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Loading... Valentine's Day (Pebble Books: Holidays and Celebrations)by Mari C. Schuh
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Sign up for LibraryThing to find out whether you'll like this book. No current Talk conversations about this book. This book introduces young readers to Valentine's Day, its common customs, and some possible origins of the holiday. All of this is told in a very basic format so that it is easy for children to read and understand. The text is accompanied by staged photographs that highlight relevant facts. The book ends with a glossary, index, bibliography, and webliography, so that children can fully access the factual content in this book as well as glean sources for further information. All in all, this is a good introductory text for their youngest readers who want to learn something about Valentine's Day when they see all the retailers start to set up shop for the holiday. ( ) Summary: This book takes you on a very brief journey of Valentines day. It tells of what many different people do on that special day, and discuss its possible orgins. Personal Reaction: I thought it was a great way to show the kids a little about Valentines Day without having to go too far in depth. it was great to see the holiday simplified and shown in a giving love and thanks manner. Classroom Extension: Have the children make their own Valentines to give out to their friends. have them use some of the ideas from the book IE...hearts, red, pink , and white.0 no reviews | add a review
Simple text and photographs describe the history of Valentine's Day and how it is celebrated. No library descriptions found. |
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Google Books — Loading... GenresMelvil Decimal System (DDC)394.2618Social sciences Customs, Etiquette, Folklore General Customs Special Occasions Holidays Holidays of December, January, February Valentine's DayLC ClassificationRatingAverage:
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