Keck, Michael

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Easter

Explores the symbols, customs, rituals and folklore underlying the celebration of Easter. Presented with traditional songs, folk tales, and arts and crafts.

Pow wow

Describes Native American gatherings, powwows, celebrating their culture and life, including crafts and folklore.

Arbor Day

Explores the symbols, customs, rituals and folklore underlying the celebration of Arbor Day. Presented with traditional songs, folk tales, and arts and crafts.

Cinco de Mayo

Explores the symbols, customs, rituals and folklore underlying the celebration of Cinco de Mayo. Presented with traditional songs, folk tales, and arts and crafts.

Rosh Hashanah

Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, and Yom Kippur, the day of atonement and forgiveness, are the two high holidays of the Jewish calendar. Children are introduced to these solemn, reflective holidays through a traditional prayer and a Tashlikh ceremony. They also learn about the symbolism of foods associated with these holidays, the special clothing that is worn, and the importance of the Torah and performing good deeds throughout the year.

Election day

Describes the activities leading up to Election Day, when different levels of public officials are elected.

Hanukkah

Discusses the religious symbolism of Hanukkah and Passover. Uses stories, puppets and songs to present the history of these Jewish celebrations. Describes Hanukkah as the Festival of Lights, introducing the Menorah and the lighting of the Hanukkah candles, and traditional songs and games. Discusses how Passover is a celebration of freedom and renewal celebrated with a sacred Seder meal. Also visits a matzo bakery, features performances by Jewish folk singers, and presents a dreidel-making activity.

Chinese New Year

2004
Uses stories, songs, and crafts to explore the meaning behind the celebration of Chinese New Year.

Independence Day

2004
Uses songs, stories, and crafts to explore the meaning behind the celebration of Independence Day.

Christmas

2004
Stories, songs, and crafts help young viewers understand the history, meaning, and celebration of Christmas.

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