Fall 2023

Happy Holidays!

Set of 12 titles

Let's celebrate! This series for beginning readers introduces basic facts about popular holidays from around the world, including when they happen and why. Simple, predictable text and bright, colorful photos take readers through the traditions of each celebration, including decorations, activities, and foods. Features highlight favorite activities and important aspects of each holiday. Students just starting to read independently will be ready to celebrate with

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Title   ATOS Format Qty
Happy Holidays! (12 titles) NEW
Cinco de Mayo NEW
Eid al-Fitr 1.2
Groundhog Day NEW
Holi NEW
Independence Day 1.2
Juneteenth 1.2
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day 1.2
Memorial Day NEW
Presidents' Day NEW
Saint Patrick's Day 1.4
Valentine's Day NEW
Veterans Day 1.3
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Interest Level Preschool - Grade 2
Reading Level Kindergarten
Dewey Number 294.5-394.26
Lexile 250L-380L
ATOS Reading Level 1.2-1.4
Guided Reading Level G-H
Language English
Publisher Bellwether Media
Format Reinforced book
ISBN F23BELL18
Copyright 2024
Number of Pages 24
Dimensions 6.5 x 9
Graphics Full-color photographs

SLJ Review of Happy Holidays!

As with other Blastoff books, this series is bright and visually attractive. A sight word list appears at the beginning to prepare readers. Every spread has a balance of concise text and large-scale images (many with labels). Photos show a diverse range of children and adults celebrating the holiday with food, parades, and community service. Glossary terms appear in bold within the text. Each book ends with a “Facts” page featuring a labeled photo of a holiday celebration along with three thumbnail images of various holiday activities with short descriptions underneath. The glossary also uses thumbnails with short descriptions. This series includes a recent addition to the national holiday calendar, Juneteenth. VERDICT Perfect for introducing primary grades to holidays or for young readers to explore on their own.