Search

A simple introduction to the traditions and festivities of the Muslim holiday, Ramadan.

A simple introduction to the traditions and festivities of Chinese New Year.

Introduces the history, customs, meaning, and celebration of Chanukah.

An introduction to the traditions and foods of Passover.

Introduces the history, customs, meaning, and celebration of Kwanzaa.

Introduces the history of Independence Day and explains how it is celebrated today.

Discusses the holiday known as Presidents' Day and the significant achievements of those presidents whom it honors, George Washington and Abraham Lincoln.

Color photos fill this overview of Halloween traditions, which describes the holiday's origins and the background of such symbols and activities as ghosts, jack-o'-lanterns, black cats, and trick or treating; presents instructions for making spider decorations; and lists related books and Web sites.

Introduces the history, customs, meaning, and celebration of Thanksgiving.

Text and photos describe popular American New Year celebrations including New Year's Eve in Times Square, "First Night" parties, the Tournament of Roses Parade, and college football games.

Text and color photos present the history of Valentine's Day and describe ways of celebrating it.

Presents the history and meaning behind the observance of Martin Luther King, Jr.

Text and color photos show kids the traditional ways of celebrating Halloween, including pumpkin carving, bobbing for apples, and trick-or-treating.

A simple introduction to Easter and some of the ways it is celebrated.

Discusses the importance and celebration of the Jewish High Holidays, Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur.