Cinco De Mayo

by Lola M. Schaefer, Gail Saunders-Smith (Editor), Gregory Rodriguez

Simple text and photographs explain the history of Cinco de Mayo and how this commemoration of the victory of the Mexican army over the French army on May 5, 1862, is celebrated.

Genres: Nonfiction

24 pages, Library Binding

First published January 1, 2000

About the author

Lola M. Schaefer is an educator, writer, and gardener, and the author of many acclaimed books for children about math, art, science, technology, animals, and nature. She uses shovels, hoes, rakes, and scissors when she works in her garden. Lola M. Shaefer grew up in Indiana, and now lives in northern Georgia.

Reviews

[Amanda · Rating 3 out of 5]

good book for early readers. straight facts about Cinco de Mayo. good vocabulary words

[Dolly · Rating 3 out of 5]

A short book that highlights the history behind the holiday. It's filled with colorful pictures and offers a little bit of information without being overwhelming. Our girls enjoyed the book.