Books in Holidays and Festivals series

From Judah Maccabee to lighting the menorah to eating potato latkes, this book introduces readers to the stories and traditions of Hanukkah and explains what it means to celebrate this festival of lights.

Memorial Day is observed in honor and remembrance of all the men and women who have died serving our country. Readers are introduced to the ways people mark this day, including attending parades, placing flags on graves at cemeteries, and wearing red poppies.

Labor Day honors all the men and women who work hard to keep America economically and socially prosperous and progressive. In this title, read about the history and significance of Labor Day and find out how people celebrate this holiday each year.

Explains the origins of holidays associated with the family, describes customs and traditions from around the world, and shares poems, stories, and ideas for special activities

Every year families gather to celebrate Easter with both religious and secular activities. From attending church to hunting for colorfully decorated eggs, readers will learn about the importance of Easter and the many ways people honor this day.

This series explores religious and cultural holidays and festivals and explains why, when, and where they take place as well as who celebrates them.

Tips on saving our planet are all around us, and Earth Day is a special holiday for honoring the planet and keeping it clean. Read about the different activities people take part in on this day, from recycling to picking up litter, to spreading the word about ecological awareness.

Election Day is a civic holiday where people cast their votes for government officials. This book introduces readers to the meaning of Election Day, and explains why this holiday is significant and why exercising the right to vote is an important part of being an involved citizen.

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Originally named Washington's Birthday, the February holiday of Presidents' Day has since been broadened to include a celebration of Abraham Lincoln's birthday as well, since both men were born in this month. This title introduces readers to the achievements of these great men and explains why they are celebrated on this important day.

Describes the secular and religious origins of Easter and Easter symbols such as eggs, bells, and the Easter bunny. Also includes games, recipes, stories, and related projects.

Fasting, praying, and charitable acts mark the Islamic holiday of Ramadan, which ends with the festival of Id-ul-Fitr when the fast is broken. Readers of this book will learn the history and meaning of these holidays as well as the activities that take place during this reflective time of year.