Alamosa Public Library

"On June 19, 1865--more than two years after President Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation--the enslaved people of Texas first learned of their freedom. That day became a day of remembrance and celebration that changed and grew from year to year. Learn about the events that led to emancipation and why it took so long for the enslaved people in Texas to hear the news. The first Juneteenth began as "Jubilee Day," where families celebrated and learned...

Introduces Labor Day, discusses its history, and describes the different ways in which Americans celebrate the holiday.

Provides ideas and advice to plan a holiday party for children, covering the basics of party planning, and discussing possible themes, decorations, invitations, menus, and activities.

"Indigenous Peoples' Day is about celebrating! The second Monday in October is a day to honor Native American people, their histories, and cultures. People mark the day with food, dancing, and songs. Readers will discover how a shared holiday can have multiple traditions and be celebrated in all sorts of ways"--

Brief descriptions of several Hispanic holidays as they are celebrated in North, Central, and South America.

Readers will learn that it's important to recognize and be thankful for our nation's veterans. These people are willing to sacrifice their well-being for the sake of the entire country. This book features eye-catching photographs, accessible language perfect beginning readers, and a picture glossary to help develop expanding vocabularies.

Explore how cities across the United States celebrate Memorial Day.

A handbook of secular holidays, arranged by season, describing their origins, ways to celebrate them, and other pertinent facts.