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Book, 2010
Current format, Book, 2010, First edition, Available .
Book, 2010
Current format, Book, 2010, First edition, Available . Offered in 0 more formats
A final entry in the season-inspired series that includes The Shortest Day combines vibrant illustrations with lyrical prose on summertime celebrations throughout the world. A simple explanation of what the summer solstice is and how it has been celebrated through the centuries. In this fourth and final book in the series about seasons, Wendy Pfeffer turns her attention to summer, when butterflies emerge from silky cocoons and daylight hours stretch longer and longer. With lyrical prose and vibrant illustrations, The Longest Day takes us on a journey through the history and science behind the summer solstice, with a focus on summer celebrations from various cultures around the world. Teachers and students alike will treasure the varied and accessible knowledge, and activities in the back let everyone in on the festivities.
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