People celebrate Christmas with family and friends. It is a time of peace, joy, and happiness. It is also a time of fun!

This book describes Constitution Day, the celebration of the U.S. Constitutional Convention signing the Constitution on September 17, 1787, presenting information on the holiday's creation by Congress in 2004, the Constitution Day projects taught in schools, the cities' celebrations, and more.

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.

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.

Introduces the Jewish festival of Passover, and discusses its origins, preparations for the holiday, the foods people eat--and do not eat--at Passover, and the special holiday feast, the seder.

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.

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.

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.