Historias de Fiestas
13 total works
Historias de Fiestas
by Mir Tamim Ansary, Jennifer Blizin Gillis, and Kathryn Imler
Presents background information on the origins and traditions of customs related to the celebration of Halloween.
Published 15 October 2008
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.
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.
Introduces the Fourth of July, including the history of the holiday, why we celebrate it, and how it is celebrated today.