Celebrations in my world
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2) Christmas
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People celebrate Christmas with family and friends. It is a time of peace, joy, and happiness. It is also a time of fun!
6) Diwali
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Diwali is a five-day Hindu holiday. Hindu children look forward to Diwali all year long, it is one of Hinduism's most important holidays.
7) Earth Day
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Explores the history and reasons for the establishment of Earth Day.
8) Hanukkah
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Hanukkah is a holiday celebrated by people of the Jewish religion. Hanukkah lasts eight days and is celebrated in late November or early December, the date changes every year, during the celebration people light candles, eat special foods and sing songs.
9) Kwanzaa
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Kwanzaa is an African American holiday celebrated from December 26 to January 1, while celebrating Kwanzaa people eat delicious foods, wear special clothes, sing, dance, and celebrate their ancestors.
10) Passover
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Passover is a Jewish holiday that lasts eight days and is celebrated in March or April, the exact dates change from year to year.
11) Ramadan
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Ramadan is a month-long Muslim holiday. Ramadan is the most important holiday of the year. It is about giving to others and sharing with others.
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After counting down the school days, it is finally the 100th Day of School! Readers will love learning about how this popular milestone is celebrated in the classroom. This book includes fun and challenging activities that exercise both the mind and body. Children will enjoy learning how other children around the world celebrate this event.
13) Canada Day
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Learn the history behind this national holiday, celebrating the birth of a nation by Canadians from coast to coast. See the many different ways in which this multi-cultural nation recognizes this occasion with fireworks, music, food, a day-off work, and other special events.
14) Columbus Day
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Each year on October 12th, millions of people in the United States celebrate Columbus Day. Celebrations include parades, songs, and special foods. The history of this celebration will engage children and teach them about Christopher Columbus, the events of his voyage, and the discovery of the New World.
15) Election day
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Election Day is an important day when citizens choose a leader. But not every country has elections. Young readers will learn about democracy and its history, how a polling station works, and how votes are counted on election day.
16) Groundhog Day
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Introduces the history of Groundhog Day, and describes how it is observed in the United States.
18) Holi
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Each year during the beginning of spring, millions of Indian people celebrate Holi, also called the Festival of Colors. This two-day celebration includes important Hindu rituals and traditions. Students will love this fascinating introduction to one of the most colorful celebrations in the world!
19) Independence Day
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Independence Day, or the Fourth of July, is one of the most important days in the history of the United States of America. Discover how millions of Americans celebrate this national holiday each year.
21) Labor Day
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Labor Day is a national holiday that recognizes the important contributions of workers across North America. Celebrated every year on the first Monday of September, people who do all kinds of jobs, from factory work to health care, participate in parades, attend barbecues, and listen to speeches. This interesting book provides a look at the labor movement of the last century, the traditions and symbols of this special day, and how workers are recognized...
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Put on a mask and join the street party for Mardi Gras. Learn all about this colorful New Orleans' holiday, where people enjoy food and fun before the beginning of Lent, a period of reflection and giving up things we enjoy. Explore the history of Mardi Gras, and Carnival, and all its different customs taken from around the world!
24) New Year's Day
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Everybody celebrates New Year's Day - the beginning of a brand new year! From New Year's Eve to New Year's Day, people around the world have different customs to welcome in the new year. Learn the history of New Year's Day, and read about the fireworks, resolutions, and parades that make it so much fun!
25) Presidents' Day
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What began as a day to celebrate the birthday of George Washington, the first president of the United States of America, has grown to include every other president to serve as leader of the country. Learn all about Presidents' Day, from its earliest beginnings to how Americans celebrate this occasion today. Children will love this easy-to-understand introduction of this important national holiday.
26) Purim
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Dress like a king or queen, twirl your gragger, and make some noise--Purim is here! One of the happiest Jewish holidays on the calendar, this springtime holiday is celebrated with costume parties, parades, and special foods. Learn the story, customs, and good deeds that are celebrated on this religious holiday.
27) Remembrance Day
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Each year on November 11th, millions of people in Canada and other countries in the Commonwealth take time to remember the men and women who served their countries during times of war. This book describes how people around the world hold similar services featuring poppies, poems, and special prayers.
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Rosh Hashanah is often referred to as the Jewish New Year. Millions of Jewish people all over the world celebrate this holiday. The holiday usually occurs in September or October and includes the holiest Jewish day of the year, Yom Kippur, the day of repentance. Learn about how Jewish people eat special foods, reflect on the year gone by, and think about how they can improve in the year to come.
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On March 17th of each year, millions of people all over the world celebrate St. Patrick's Day. Taste the foods, hear the music, and dance the dances that make up his celebration. The history of this celebration will captivate children and teach them about Irish culture and traditions.
30) Sukkot
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Millions of Jewish people all over the world celebrate this autumn festival five days after Yom Kippur. The holiday usually occurs in September or October. Jewish people take time to remember how the ancient Israelites lived. Vibrant images and clear text guide children and help them learn about building and decorating a sukkah, or shelter, the importance of the four species, and the special foods eaten during Sukkot.
31) Valentine's Day
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Every February 14th, people celebrate love and friendship by exchanging cards, flowers, and gifts, all in the name of Saint Valentine. But who is this mysterious saint and why do we celebrate this holiday? Young readers will discover the meanings behind Valentine's Day symbols such as hearts, red roses, and cupid. Readers will also learn how people around the world celebrate this holiday.
32) Veteran's Day
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Veterans Day is a time to honor the men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces. On November 11th, services are held across the country dedicated to remembering those who made important sacrifices in the fight for peace and security. Young readers will learn about the soldiers this holiday celebrates and how the occasion is marked across the country.
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Victoria Day
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