Presidents' Day (Holiday Histories) (Paperback)

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Product Description

It is the third Monday in February and school is closed. But do you know why? It's Presidents' Day, of course! Turn the pages of this book to find out: how George Washington almost became 'King George', which two holidays became Presidents' Day, which presidents can be seen on a mountain. Each book in the Holiday Histories series describes one of America's holidays or special days. Explore the history of each day and learn the real reason why it is important. Discover what special meaning each day might have for you

About the Author

Mir Tamim Ansary is a Heinemann-Raintree author. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 4-8
  
• Paperback: 32 pages
• Publisher: Heinemann-Raintree (January 15, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1403489041
• ISBN-13: 978-1403489043
• Product Dimensions: 8.6 x 7.5 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #2,104,984 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars brings history alive for 2nd & 3rd graders, April 29, 1999

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This review is from: Presidents' Day (Holiday Histories (Hfl).) (Library Binding)

This book really brings alive the history of president's day and american history for young students--suddenly they get it! Historic photographs illuminate the text.