"Celebrating the country's 150th birthday in 2017, it's time to celebrate Canada! This timely title explores the exciting events and celebrations that are taking place in honor of Canada's sesquicente
Introduces Election Day, including instructions on the voting process, why voting is important, the history of Election Day in the United States, and how other countries observe Election Day.
Examines the history of Remembrance Day and describes some of the ways that this holiday is celebrated, including information on parades, memorials, symbols, and ceremonies.
Introduces the Mexican holiday of the Day of the Dead, and discusses its Aztec and Christian origins, preparations for the holiday, skeletons and other decorations and foods, holiday activities, and t
Introduces the Hindu festival of Divali, and discusses its place within Hinduism, seasonal foods, decorations, and clothing, secular and religious activities, and the holiday outside India.
Chinese New Year welcomes the start of a new year. It is the most important celebration in China. People enjoy this holiday in many different ways. Chinese people follow certain traditions to make sur
Introduces the Mexican holiday of Cinco de Mayo, and discusses its origins in the Battle of Puebla, foods, costumes, music, parades, dancing, and other celebrations, and the holiday in the United Stat
Introduces Ramadan, the Islamic month of fasting, and discusses its place in Islam, morning and evening meals before and after fasting, religious activities during the month, and the celebration of Ei
Introduces Constitution Day, a new holiday on September 17, designed to celebrate the signing of the Constitution in 1787, and discusses its origins and meaning, ways to celebrate it, American citizen
Introduces Christmas, and discusses its pagan and Christian origins, seasonal decorations and music, religious and secular celebrations, and the holiday around the world.
Put on a mask and join the street party for Mardi Gras. Learn all about this colorful New Orleans' holiday, where people enjoy food and fun before the beginning of Lent, a period of reflection and giv
On March 17th of each year, millions of people all over the world celebrate St. Patrick's Day. Taste the foods, hear the music, and dance the dances that make up his celebration. The history of this c
