Copyright Date:
2013
Edition Date:
2013
Release Date:
01/01/13
Pages:
24 pages
ISBN:
1-620-65140-8
ISBN 13:
978-1-620-65140-7
Dewey:
394.266309485
LCCN:
2012026284
Dimensions:
21 x 22 cm.
Language:
English
Reviews:
School Library Journal
(Thu Apr 28 00:00:00 CDT 2022)
ENDERLEIN, Cheryl L. Christmas in Mexico . ISBN 978-1-62065-138-4 . LC 2012026287. ENDERLEIN, Cheryl L. Christmas in Sweden . ISBN 978-1-62065-140-7 . LC 2012026284. ENDERLEIN, Cheryl L. Christmas in the Philippines . ISBN 978-1-62065-139-1 . LC 2012026462. ea vol: 24p. (First Facts: Christmas Around the World Series). further reading. glossary. index. maps. photos. websites. Capstone . 2013. PLB $24.65. Gr 2-4 Short chapters deliver general information while text boxes define related terms and extend key ideas. Each book opens with a map and "How to Say It!" section that explains the country's holiday greeting. The large, color stock photos seem repetitive. Every title includes a "Hands-On" craft that contributes to readers' understanding of the celebration. Students looking for more information can get it on the publisher's website, which is accessible through a link provided in the back matter. Though an additional purchase, this set would be useful for comparing and contrasting different customs and supporting Christmas-around-the-world units.
Bibliography Index/Note:
Includes bibliographical references (page 23) and index.
Word Count:
730
Reading Level:
3.5
Interest Level:
1-4
Accelerated Reader:
reading level: 3.5
/ points: 0.5
/ quiz: 155978
/ grade: Lower Grades
Reading Counts!:
reading level:2.5 /
points:2.0 /
quiz:Q18385
Lexile:
610L
Guided Reading Level:
N
Decorations made of straw cover your Christmas tree. A girl dressed in a crown of candles sings songs as she visits peoples homes. People gather together to exchange gifts called julklappar. These are the sights and sounds of Christmas in Sweden. Come explore the many Swedish traditions that bring people of this country together at Christmas.