Holidays and Celebrations

Celebrations in the United States are diverse and exciting. Through lively illustrations and reader-friendly text, this series explores some of our best-known patriotic, religious, and traditional holidays--including the roots, traditions, and festivals associated with each. As young readers learn more about these popular holidays, they'll be reminded of the many cultures and points of view that contribute to our nation's identity. Additional features to aid comprehension include a poetry section, suggested activities, table of contents, a glossary, informative captions and sidebars, sources for further research, an index, and an introduction to the author and illustrator.