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1) Columbus Day
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Introduces Columbus Day, explaining the historical events behind it, how it became a holiday, and how it is observed.
2) Labor Day
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Introduces Labor Day, explaining the historical events behind it, how it became a holiday, and how it is observed.
4) Memorial Day
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Introduces Memorial Day, explaining the historical events behind it, how it became a holiday, and how it is observed.
6) Veterans Day
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Introduces Veterans Day, explaining the historical events behind it, how it became a holiday, and how it is observed.
8) Earth Day
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Introduces the holiday Earth Day, its history, and how it is celebrated.
13) Cinco de Mayo
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Discusses the holiday Cinco de Mayo, celebrated by Mexicans and Mexican Americans in remembrance of the Mexican army's defeat of the French army in Pubela, Mexico, in 1862.
16) Halloween
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Presents background information on the origins and traditions of customs related to the celebration of Halloween.
17) Juneteenth Day
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Describes the holiday known as Juneteenth Day, which has roots in Texas and which celebrates the end of slavery in the United States.
18) New Year's Day
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A basic introduction to how and why New Year's Day is celebrated as a holiday.
20) Valentine's Day
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Presents background information on the origins of customs related to the celebration of St. Valentine's Day.
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