MacMillan, Dianne M.

An introduction to the religious and secular history, traditions, and celebrations of Easter.

Describes the various Jewish holidays that take place in the fall, including Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, Sukkot, Simchat Torah, and Shemini Atzeret.

A color-illustrated overview of the humpback whale, covering its diet, migrations, behavior, life cycle, and threats to survival.

When a leprechaun grants Ryan O'Connor's wish one St. Patrick's Day, Ryan must find a way to grant the leprechaun's wish in return or his piano teacher, her house, and another student will be gone forever.

Describes the physical characteristics, life cycle, behavior, and conservation of cheetahs.

Provides brief accounts of the lives of two prominent U.S. presidents and describes the holiday that was established in their honor.

An introduction to the port city of Los Angeles, describing its geography, history, economy, and day-to-day life.

Explores the Adirondack forests of New York state, discussing how the forest develops, the plants and animals found there, and ways in which the living and nonliving parts of the forest work together.

Describes the history of Thanksgiving Day, how it came to be celebrated on the fourth Thursday in November, and the traditions associated with this holiday.

Provides background on the people and events that are commemorated on two important Mexican holidays, Independence Day and Cinco de Mayo, and describes how these holidays are celebrated.