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"Every year on October 31, the same three words can be heard in small neighborhoods, big cities, and even busy apartment buildings: "Trick or treat!" They're said by kids dressed up as witches, ghosts, princesses, superheroes, and almost anything else you can imagine. Those words mean it's Halloween-a day of costumes, candy, and all things creepy"--
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""It's the most wonderful time of the year..." This is the opening line to one of the most popular songs about the Christmas season, and for many people, it's the truth. The days, weeks, and even months surrounding Christmas are filled with parties, gifts, and the laughter and love of family and friends. How did these traditions start, and what are we really celebrating on December 25? Keep reading to find out!"--
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Day of the Dead, or Día de Muertos, is a holiday that's growing in popularity in the United States, but it has its roots in ancient Mexico. Readers learn fun facts about the history of this holiday and its many symbols, including marigolds, skulls, and skeletons. As they read, they are encouraged to develop a deeper appreciation for the diversity of ways we celebrate life, loved ones, and those who have left us. Informative main text is paired with...
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"Many different groups of people have holidays that celebrate the victory of light over darkness. For example, the Jewish people celebrate Hanukkah every winter. They think of it as a festival, or celebration, of lights. Another popular festival of lights is Diwali. It's known mainly as a Hindu holiday, but it's also celebrated by people who follow the belief systems of Jainism and Sikhism. There are many stories and traditions connected to this festival...
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"Some holidays are celebrated on one day every year. Others have celebrations that last longer. One of these holidays is Hanukkah, which lasts for eight days and nights. Hanukkah is a special holiday for Jewish people around the world. It begins on the 25th day of the Hebrew, or Jewish, month called Kislev, which is in either November or December on the Western calendar used in many places around the world, including the United States"--Provided by...
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"At its center, Juneteenth is a celebration of freedom. It's a holiday that connects Black Americans with the history of enslaved people in the United States. It encourages them to come together and work toward a future where freedom means more than just not being enslaved. It means equality"--
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"Kwanzaa is based on seven principles that aid those celebrating in looking at their past and heritage. They think about who they are now and use this knowledge to plan for a bright future. The holiday's founder, Maulana Karenga, believes that the message of Kwanzaa is universal: "Any message that is good for a particular people speaks not just to that people. It speaks to the world.""--
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"What are you thankful for? That question is asked a lot on Thanksgiving-a day set aside for thinking about the things in our lives we're grateful for. Many people are thankful for their family and friends, and they share a meal with them on this special day. Thanksgiving dinner is a popular tradition throughout the United States, and the roots of this holiday reach all the way back to the time before this country was founded"--
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"People from different cultures often celebrate different holidays. Learning about those holidays can help us learn more about what's important to different groups of people. For example, people from Mexico and Latin America celebrate a holiday called Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead. When people think of this holiday, they often think of skulls, flowers, and fancy altars. However, the meanings behind all of these parts of the holiday show...
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"Every year on November 11, Americans celebrate Veterans Day. This is a day set aside to honor veterans-people who've served in the military. Some veterans fought in wars, while others served their country during times of peace. Veterans Day celebrates all of these brave people. It's important to learn about what veterans have done for their country so you can better understand why this day is so special"--
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