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.

Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, and Yom Kippur, the day of atonement and forgiveness, are the two High Holidays of the Jewish calendar. Children are introduced to these solemn, reflective holidays through a traditional prayer and Tashlikh ceremony. They also learn about the symbolism of foods associated with these holidays, the special clothing that is worn, and the importance of the Torah and performing good deeds throughout the year.

Shows the sights and sounds of a traditional Chinese New Year celebration.

Explores several folk traditions from Costa Rica, Mexico and Ireland to explain some Halloween symbols, the origin of costumes and the custom of trick-or-treating. Children learn that, despite the many rituals surrounding the holiday, Halloween is a time to celebrate and honor the memory of loved ones past, and can be a time to talk about death and other subjects that may be frightening to them. The importance of Halloween safety is discussed.

Chidren are taken to the home of a Polish-American family, where they discover some of the festivities and traditions associated with the Easter Sunday celebration.

Focuses on both the legendary and religious stories of Christmas. Explores Christmas around the world, with emphasis on similarities of American traditions.

Explores the history behind Valentine's Day, and explains how certain traditions came to be associated with love and the rebirth of spring.

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.

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.

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.