The American Holidays and Celebrations series explores some of the most important holidays and celebrations observed in the United States. This series highlights the historical, cultural, social, and political background of each holiday or celebration, while also showcasing the many ways in which it is commemorated across the country.

Examines the history of Veterans Day and describes some of the ways that this holiday is celebrated.

Examines the history of Memorial Day and describes some of the ways that this holiday is celebrated.

The American Holidays and Celebrations series explores some of the most important holidays and celebrations observed in the United States. This series highlights the historical, cultural, social, and political background of each holiday or celebration, while also showcasing the many ways in which it is commemorated across the country.

Examines how Christmas is celebrated in the Latin American culture, describing various traditions and festivities, such as Las Posadas--which celebrates Mary and Joseph's search for shelter--and Los Tres Reyes Magos--which celebrates the three wise men.

Examines the history of Columbus Day and describes some of the ways that this holiday is celebrated.

Learn about this Muslim holiday.

The American Holidays and Celebrations series explores some of the most important holidays and celebrations observed in the United States. This series highlights the historical, cultural, social, and political background of each holiday or celebration, while also showcasing the many ways in which it is commemorated across the country.

"The traditional clothing of Native Americans reveals much about the resources that were available to their ancestors, the climate in which they lived, their customs, and their creativity with textiles. This helpful guide to the clothing of several native peoples features different apparel worn by a variety of communities across America. Carefully chosen photographs support the interesting information in the engaging and meticulously researched text....

"Native Americans hunted, fished, farmed, gathered, and raised animals for food. Depending on where they lived, this meant one people's diet could be vastly different from another people's. Food is always an interesting and motivating topic, one that readers can relate to no matter their background. Readers will find this volume especially thought-provoking as they learn about the culinary dishes and traditions of a variety of native peoples across...