Description: "Every year on February 14th, or Valentine's Day, people around the world celebrate love. This engaging book for kids explains the history, traditions, and customs of Valentine's Day, and includes interactive activities that encourage children to celebrate at home or in their communities"--
Brief description:
SHANNON ANDERSON has taught for 25 years, from first grade through college level. Her career highlight was being named one of the Top 10 Teachers who inspired by the Today Show in 2019. Shannon is now a full-time author and speaker who loves to travel the country, inspiring young readers and writers through author visits. She served as the Regional Advisor for the Indiana chapter of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators. Shannon likes to spread love and kindness on all days, not just Valentine's Day. You can learn more about her at ShannonIsTeaching.com.
Review Quotes: "This is the perfect book to get students excited for Valentine's Day. It provides unique and interesting facts about Valentine's Day that any elementary student would get excited about. I love that this book is also culturally responsive with its information on how Valentine's Day is celebrated around the world. Readers take away new facts about the holiday and lots of ideas to celebrate." -- Kaitlyn Ostendorf, elementary teacher