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1) Chanukah
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Introduces the history, customs, meaning, and celebration of Chanukah.
2) Halloween
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This book introduces Halloween traditions, costumes, and decorations.
3) Kwanzaa
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Introduces the history, customs, meaning, and celebration of Kwanzaa.
4) Diwali
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Introduces the Hindu holiday of Diwali, which takes place in the autumn, discusses the story of the hero Rama whose deeds it commemorates, and explains how it is celebrated.
5) Earth Day
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Introduces the holiday Earth Day, discussing its purpose and how it is celebrated.
6) Easter
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A simple introduction to Easter and some of the ways it is celebrated.
10) Chinese New Year
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A simple introduction to the traditions and festivities of Chinese New Year.
12) Election day
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Explains the importance of voting, different methods of voting, and how voting helps us take part in our government.
13) Memorial Day
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Introduces the history of Memorial Day and explains how it is observed today.
14) Presidents' Day
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Discusses the holiday known as Presidents' Day and the significant achievements of those presidents whom it honors, George Washington and Abraham Lincoln.
15) Veterans Day
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Explains the history of Veterans Day and why it is observed, and suggests ways of honoring veterans on this special day, such as flying the flag, attending parades, buying poppies, and visiting hospitals.
16) April Fool's Day
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Introduces the history of April Fools' Day and explains how it is observed today.
17) Cinco de Mayo
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Introduces young readers to the traditions and festivities of Cinco de Mayo.
18) Groundhog Day
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Introduces the history of Groundhog Day and explains how it is observed today.
19) Holi
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An introduction to the traditions and festivities of the Hindu festival called Holi.
20) Purim
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An introduction to the Jewish holiday of Purim, which commemorates Queen Esther of Persia and how she saved the Jews.
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