A new title has been added to the series to celebrate as Canada turns 150 in 2017! Children will be swept away by the parades, the costumes, and the festive joy of the major celebrations… More →

Kung hay fat Choy means 'may you prosper' and is a greeting heard often during Chinese New Year. Chinese New Year, sometimes called Lunar New Year, is celebrated in Chinese communities… More →

Hang the stockings and sings some carols - it's Christmas time! Come inside and learn all about this popular seasonal celebration, from its ancient Christian roots to the holiday extravaganza More →

On May 5, 1862, a small group of Mexican forces defeated a powerful French army at the Battle of Puebla, one of history's most memorable fights for freedom. It is this victory that Mexicans,… More →

Each year on October 12th, millions of people in the United States celebrate Columbus Day. Celebrations include parades, songs, and special foods. The history of this celebration will engage… More →

On September 17, 1787, a handful of Americans signed a historic document that helped organize a structured government for the United States and recognized the rights of its citizens. This… More →

El Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) is the Mexican equivalent of All Saints' Day and All Souls' Day. It is a popular festival among Mexicans living in the United States and Canada. During More →

Thanksgiving explores in colorful detail this national holiday, from mashed potatoes and gravy to the religious observances. Learn the history of Thanksgiving, from its first pilgrim… More →

The 'festival of lights' is one of the most popular festivals in the Hindu calendar. Like most Hindu festivals, Diwali celebrates the triumph of good over evil. According to one legend Diwali More →

An annual celebration of awareness, Earth Day is designed to encourage people to take part in the preservation of their environment. Come inside Earth Day to learn the history of the event,… More →