Holidays

Viewers learn who Martin Luther King was and why we honor him the third Monday in January.

In Chinese New Year, early readers will learn about this Chinese holiday and the ways people celebrate it. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage emergent readers as they explore this unique holiday.A labeled diagram helps readers understand the symbols of Chinese New Year, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about Chinese New Year online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Chinese New Year also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.Chinese New Year is part of Jump! s Holidays series.

Explains what Rosh Hashanah is, when it is celebrated, and how it is celebrated.

Introduces the celebration of Mardi Gras, including the season of Lent, the first American Mardi Gras, parades, Carnival, and Mardi Gras today.

Recounts the origins and history of Earth Day, and describes how the holiday is celebrated.

Recounts the origins and history of Diwali, and describes how the holiday is celebrated.

Recounts the origins and history of All Souls' Day, and describes how the holiday is celebrated.

Presents a brief history of Groundhog Day, a day in which some people believe that a groundhog can predict six more weeks of winter.

Explains the origins, meaning, symbols, and traditions associated with Passover.

Explains the history of the Christian holiday Easter and the meaning of items such as a cross and palm branch that are associated with it.