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1) Thanksgiving
Author
Series
Description
Describes the settlement of Plymouth colony and the Pilgrims' first thanksgiving, relates the history of the custom of harvest celebrations, and notes the observation of Thanksgiving today.
6) Easter
Author
Pub. Date
1980.
Description
Explores the origins, traditions, symbols, and trivia of Easter and how the holiday is celebrated around the world.
10) Thanksgiving
Author
Series
Pub. Date
1980.
Description
Discusses the history and meaning of the Thanksgiving holiday, how it was celebrated in the past, and how we observe it today.
11) Valentine's Day
Author
Series
Pub. Date
1980
Description
Presents the history and customs of Valentine's Day.
14) Christmas
Author
Series
Pub. Date
c2003
Description
Explains the holiday of Christmas, including how it began, how it is celebrated, and popular symbols of the holiday.
15) Christmas
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2015]
Description
"This photo-illustrated book for early readers describes the Christian holiday of Christmas and the things people do to celebrate"--
16) Cinco de Mayo
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2005]
Description
This book introduces "Cinco de Mayo," a Mexican holiday celebrating the Mexican victory against the French in the Battle of Puebla in 1862.
18) Groundhog day
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2014]
Description
Learn about the holiday of Groundhog's Day.
19) Earth day
Author
Pub. Date
c2014.
Description
"Readers will learn about the origin of Earth Day and the conservation movement in the United States. Key players such as Gaylord Nelson and Denis Hayes are introduced, leading up to the very first Earth Day celebration on April 22, 1970. Also discussed are the changes brought about by Earth Day."--
20) Mardi Gras
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2014]
Description
Explains the history and customs of Mardi Gras, the significance of the holiday, the ways in which it is celebrated, and more.