holidays

"[An] introduction to the annual celebration of 'Rock Your Mocs Day,' because moccasins and Native pride shouldn't be saved just for ceremonies and powwows, but celebrated all year round"--Provided by publisher.

"A[n] . . . antibias and antiracist educator introduces readers to eighteen holidays, including Juneteenth, Mardi Gras, Holi, Homecoming, Onam and Yom Kippur, with the help of a diverse group of kids in America who share how they celebrate all year long"--BTCat.

Each year, Jewish people all over the world observe Rosh Hashanah. They celebrate the Jewish New Year with prayers, synagogue services, and family gatherings. It is a time to focus on God's forgiveness. Many of the holiday's traditions are based on ancient religious practices. This title explores how these customs developed over time. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject.

In the United States, Black people were enslaved for hundreds of years. In 1863, during the American Civil War, many enslaved people were freed. On June 19, 1865, enslaved people in Texas heard the news that they were free for the first time. On Juneteenth, people celebrate this day with parades, barbecues, protests, and other activities. This title explores the holiday's past, present, and future. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject.

Throughout US history, Indigenous people have lost their lives and land because of colonization. But today, people across the country celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day. They honor the cultures and contributions of Indigenous nations while raising awareness about current issues that American Indians face. This title looks at how the holiday developed, exploring the effects of colonization, the work of Indigenous activists, and what the future holds for the holiday. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject.

"Each year, communities all over the world celebrate Chinese New Year. They welcome the New Year with parades, dragon dances, family dinners, and other activities. Many of these traditions grew out of Chinese folk religion and early New Year celebrations. This title explores how these ancient customs developed over time and became part of the modern holiday people celebrate today"--Amazon.

"Celebrate at the tables of artists, designers, and chefs with this book that offers families the chance to share in a world of parties, festivals, and holidays. Each spread features a different holiday and offers a step-by-step recipe, a craft activity, a personal story, and different ways to observe the holiday"--Amazon.

"Developed by literacy experts and educators for students in PreK through grade two, this book introduces beginning readers to Veterans Day through simple, predictable text and related photos"--Provided by publisher.

"Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, is the first of the Jewish Holy High Days and one of Judaism's holiest days. Often called the birthday of the world, it is celebrated on the first day of Tishrei, the seventh month of the Hebrew calendar. People celebrate this happy holiday with family and friends by praying, lighting candles, and eating special meals and sweet treats"--Provided by publisher.

Explores the ways people celebrate this special day and similar holidays in countries around the world.