Imler, Kathryn A., 1950-

Valentine's Day / Kathryn A. Imler. - 2nd ed. - Chicago : Heinemann Library, c2008. - 32 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 23 cm. - Holiday histories. Heinemann first library. .

Hardcover

Includes bibliographical references and index.

A holiday about love -- A Roman festival -- Who were the Romans? -- Emperor Claudius II -- A man named Valentine -- Honoring St. Valentine -- Early customs -- Valentine cards -- Valentine's Day in the colonies -- Esther Howland -- Other gifts -- The symbols of Valentine's Day -- I love you -- Important dates.

Presents background information on the origins of customs related to the celebration of St. Valentine's Day.

ISBN: 9781432910457 1432910450 9781432910532 (pbk.) 1432910531 (pbk.)

LCCN: 2008275399

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Valentine's Day.
Children's literature--2009.

LC Class. No.: GT4925 / .I55 2008