Celebrating Memorial Day

Celebrating Holidays
  • Interest Level: Kindergarten - Grade 3
  • Reading Level: Grade 2

Memorial Day is a time to remember those who have been killed fighting in American wars. Respectful illustrations and informative text teach readers about the history and pastimes associated with Memorial Day, as well as what they can do to commemorate the day. Additional features to aid comprehension include activities and poetry, informative sidebars, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index, and an introduction to the author and illustrator.

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Interest Level Kindergarten - Grade 3
Reading Level Grade 2
Genre Nonfiction
Category Social Studies
Copyright 2022
Publisher The Child's World, Inc.
Language English
Number of Pages 32
Publication Date 2021-08-01
BISACS JNF026090, JNF026080, JNF026000
Dewey 394.262
Graphics Full-color illustrations
Dimensions 9.5 x 8
Lexile 890
Guided Reading Level O
Features Activities for further learning, Author/Illustrator biography, Educational front/back matter, Glossary of key words, Index, Informative sidebars, Phonetics, Photo captions, Reviewed, Sources for further research, Suggested websites, and Table of contents
Online Resources

  • Some Gave All
  • A Nation Divided
  • Decoration Day
  • Flowers for the Fallen
  • Celebrating Memorial Day
  • Stars and Stripes Forever
  • Poetry Corner
  • Songs of Memorial Day
  • Joining in the Spirit of Memorial Day
  • Making a Patriotic Float
  • Making Poppies to Wear
  • Glossary
  • Learn More
  • Index
Author: Trudi Strain Trueit

Trudi Strain Trueit is a former television news reporter, weather forecaster, and anchor. She has written more than forty books for children. She lives in Everett, Wahsington, with her husband, Bill.

Illustrator: Ronnie Rooney

Reviews

A noteworthy review of Celebrating Holidays from School Library Journal on November 1, 2021

This series captures the sights and sounds of holidays around the world. Young readers are introduced to new holidays and learn the histories of familiar celebrations. Each title reproduces the excitement with descriptive language and engaging illustrations. Modern-day practices are… View →

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