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Mexican Independence Day and Cinco De Mayo

Product Description: The origins and traditions of these two special holidays are presented in this illustrated reference book with full-color photos for middle readers.

By Dianne M. MacMillan

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9780766030442 | Rev upd edition (Enslow Elementary, May 1, 2008), cover price $25.27 | About this edition: The origins and traditions of these two special holidays are presented in this illustrated reference book with full-color photos for middle readers.

9780894908163 | Enslow Pub Inc, July 1, 1997, cover price $23.93 | About this edition: 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.

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

Product Description: In MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. DAY, REVISED AND UPDATED, author Dianne M. MacMillan focuses on the life of this extraordinary leader and how he is celebrated today. The book discusses Kings childhood, his studies, and his non-violent approach to end segregation...read more

By Dianne M. MacMillan

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9780766030435 | Rev upd edition (Enslow Elementary, April 1, 2008), cover price $25.27 | About this edition: In MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR.

9780894903823 | Enslow Pub Inc, August 1, 1992, cover price $23.93 | About this edition: Describes the life of Martin Luther King and the origin and celebration of the holiday in his honor

Kwanzaa

Introduces the African American holiday begun in 1966 which celebrates seven important principles

By Dorothy Rhodes Freeman and Dianne M. MacMillan

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9780766030428 | Rev upd edition (Enslow Elementary, March 1, 2008), cover price $25.27

9780894903816 | Enslow Pub Inc, June 1, 1992, cover price $25.27 | About this edition: Introduces the African American holiday begun in 1966 which celebrates seven important principles

Mardi Gras

Product Description: Reviewing its origins as a one-day celebration before the beginning of Lent, the traditions and diverse celebrations practiced on this multi-day festival that now takes place throughout the country and the world is presented to young readers.

By Dianne M. MacMillan

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9780766030626 | Rev upd edition (Enslow Elementary, March 1, 2008), cover price $25.27 | About this edition: Reviewing its origins as a one-day celebration before the beginning of Lent, the traditions and diverse celebrations practiced on this multi-day festival that now takes place throughout the country and the world is presented to young readers.

9780894908194 | Enslow Pub Inc, July 1, 1997, cover price $23.93 | About this edition: Explains the history and customs of Mardi Gras, the significance of the holiday, the many ways in which it is celebrated, and how the celebrations vary according to location

Cheetahs

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

By Dianne M. MacMillan

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9780822594178 | Revised edition (Lerner Pub Group, February 1, 2009), cover price $27.99 | also contains Cheetahs

9781575050447 | Carolrhoda Books, October 1, 1997, cover price $25.26 | About this edition: Describes the physical characteristics, life cycle, behavior, and conservation of cheetahs

Chinese New Year

Young readers are presented with a review of this holiday's long history and colorful traditions through an examination of its original celebrations to the way it is marked around the world today, complete with full-color photos throughout.

By Dianne M. MacMillan

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9780766030381 | Rev upd edition (Enslow Elementary, February 1, 2008), cover price $25.27 | About this edition: Young readers are presented with a review of this holiday's long history and colorful traditions through an examination of its original celebrations to the way it is marked around the world today, complete with full-color photos throughout.

9780894905001 | Enslow Pub Inc, October 1, 1994, cover price $23.93 | About this edition: Discusses the origins of Chinese New Year and explains how the holiday is celebrated today

Diwali--Hindu Festival of Lights

Product Description: Discusses the history and traditions, as well as the symbols and current celebration of this Hindu holiday.

By Dianne M. MacMillan

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9780766030602 | Rev upd edition (Enslow Elementary, January 1, 2008), cover price $25.27 | About this edition: Discusses the history and traditions, as well as the symbols and current celebration of this Hindu holiday.

Ramadan and Id Al-Fitr

Product Description: Author Dianne M. MacMillan explores the Muslim holidays of Ramadan and Id al-Fitr. Readers will learn about the beginnings of Islam and the symbols and traditions of this important religion. They will also be introduced to the month-long fast of Ramadan and the joyous Id al-Fitr celebration that follows...read more

By Dianne M. MacMillan

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9780766030459 | Rev upd edition (Enslow Elementary, January 1, 2008), cover price $25.27 | About this edition: Author Dianne M.

9780894905025 | Enslow Pub Inc, November 1, 1994, cover price $23.93 | About this edition: Describes the traditional Islamic month-long fast, Ramadan, and the festival of Id al-Fitr, which marks the end of Ramadan

Los Angeles Area Missions

Describes the historical, Spanish missions of the Los Angeles area.

By Dianne M. MacMillan

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9780822585183 | Lerner Pub Group, September 1, 2007, cover price $8.95 | About this edition: Book by MacMillan, Dianne M.

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9780822508984 | Lerner Pub Group, November 1, 2007, cover price $27.93 | About this edition: Describes the historical, Spanish missions of the Los Angeles area.

Humpback Whales

Describes the characteristics, diet, location, life cycle, and behavior of humpback whales, including why they sing and how they perform such acrobatic jumps.

By Dianne M. MacMillan

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9781575053479 | Lerner Pub Group, October 1, 2003, cover price $27.99 | About this edition: Describes the characteristics, diet, location, life cycle, and behavior of humpback whales, including why they sing and how they perform such acrobatic jumps.

