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Poppy Day


Special Days

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No. of pages 32

Published: 2000

Great for age 3-8 years

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The book describes some of the terrible events of World Wars I and II and explains the reason for choosing November 11th as the day of remembrance. It also explains how the poppy came to be chosen as a symbol and who was responsible for organising the first poppy day.

 

 

This book is part of a book series called Special Days .

There are 32 pages in this book.

This is a picture book. A picture book uses pictures and text to tell the story. The number of words varies from zero ('wordless') to around 1k over 32 pages. Picture books are typically aimed at young readers (age 3-6) but can also be aimed at older children (7+).

This book was published in 2000 by Hachette Children's Group .

Rosemary Moore is a writer and teacher. She has written many information books for children.

 

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Special Days

This excellent book tells that story [of poppy day] in words, photos and artwork...From the first Poppy Day, in 1921, to today's ceremony at the Cenotaph, the facts are presented simply and clearly. It's good to see a book on this subject for young children. -- Manchester Evening News, Nov 00