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Bake up magic this holiday! It’s never been easier—or more delicious—thanks to this new 99-page Christmas special from the publishers of Woman’s World and First for Women. Take your pick from our foolproof recipes for festive cookies, cakes, brownies, cupcakes, breads and more. Bonus: We’ve included fun gift ideas and tempting cocktails guaranteed to make the season extra merry and bright!
2) Thanksgiving
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Often called Turkey Day, Thanksgiving is a scary time to be a gobbler. The bird is often at the center of the celebration, but unfortunately in the center of the table for feasting. In this title, young readers will learn about the President's annual turkey pardon and other fun Thanksgiving facts.
3) Kwanzaa
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Black, red, and green. These are the colors of Kwanzaa, the celebration of African-American culture. Black represents African heritage. And red and green stand for the hard times of the past and hope for the future. Beginning readers will learn some Swahili as they read about the seven days of Kwanzaa.
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You could say the best is saved for last when it comes to Chinese New Year. The Lantern Festival stands as the holiday's grand finale. Dragon and lion puppets dance by day. At night, glowing lanterns float on water and across sky. This introduction to China's most famous celebration will mesmerize beginning readers.
5) Easter
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A celebration of new life. That is the point of Easter for Christians and non-Christians. So the holiday's spring backdrop of budding trees and blooming flowers could not be more fitting. This book will help beginning readers crack the meaning behind the Easter bunny, dyed eggs, and more!
6) Diwali
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For five days every fall, India shines especially bright. The occasion is Diwali, the country's Festival of Lights. Clay lamps, fireworks and sparklers, and colorful rangoli sand art all add visual brilliance. The Diwali celebration will come alive in this early elementary read.
7) Ramadan
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Lunch is the favorite time of day for many kids. So it might be hard for them to understand why Muslims would choose to skip this meal for a whole month. This look at Ramadan explains the basic Islamic beliefs behind daytime fasting.
8) Christmas
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Christmas is a holiday of symbols. Evergreen trees stand for life in the dead of winter. Nativity scenes remind Christians of Jesus's birthday. Santa Claus is the image of cheerful gift-giving. In this title, young readers will discover the meaning behind a few popular Christmastime traditions.
9) Hanukkah
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Spinning the dreidel. This is what many Jewish children most look forward to during Hanukkah. A twirl of the four-sided dice-like top can earn a candy jackpot! Young readers will learn how to play this game and how it connects to the eight-day celebration of light.
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