columbus day

Explores the American holiday Columbus Day including parades and celebrations.

Describes the reasons Columbus Day is celebrated and gives suggestions for celebrating by making and doing various things.

Discusses the history of Columbus Day, describes how it is celebrated, and includes a related song, activity, and recipe.

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

"Every year on October twelfth, with flags and speeches and most of all with festive parades [Americans] . . . celebrate the brave man who sailed ever westward until he reached the shores of America. Paul Showers has told Columbus's story. . . . The years of apprenticeship, the suspensefilled voyage itself, and the dramatic moment of discovery are brought to life.".

Relates the story of the discovery of America by Christopher Columbus and gives the history of Columbus Day.

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.

Describes a kindergarten classroom's activities to prepare for Columbus Day.

Discusses how the achievements of the man credited with discovering America led to the present-day celebration of his landing in the New World.