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Deborah Heiligman
Discusses the meaning of and traditions surrounding the celebration of Christmas.
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An introduction to the customs related to the holiday of Christmas.
From award-winning author Deborah Heiligman comes a true account of the attack and sinking of the passenger ship SS City of Benares, which was evacuating children from England during WWII.
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Thanksgiving is the original American holiday. When the Pilgrims sat down to give thanks for the hard-won bounty of their new world, they continued a Native American tradition that would…
A multiple award-winning and beautifully written exploration of Charles Darwin’s life as husband, father, and scientist.
Describes how the Jewish holidays of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur are celebrated around the world.
The deep and enduring friendship between Vincent and Theo Van Gogh defined both brothers’ lives.
Beautifully told, this is the true story of the relationship between brothers Theo and Vincent van Gogh.
From award-winning author Deborah Heiligman comes a true account of the attack and sinking of the passenger ship SS City of Benares, which was evacuating children from England during World…
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Although Tinka the dog can be described in many ways, she is always the right kind of canine for her owner.
Snow doesn’t stop the Golden Retriever, Tinka. She runs and plays and sleds with her boy. But when her friend Millie the beagle shows up, off races Tinka. And she…
Originally published: New York: Marshall Cavendish Children, 2009.
A caterpillar comes to school in a jar but a few weeks later a beautiful butterfly comes out. This story provides a beginner’s guide to the mystery of metamorphosis.
While watching a caterpillar brought to school in a glass jar slowly change into a beautiful butterfly, the class and the reader learn the basics about the mystery of metamorphosis.
Deborah Heiligman,Leuyen Pham
With a simple, lyrical text and richly layered illustrations, this is a beautiful introduction to the world of math and a fascinating look at the unique character traits that made…
Deborah Heiligman,National Geographic Kids
This offering from the Holidays Around the World series introduces children to the Jewish Festival of Lights. Heiligman recounts the holiday’s history and origins and describes how it is celebrated…
An introduction to the religious significance of and customs related to the Christian holiday of Easter.
With dazzling images and engaging text, readers learn about the historical and cultural significance of Hanukkah and why it is celebrated around the world.
Part of the Holidays Around the World series, this book looks at Halloween customs and festivities all over the world. It shows a wide range of traditions of this exciting…
The joyous celebration of Easter is seen through a global perspective in this National Geographic volume featuring over 25 vibrant photographs.
Deborah heiligman,National Geographic Kids
This joyous celebration of Easter is seen through a global perspective in this National Geographic volume featuring over 25 vibrant photographs.
Includes photographs in Hanukkah that show Americans celebrating, but also include Jews in Ghana, Uganda, India, Israel, Poland, and several other countries lighting menorahs, spinning dreidels, and cooking latkes. Both…
The most celebrated holiday in the Jewish year, Passover commemorates the Exodus of Hebrew slaves from Egypt to freedom over 3,500 years ago.
Deborah Heiligman,Chelsea Clinton
Inspired by She persisted by Chelsea Clinton & Alexandra Boiger.
A biography of Clara Lemlich, part of the She Persisted chapter book series –
