Celebrating U.S. holidays

Memorial Day is an important and special holiday, but some people forget why we celebrate it. On the last Monday of May each year, people around the country gather and remember the men and women who've died while serving in the U.S. military. This educational book encourages readers to reflect on the sacrifices military personnel make to protect our country. This book also touches upon the more lighthearted side of the holiday and the different types of celebrations that people have each year. Featuring full-color photographs and accessible text, this book is sure to engage beginning readers.

Each year, Martin Luther King Jr. Day serves as a reminder of the life and work of one of America's greatest civil rights activists. In this informative book, readers will learn about the importance of the civil rights movement and why we celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Full-color photographs accompany the text. This essential book features accessible language that is ideal for children in the early stages of learning to read.

"For almost 100 years, the United States has set aside a special day to honor its veterans. This holiday is a chance for the rest of the country to appreciate and remember all the military personnel, both alive and dead, that have fought to protect the United States from domestic and foreign threats. Readers will learn that it's important to recognize and be thankful for our nation's veterans"--Provided by publisher.