The Curse of Rafferty McGill

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.

By Dianne M. MacMillan and Guy Porfirio (illustrator)

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9780807537794 | Albert Whitman & Co, September 1, 2003, cover price $13.99 | About this edition: When a leprechaun grants Ryan O'Conner's wish one St.

Life in a Deciduous Forest

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.

By Dianne M. MacMillan

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9780822546849 | Lerner Pub Group, March 1, 2003, cover price $26.65 | About this edition: 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.

Destination Los Angeles

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

By Dianne M. MacMillan

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9780822527862 | Lerner Pub Group, November 1, 1997, cover price $23.93 | About this edition: An introduction to the port city of Los Angeles describing its geography, history, economy, and day-to-day life

Japanese Children's Day and the Obon Festival

Describes the history, customs, significance, and traditions of Japanese Children's Day and the Obon Festival

By Dianne M. MacMillan

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9780894908187 | Enslow Pub Inc, July 1, 1997, cover price $23.93 | About this edition: Describes the history, customs, significance, and traditions of Japanese Children's Day and the Obon Festival

Presidents Day

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

By Dianne M. MacMillan

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9780894908200 | Enslow Pub Inc, May 1, 1997, cover price $23.93 | About this edition: Provides brief accounts of the lives of two prominent U.

Thanksgiving Day

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 (view table of contents)

By Dianne M. MacMillan

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9780894908224 | Enslow Pub Inc, April 1, 1997, cover price $23.93 | About this edition: 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

Diwali: Hindu Festival of Lights

Discusses the history and traditions, as well as the symbols and current celebration of this Hindu holiday (view table of contents)

By Dianne M. MacMillan

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9780894908170 | Enslow Pub Inc, April 1, 1997, cover price $23.93 | About this edition: Discusses the history and traditions, as well as the symbols and current celebration of this Hindu holiday

Tet: Vietnamese New Year

Discusses the origins of Tet, the Vietnamese New Year, and explains how the holiday is celebrated today by Vietnamese living in North America

By Dianne M. MacMillan

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9780894905018 | Enslow Pub Inc, October 1, 1994, cover price $23.93 | About this edition: Discusses the origins of Tet, the Vietnamese New Year, and explains how the holiday is celebrated today by Vietnamese living in North America

Jewish Holidays in the Spring

Discusses the origins of Purim, Passover, Yom Ha-Atsma'ut, Lag B'Omer, and Shavuot, and explains how each of these holidays is celebrated

By Dianne M. MacMillan

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9780894905032 | Enslow Pub Inc, September 1, 1994, cover price $18.95 | About this edition: Discusses the origins of Purim, Passover, Yom Ha-Atsma'ut, Lag B'Omer, and Shavuot, and explains how each of these holidays is celebrated

Elephants: Our Last Land Giants

A study of Earth's largest land mammal provides a close-up look at the elephant, its complex social organization, elaborate communication system, great intelligence, behavior, habitat, and endangered status.

By Dianne M. MacMillan

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9780876147702 | Carolrhoda Books, October 1, 1993, cover price $22.60 | About this edition: A study of Earth's largest land mammal provides a close-up look at the elephant, its complex social organization, elaborate communication system, great intelligence, behavior, habitat, and endangered status

Jewish Holidays in the Fall

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

By Michael P. French, Ph. D. and Dianne M. MacMillan

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9780894904066 | Enslow Pub Inc, June 1, 1993, cover price $17.95 | About this edition: Describes the various Jewish holidays that take place in the fall, including Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, Sukkot, Simchat Torah, and Shemini Atzeret

Easter

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

By Dianne M. MacMillan

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9780894904059 | Enslow Pub Inc, February 1, 1993, cover price $17.95 | About this edition: An introduction to the religious and secular history, traditions, and celebrations of Easter

My Best Friend, Mee-Yung Kim: Meeting a Korean-American Family

A young girl's friendship with a Korean American girl and her family introduces her to the holidays, customs, and foods and family events of their culture.

By Dorothy Freeman, Dianne M. MacMillan and Bob Marstall (illustrator)

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9780671656911 | Julian Messner, July 1, 1989, cover price $9.98 | About this edition: A young girl's friendship with a Korean American girl and her family introduces her to the holidays, customs, and foods and family events of their culture.

My Best Friend Duc Tran: Meeting a Vietnamese-American Family

An American boy's friendship with a Vietnamese American boy and his family introduces him to the holidays, customs, foods, and family events of their culture.

By Maryjane Begin-Callanan (illustrator), Dorothy Freeman and Dianne M. MacMillan

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9780671637071 | Julian Messner, July 1, 1987, cover price $9.29 | About this edition: An American boy's friendship with a Vietnamese American boy and his family introduces him to the holidays, customs, foods, and family events of their culture.

My Best Friend Martha Rodriguez: Meeting a Mexican-American Family

An American girl's friendship with a Mexican American girl and her family introduces her to the holidays, games, foods, songs, and family events of their culture.

By Dorothy Freeman and Dianne M. MacMillan

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9780671619732 | Julian Messner, October 1, 1986, cover price $9.98 | About this edition: An American girl's friendship with a Mexican American girl and her family introduces her to the holidays, games, foods, songs, and family events of their culture.

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