Presents a simple introduction to eighteen holidays and festivals, including information about the seasons in which they occur, and their main features.
Introduces Ramadan, the Islamic month of fasting, and Id-al-Fitr, the festival that marks its end, and describes some of the things people do to observe these special times.
"Fasting, praying, and charitable acts mark the Islamic holiday of Ramadan, which ends with the festival of Id-ul-Fitr when the fast is broken. Readers of this book will learn the history and meaning
"Labor Day honors all the men and women who work hard to keep America economically and socially prosperous and progressive. In this title, read about the history and significance of Labor Day and find
"Every year families gather to celebrate Christmas with both religious and secular activities. From attending church and helping charitable causes to trimming the tree and exchanging gifts, readers wi
Plant a tree and help preserve the planet. Arbor Day is a celebration of the beauty and importance of trees in maintaining our environment and ecosystem. Readers will learn about different activities
Introduces Veterans Day, including the role of the military and why people honor those who served, why the holiday is important, and how it is celebrated today.
"Fourth of July is filled with fireworks, concerts, and good food. Find out the meaning of this American holiday and the traditions around it in this book."
Every year families gather to share a wonderful meal and give thanks for their blessings at Thanksgiving. This book introduces readers to the history of this American holiday and explains why certain
"Kwanzaa is a seven-day holiday that celebrates the culture and traditions of African Americans. Readers will learn about the seven principles of Kwanzaa, what it means to celebrate this holiday, and
"Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights, is celebrated for five days with various activities and food. Read about Diwali in this title that explains the significance of each day's events and the meaning
"From Judah Maccabee to lighting the menorah to eating potato latkes, this book introduces readers to the stories and traditions of Hanukkah and explains what it means to celebrate this festival of li
"Election Day is a civic holiday where people cast their votes for government officials. This book introduces readers to the meaning of Election Day, and explains why this holiday is significant and w
"Memorial Day is observed in honor and remembrance of all the men and women who have died serving our country. Readers are introduced to the ways people mark this day, including attending parades, pla
"Every year families gather to celebrate Easter with both religious and secular activities. From attending church to hunting for colorfully decorated eggs, readers will learn about the importance of E
"Every year families gather to ensure luck in the coming year and celebrate the approach of spring by sharing in the traditions of Chinese New Year. This book introduces readers to the sights, sounds,
"When people think of Cinco de Mayo, images of food, dance, and beautiful clothing come to mind, but the origins of the holiday are very different from today's celebrations. This book teaches the hist
"Originally named Armistice Day for the treaty that ended WWI, Veterans Day has become a holiday that honors veterans of all wars. Read this book to learn the history of this important day and find ou
"Martin Luther King, Jr. Day honors the birth and legacy of one of the greatest civil rights leaders in history. In this title, read about the various ways people celebrate this day, such as by attend
