Finding out about holidays
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Chinese New Year: a time for parades, family, and friends
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Christmas--celebrating life, giving, and kindness
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Halloween: costumes and treats on All Hallows' Eve
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Hanukkah: celebrating the holiday of lights
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Thanksgiving Day: a time to be thankful
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Cinco de Mayo: celebrating Hispanic pride
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Earth Day: keeping our planet clean
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Veterans Day: remembering our war heroes
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In Texas, all slaves found out they were free on June 19, 1865. This day is known as Juneteenth. At first, it was a holiday in Texas, but now people celebrate Juneteenth all across the United States. Readers will learn about the history of the holiday as well as how it is celebrated today. In addition, they can prepare a delicious recipe for corn muffins and construct Juneteenth flag pinwheels to place in a garden, yard, or window.
17) Presidents' Day
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2017.
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IL: MG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
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Presents an overview of Presidents' Day, describing its origin and highlighting the achievements of such presidents as George Washington and Abraham Lincoln.
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Ramadan: a Muslim time of fasting, prayer, and celebration
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Day of the Dead: a Latino celebration of family and life
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