This book introduces the significance of the Fourth of July holiday and the origin and meaning of its celebration with fireworks. Lets Watch the Fireworks! What is Independence Day? How was This Country Started? Do Many People Celebrate Independence Day? Why Do We Have Fireworks on Independence Day? Where are Fireworks Made? What are Fireworks? How Can We Use Fireworks Safely? Wonder More Make a Fireworks Salt Painting Glossary Find Out More Index Activities for further learning Author/Illustrator biography Educational front/back matter Glossary of key words Index Informative sidebars Phonetics Photo captions Sources for further research Suggested websites Table of contents Tap into children's interests in holiday celebrations with fascinating, familiar symbols. Each book in the Holiday Symbols series explains the origins of a specific celebration, the significance of its related symbol, and the ways that the holiday is celebrated today. Large, colorful photographs with captions accompany the clearly written text to help children reflect on what they are learning. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, an activity, informative sidebars, sources for further research, a phonetic glossary, critical-thinking questions, an index, and an introduction to the author.
