Holidays and celebrations

Briefly discusses the history and customs connected to the celebration of St. Patrick's Day.

Briefly discusses the history and customs connected to the celebration of Thanksgiving in the United States.

Simple text and photographs describe the history of St. Patrick's Day and the many ways in which it is celebrated.

Simple text and photographs describe the history of New Year's Day and the many ways in which it is celebrated.

Colorful illustrations and text describes the history, culture, and traditions associated with Easter.

Briefly discusses the history and customs connected to the celebration of Thanksgiving in the United States.

Presents a short history of Thanksgiving examining ancient harvest festivals, the first Thanksgiving in the new world, becoming a national holiday in 1863, and decorations and celebrations.

Presents a short history of Saint Patrick's Day examining the story of the patron saint of Ireland, the legend of the snakes, the shamrock and other symbols and decorations, and more.

Presents a history of Mother's Day discussing ancient mother goddesses, how it became a national holiday, how it is celebrated around the world, and mothers of famous presidents.