American holidays

Text and photographs introduce Hanukkah, including when, where, how, and why it is celebrated.

Describes the origin of the Muslim holiday Ramadan and explains how it is celebrated, discussing fasting, prayer, the Koran, and the festival Eid al-Fitr; and includes two crafts and a recipe.

Presents a brief description of the history of Passover and how and why it is celebrated each year.

Presents a brief description of Thanksgiving, when it began and why it is celebrated each year.

Examines the history of Presidents' Day and describes some of the ways that this holiday is celebrated.

Examines the history of Memorial Day and describes some of the ways that this holiday is celebrated.

Examines the history of Martin Luther King Jr. Day and describes some of the ways that this holiday is celebrated.

Examines the history Columbus Day and describes some of the ways that this holiday is celebrated.

Describes the history and traditions of the holiday Cinco de Mayo, discussing the Battle of Puebla, carnivals and fairs, and U.S. cities that have official Cinco de Mayo celebrations; and includes a recipe for Mexican hot chocolate and instructions for making a pi?ata.

Explores the history and purpose of Election Day, describes the U.S.'s election process, and includes activities, a short quiz, and a recipe.