Halloween

by Jennifer Blizin Gillis

Published 1 September 2003
Presents background information on the origins and traditions of customs related to the celebration of Halloween.


Introduces Presidents' Day, explaining the historical events behind it, how it became a holiday, and how it is observed.

Describes the historic events that shaped Thanksgiving Day and details the various ways it is celebrated.

El Día de Los Caídos

by Mir Tamim Ansary

Published 1 March 2003
Introduces Memorial Day, explaining the historical events behind it, how it became a holiday, and how it is observed.

Introduces Martin Luther King, Jr., Day, explaining the historical events behind it, how it became a holiday, and how it is observed.

Dia de Independencia

by Mir Tamim Ansary

Published 1 March 2003
Introduces the Fourth of July, including the history of the holiday, why we celebrate it, and how it is celebrated today.

Año Nuevo

by Kathryn Imler

Published 15 October 2008

El Día del Trabajo

by Mir Tamim Ansary

Published 15 October 2008


El Día de la Bandera

by Mir Tamim Ansary

Published 15 October 2008

El Día de Los Veteranos

by Mir Tamim Ansary

Published 15 October 2008