Auteur: Joanna Ponto

What does it mean to be respectful? What are good manners? Through real-life examples and full-page photographs, young readers learn how to be respectful to teachers, family, elders, and each other. …

What does it mean to be a good citizen? Full-page, color photographs accompany real-life examples of good citizenship that young readers will understand, relate to, and be inspired by. …

What does it mean to be responsible? Through full-color photos and real-life examples, young readers learn how to take responsibility for themselves and their actions. …

What does it mean to be honest? Full-page photographs illustrate real-life examples showing children being honest with their friends, families, and neighbors-even when it’s hard. Young readers will r …

What does it mean to be kind? Through simple scenarios illustrated by full-page color photographs, young readers are introduced to everyday kindness that will inspire them to try out their own acts o …

What does it mean to be helpful? Full-page, color photographs accompany real-life examples of kids being helpful in their homes, schools, and communities, inspiring positive character traits in young …

By reading about Earth Day’s history and purpose as well as how it is celebrated the world over, students will learn that there is more to the holiday than just recycling and planting trees. To celeb …

Through full-color photos and exciting text, young readers will discover that Easter is not just a religious holiday, but also a time to celebrate spring and rebirth. They will learn about the histor …

Through captivating, simple language, young readers will learn about the history of America’s independence and how it is celebrated across the country. From flags to fireworks, full-color photos will …

Young readers will learn all about the culture, history, and celebrations of Mardi Gras. From costumes to carnivals and music, students will want to revel in the festivities. Students can make gumbo …

This simple yet engaging text will show readers that Valentine’s Day is more than candy hearts and flowers. They will learn about the long history of the holiday, who St. Valentine actually was, and …

Every December millions of people all over the world wait for the twenty-fifth day of the month. They are looking forward to Christmas, one of the most celebrated holidays of the year. This heavily i …

First observed in 1966, Kwanzaa is the weeklong celebration of African traditions in American culture. Readers will be introduced to the black power movement of the last century and understand that t …

Young readers will learn how Jews in the United States and abroad celebrate Hanukkah, an eight-day commemoration of the Maccabean rebellion, when a lamp with enough oil to last only one day burned fo …

Thanksgiving is one of the most traditional holidays celebrated in America. We associate the day with turkey, football, and family. Many students might not know that even though the holiday celebrate …

On Veterans Day, Americans honor all who have served in the US armed forces. The holiday began in commemoration of the one-year anniversary of the end of World War I and continues to be celebrated ev …

The Day of the Dead is a celebration honoring those who have left this world. Readers of this volume will understand the meaning behind the holiday as well as the costumes, decorations, food, and oth …

Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights, is celebrated with firecrackers, sweet treats, and exciting tales of a prince and princess. Readers will learn about the customs involved in celebrating this joy …

Most kids think about candy and costumes when they think about Halloween. Readers of this engaging volume will be excited to learn about the way other cultures celebrate and honor the dead, as well a …

Columbus Day might seem like just another day off from school, but every year we remember Columbus’s important contributions to our nation. Today Columbus’s journey to the West Indies is celebrated i …

Students will discover who St. Patrick really was and learn all about the traditions and history associated with the holiday. Hands-on projects such as making their own pots of gold and a St. Patrick …

Ten fun, creative projects provide students with a hands-on way to learn about animals. Accompanied by colorful images and patterns that are easy to reproduce using a copier or printer, accessible st …

Students will learn about ancient Egypt, prehistoric France, and second-century China as they create a pyramid paperweight, a cave painting place mat, and a window decoration out of homemade paper fr …

Math is the only language shared by all human beings across the globe. Students will practice their math skills, including addition, subtraction, and fractions, as they cut, fold, measure, and draw. …

Humans created musical instruments long before they created a written language. Even birds and monkeys make music. Students will learn these facts and more as they explore the sights and sounds of th …

Students will explore the planets, stars, moon, and other celestial bodies as they create ten astronomy-related projects, including a mobile depicting the lunar phases, a watercolor painting of the G …

Students can show their love for their favorite teams by following simple step-by-step directions to create ten sports-themed crafts, including a pennant, personalized water bottle, and scrapbook. No …

What does it mean to be a good citizen? Full-page, color photographs accompany real-life examples of good citizenship that young readers will understand, relate to, and be inspired by. …

Chinese New Year has been celebrated for thousands of years in China. Now it is celebrated all around the world. It does not always come on the same date each year, but it is always in January or Feb …

Cinco de Mayo is a Mexican holiday that celebrates the country’s defeat of invading French forces during the Battle of Puebla. Readers of this volume will learn the history behind the holiday as well …

In Texas, all slaves found out they were free on June 19, 1865. This day is known as Juneteenth. At first, it was a holiday in Texas, but now people celebrate Juneteenth all across the United States. …

The United States celebrated the first Martin Luther King Jr. Day on January 20, 1986. There were marches, parades, and candlelight gatherings. Readers will learn about the life and accomplishments o …

One special night each year, at moonrise, Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic year, begins. During Ramadan, Muslims spend the entire month gathering as families and communities. They celebrate wi …

In Texas, all slaves found out they were free on June 19, 1865. This day is known as Juneteenth. At first, it was a holiday in Texas, but now people celebrate Juneteenth all across the United States. …