Barbara DeRubertis
Author
Series
Publisher
Kane Press
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
"In the 1800s, abolitionists like Harriet Tubman, Frederick Douglass, and Sojourner Truth fought for freedom from slavery for all African Americans. They fought with speeches, songs, newspapers, and even with daring rescue missions! Every year on both Emancipation Day and Juneteenth we honor and continue their fight for freedom and equality."-- provided by publisher.
Author
Publisher
The Kane Press
Pub. Date
[2015]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Labor Day weekend is consider the "last hurrah" of summer, and is celebrated with parades and picnics and fun. But what does it signify? Discover the true meaning of the holiday: celebrating and honoring all the workers in our American labor force, especially those who fight for safe work places and fair pay.
Author
Series
Publisher
Kane Press
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
"When the calendar changes from one year to the next, people like to celebrate! But there's more to New Year's than counting down to midnight. Find out why the calendar starts on January 1, and learn about people from other parts of the world who have brought there own calendars and New Year's traditions to America."--Back cover.
Author
Series
Publisher
Kane Press
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
American women fought for over 100 years to win the right to vote. From Susan B. Anthony to Ida B. Wells, many powerful American heroes lent their voices to this movement. Every year on Women's Equality Day and International Women's Day, we celebrate past victories and work toward a more equal future.