Catalog Search Results
1) Christmas
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Describes the history behind Christmas and the various ways it is celebrated.
2) Columbus Day
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Discusses how the achievements of the man credited with discovering America led to the present-day celebration of his landing in the New World.
3) Halloween
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Describes the history behind Halloween and the various ways it is celebrated.
4) Hanukkah
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Describes the history behind Hanukkah and the various ways it is celebrated.
9) Earth day
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Discusses the concern for the environment that produced the original Earth Day and describes the activities that accompany its continuing celebration in the United States and around the world.
10) Kwanzaa
Author
Series
Language
English
Appears on list
Description
Introduces the African American holiday begun in 1966 which celebrates seven important principles.
12) Independence Day
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Describes the origins and past and present celebrations of Independence Day.
15) Chinese New Year
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
"Read about the history of the Chinese New Year celebration and see how it is celebrated in the United States"--Provided by publisher.