Books in Celebrating American Holidays series

Celebrating American Holidays teaches young readers about holidays while completing fun crafts using household items and easy-to-find art supplies. This series explores the history, people, and culture behind American holidays. Each book features eight fun activities, including artistic decorations, wearable accessories, fun figures, and tasty recipes. Online content includes how-to videos and additional information about the holidays.

Thanksgiving is a uniquely American holiday. Rich with history, this book focuses on traditions and feasts that have been practiced for hundreds of years. Young learners may wonder, what exactly are we celebrating, and why? When did these traditions begin? In this informative book, readers will learn about the origins of Thanksgiving and the many ways people celebrate it across the country today.

Independence Day is our way of celebrating all that is American independence from Britain--sunny picnics, barbeque, apple pie, and bombastic fireworks that fill the sky. This book delves into the important act of American history behind this fun-filled summer holiday using clear, accessible text. Bright photographs show young readers some of the many traditions people have for celebrating the Fourth of July today.