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84) The joyful book
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"A beloved New York Times bestselling author explores the many ways to be joyful during the winter holidays--and all year long. Lighting candles is joyful. Playing outside is joyful. Singing holiday songs is joyful. Learning new traditions is joyful. Whether it's celebrating a holiday, sharing a meal, or learning new things, The Joyful Book inspires readers of all ages to spread the joy near and far, to loved ones and friends. With his renowned blend...
85) Christmas
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While fans of Christmas may think they know all about this holiday, do they know that "Jingle Bells" was originally a Thanksgiving song? Or that the tradition of Christmas trees began in Germany? Fun facts await curious minds.
86) Humbug rabbit
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Even though Gracie the hen hides her eggs and Father Rabbit insists he is not the Easter Rabbit, the farm bunnies and Granny's grandchildren all have a wonderful Easter.
87) Halloween is
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Describes the origins and history of Halloween traditions and festivities from ancient times to the present day.
93) Dino-Hanukkah
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Hanukkah is coming, and the dinos are all busy getting ready! They make brisket and latkes, and the dino-kids play with a dreidel, act out the Hanukkah story, open gifts, and eagerly await their turn to light the menorah. Dinosaurs big and small gather to decorate, eat, and even compete in party festivities like only prehistoric carnivores and herbivores would.
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"Indigenous Peoples' Day is about celebrating! The second Monday in October is a day to honor Native American people, their histories, and cultures. People mark the day with food, dancing, and songs. Readers will discover how a shared holiday can have multiple traditions and be celebrated in all sorts of ways"--
97) Independence Day
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A brief introduction to the history of Independence Day and how and why it is celebrated.
100) Run, Turkey run
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The day before Thanksgiving, Turkey tries to disguise himself as other animals in order to avoid being caught by the farmer.