The Shortest Day: Celebrating The Winter Solstice

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Synopsis
The beginning of winter is marked by the solstice, the shortest day of the year. Long ago, people grew afraid when each day had fewer hours of sunshine than the day before. Over time, they realized that one day each year the sun started moving toward them again. In lyrical prose and cozy illustrations, this book explains what the winter solstice is and how it has been observed by various cultures throughout history. Many contemporary holiday traditions were borrowed from ancient solstice celebrations.

Simple science activities, ideas for celebrating the day in school and at home, and a further-reading list are included.

Copyright:
2003

Book Details

Book Quality:
Excellent
Book Size:
36 Pages
ISBN-13:
9780147512840
Publisher:
Penguin Young Readers Group
Date of Addition:
Copyrighted By:
Wendy Pfeffer
Adult content:
No
Language:
English
Has Image Descriptions:
No
Categories:
Children's Books, Nonfiction, Outdoors and Nature
Grade Levels:
First grade, Second grade, Third grade, Fourth grade
Reading Age:
6–9
Submitted By:
Daproim Africa
Proofread By:
Daproim Africa
Usage Restrictions:
This is a copyrighted book.

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