people, plants, and animals such as cougars, scorpions, and rattlesnakes that inhabit this desert habitat. The Mojave Desert is also a windy place...
10) The Andes
Author
Series
Publisher
Crabtree Pub. Co
Pub. Date
[2012]
Language
English
Description
Explore the geography, weather, plants, plants and animals, and environment of the the Andes Mountains.
12) The Appalachians
Author
Series
Publisher
Crabtree Pub. Co
Pub. Date
[2012]
Language
English
Description
The Great Appalachian Valley, a major landform of the Appalachian mountains, played an important role in the early history of the United States. Routes through the valley, first made by Native Americans, made the mountains passable, later allowing European immigrants to expand colonization of the region. This fascinating book describes the geological makeup and history of the mountain ranges that form the Appalachians, and the people in the United...
13) The Gobi Desert
Author
Series
Publisher
Crabtree Publishing Company
Pub. Date
[2013]
Language
English
Description
The great Gobi desert -- Dry times -- Living in the Gobi -- Travel and commerce -- The Gobi at risk? -- Comparing the world's deserts -- Timeline.
Author
Series
Publisher
Crabtree Pub
Pub. Date
[2013]
Language
English
Description
Summer is the warmest season with the most hours of daylight. Readers will learn these and other "sun"sational facts about summer! Detailed, full-color photographs and engaging text-dependent questions will captivate the interest of young readers.
15) What are seeds?
Author
Series
Publisher
Crabtree Pub. Co
Pub. Date
[2012]
Language
English
Description
"Accessible text and vivid photographs introduce readers to seeds describing how they spread and their different uses."--Amazon.com.
17) What is hearing?
Author
Series
Publisher
Crabtree Publishing Company
Pub. Date
[2013]
Language
English
Description
From a quiet whisper to a blaring siren, our ears keep us tuned in to the sounds around us. This engaging new title explains how our sense of hearing works, how it helps us learn about our surroundings, and how we can protect this important sense.
18) What is touch?
Author
Series
Publisher
Crabtree Publishing Company
Pub. Date
[2013]
Language
English
Description
"Discusses touch, the three layers of human skin, what skin sensors are, and how blind people use touch to read." --
20) What is smell?
Author
Series
Publisher
Crabtree Publishing Company
Pub. Date
[2013]
Language
English
Description
From the sweet smell of cookies baking to the stinky smell of a skunk's spray, our sense of smell helps us learn about the world around us. This inviting title explains how the nose senses odors, how our sense of smell is related to our sense of taste, and how some animals use their sense of smell.