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2020
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Kar-Ben Read-Aloud eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and text highlighting to bring eBooks to life! Hannah and Abba-Hebrew for "Dad"-are spending time together in nature on Tu B'Shevat, the Jewish Arbor Day. As Abba rests under a carob tree, Hannah declares that she wants to climb a tree. The carob tree's trunk is too skinny, but can she climb a eucalyptus tree or a pine tree or an olive tree? When each poses a challenge-for being too...
2) Diwali
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[2014]
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Recounts the origins and history of Diwali, and describes how the holiday is celebrated.
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Everyone knows how much brainy Bri likes the spotlight (not). So why did she ever agree to something that forces her to learn a new language, give a speech, help organize a party, and juggle drama at school and home?! As the big event inches closer, Bri wonders if it's all worth it. . . .Told in alternating past and present chapters, Bri's heartwarming story unfolds over the eight months leading up to her bat mitzvah--as well as over the course of...
5) Hannah's way
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c2012
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In rural Minnesota in 1938, Hannah, a young orthodox Jewish girl, deals with being the new girl in class.
10) Easter bunnies
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Introduces the holiday of Easter and some of the ways in which it is celebrated, explaining the origin and meaning of such symbols as Easter eggs and the Easter bunny.
11) Ramadan
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2019.
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Ramadan comes every year. Let's fast, help people in need, and end the month by feasting with family and friends!
13) Diwali
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[2015]
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"This photo-illustrated book for early readers describes the Hindu holiday of Diwali and the things people do to celebrate"--
16) Passover
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[2017]
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In Passover, young readers will learn about this Jewish holiday and the ways people celebrate it. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage emergent readers as they explore this unique holiday.
A labeled diagram helps readers understand the symbols of Passover, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about Passover online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate...
18) Dragon dancer
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2018.
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"It is the eve of Chinese New Year. Lanterns are hung in the shopping malls of Singapore and Yao is preparing to wake the ancient sky dragon, Shen Long, from his year-long sleep. From the moment Shen Long opens his great amber eyes and unfurls his silver-blue tail, Yao will be propelled on a magical journey through the skies of Singapore to battle the bad luck of the previous year and usher in the good. Will he succeed? Will his grandfather watch...
20) Diwali
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[2022]
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"Diwali is about celebrating! It honors the Hindu story of Rama. Sikhs, Buddhists, and Jains also celebrate Diwali. To celebrate this Festival of Lights, people light lamps, watch fireworks, and dance. Others might exchange cards and presents. Readers will discover how a shared holiday can have multiple traditions and be celebrated in all sorts of ways"--