fasts and feasts

Rosie's preparations for Christmas on the island of Trinidad include picking red petals for the sorrel drink, mixing up the black currant cake, and singing along with the parang band.

In this retelling of the original 1816 German story, Godfather Drosselmeier gives young Marie a nutcracker for Christmas, and she finds herself in a magical realm where she saves the nutcracker and sees him change into a handsome prince.

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Describes Columbus' achievements and the holiday celebrated in his honor.

Introduces Columbus Day, explaining the historical events behind it, how it became a holiday, and how it is observed.

The orphelines search for a grandmother and find one--along with a grandfather--on Christmas Eve.

The well-known poem about an important Christmas visitor.

Everyone in Morris's family is pleased with his Christmas present but Morris.

Examines the history and traditions of Diwali, a five-day Hindu holiday that celebrates the god Rama and his wife, Sita.

Introduces Veterans Day, explaining the historical events behind it, how it became a holiday, and how it is observed.