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The story behind Kwanzaa

Explores the history behind Kwanzaa, including traditions, seven symbols, and more.

Valentine's Day

Explains the origins and meaning of Valentine's Day, a holiday that celebrates love, and looks at how and where Valentine's Day is observed.
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Columbus Day

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

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

Introduces Labor Day, explaining the historical events behind it, how it became a holiday, and how it is observed.
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Valentine's Day

Explains the origins and meaning of Valentine's Day, a holiday that celebrates love, and looks at how and where Valentine's Day is observed.

New Year's Day

A basic introduction to how and why New Year's Day is celebrated as a holiday.
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Labor Day

Juneteenth Day

2003
Describes the holiday known as Juneteenth Day, which has roots in Texas and which celebrates the end of slavery in the United States.

Juneteenth

2008
Describes the holiday known as Juneteenth Day, which has roots in Texas and which celebrates the end of slavery in the United States.

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