fasts and feasts

Text and photographs look at Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Includes audio, videos, activities weblinks, slideshows, transparencies, maps, quizzes, and supplementary resources.

Examines the history of Presidents' Day and describes some of the ways that this holiday is celebrated. Includes audio, videos, activities, weblinks, slideshows, transparencies, maps, quizzes, and supplementary resources.

Discusses the history of Memorial Day, describes how it is celebrated, and includes a related song, activity, and recipe. Includes audio, videos, activities, weblinks, slideshows, transparencies, maps, quizzes, and supplementary resources.

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

Discusses the history of Veterans Day, describes how it is celebrated, and includes a related poem, activity, and recipe. Includes audio, videos, activities, weblinks, slideshows, transparencies, maps, quizzes, and supplementary.

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.

Photographs and simple text present ways to celebrate holidays, and includes decorating, meals, music, and gift giving.

Provides an overview of Independence Day, explaining why the holiday is celebrated, the traditions and symbols associated with it, and when it falls during the year.

Introduces readers to what it means to celebrate Hanukkah, and shows them why this holiday is special. Written in Spanish.