作者: Carol Gnojewski

Students will learn about the history, customs, and practices of this Mexican holiday. …

Get your readers ready to decorate their homes and wear something green, because on St. Patrick’s Day, everyone can be Irish. Students will learn about the origins of this festive holiday and follow …

Cinco de Mayo is a Mexican holiday that celebrates the country’s defeat of invading French forces during the Battle of Puebla. Readers of this volume will learn the history behind the holiday as well …

The United States celebrated the first Martin Luther King Jr. Day on January 20, 1986. There were marches, parades, and candlelight gatherings. Readers will learn about the life and accomplishments o …

One special night each year, at moonrise, Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic year, begins. During Ramadan, Muslims spend the entire month gathering as families and communities. They celebrate wi …

Madonna enjoys pushing the envelope, generating accolades and controversy with each cause and project to which she lends her fame. A pop culture icon for over 30 years, her ongoing artistic evolution …

First observed in 1966, Kwanzaa is the weeklong celebration of African traditions in American culture. Readers will be introduced to the black power movement of the last century and understand that t …

The Day of the Dead is a celebration honoring those who have left this world. Readers of this volume will understand the meaning behind the holiday as well as the costumes, decorations, food, and oth …

Kwanzaa is a unique holiday. It’s not only less than 60 years old, but also isn’t affiliated with any faith. Kwanzaa was created in the 1960s by a Black American for Black Americans to reconnect with …

Day of the Dead, or Dia 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 a …