Holiday Wonders

Santa is coming! Get ready for lots of gifts! Learn how people enjoy this holiday with their family and friends. Read about the history and traditions of Christmas, too. More →

Get ready to have lots of fun! Cinco de Mayo is a day of music, dancing, food, and parades. Learn how people celebrate Mexican culture on this day. Read about this holiday’s history, too. More →

It’s time for an Easter egg hunt! Easter eggs are a colorful symbol of new life. Learn how people enjoy this special day with their family and friends. Read about Easter’s history and its… More →

Trick or treat! Wear your favorite costume on Halloween. Learn how people enjoy this spooky holiday every year. Read about Halloween’s history and symbols, too. More →

It’s the Festival of Lights! Each night during Hanukkah, people light candles on a menorah. Read about the many ways people celebrate this Jewish holiday every year. Learn about Hanukkah’s… More →

It’s the Fourth of July! Americans celebrate their freedom and independence. Learn how people enjoy this day with lots of red, white, and blue. Read about this holiday’s history and symbols, too. More →

Kwanzaa is a time of unity. This weeklong holiday honors African heritage and culture. Learn how people celebrate this holiday with their family and friends. Read about this holiday’s history More →

This important holiday honors the life of Martin Luther King Jr. Learn how people honor his work with speeches, parades, and marches. Read about his life and beliefs, too. More →

Memorial Day honors people who died while serving in the military. Learn how people honor their sacrifice on this important day. Read about this holiday’s history and symbols, too. More →

Green is all around on St. Patrick’s Day! Learn how people celebrate the culture of Ireland on this fun day. Read about the holiday’s history and symbols, too. More →

Get ready for a big feast! Thanksgiving is a day to share meals and give thanks. Learn how people enjoy this day with their family and friends. Read about this holiday’s history and symbols, too. More →

Love is all around! Valentine’s Day is a day of love and friendship. Learn how people enjoy this day with their family and friends. Read about this holiday’s history and symbols, too. More →