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Students meet Phil, the famous weather-predicting groundhog from Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, as they learn about the history of this popular legned. They see how this holiday is celebrated and discover fascinating information about the science behind the change of seasons, hibernation and shadows.
4) Thanksgiving
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Children learn the story behind the first Thanksgiving celebration. They visit Plimoth Plantation. Nanticoke tribe dancers re-create the sense of excitement and wonder the Pilgrims must have felt upon meeting Native Americans. Children learn an Abnaki tribe myth on the origin of corn that teaches the importance of sharing resources.
5) Columbus Day
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"On Columbus Day, we honor the accomplishments of Christopher Columbus as well as the spirit of discovery, but some people wonder whether this is a holiday that should be celebrated at all. Children will learn about Columbus and his voyages, as well as the controversy surrounding his explorations of the Americas. While he opened up the Americas to exploration and settlement from Europe, it was at a great cost to the native peoples already living there....
6) Earth Day
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Combines traditional music, illustrated folk tales, creative animation and interactive arts and crafts segments to teach students about Earth Day. Earth Day celebrates the many things that we can all do to help keep the Earth clean and healthy. Students will learn the story behind the first Earth Day in 1970, and different ways to celebrate it, from recycling to composting to planting trees.
8) Arbor Day
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Teaches children about the importance of respecting and maintaining the splendor and resources of our environment. Explores the importance of trees to the pioneers. Children can discover their own passion for nature as they learn about the legend of Johnny Appleseed and the real-life sotry of J. Sterling Morton, the founder of Arbor Day.
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Students find out how Presidents Day is celebrated today and learn about the history of George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. Through stories, songs and crafts, students learn more about how the president is elected, his or her responsibilities, and the nation's most famous home, the White House.
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