Online Education of World Holidays

April Fool’s Day

• April Fool’s Day or All Fool’s Day: Learn about the history of April Fool’s Day and how playing practical jokes came to be.
• America’s Story: Brief history of April Fool’s Day and its origins from different countries. 
• Origin and History: Fun facts about the history of April Fool’s day and the holiday’s establishment around the world.

Armistice Day

• History of Armistice Day: This story of Armistice Day, also known as Veteran’s Day, is directed towards children for education on the holiday.
• Veterans Day Timeline: Timeline of events that occurred throughout history relating to Armistice Day, beginning in 1918,
• Remembrance Day: Symbols, ceremonies, and educational resources to help children learn about Armistice Day.

Buddhist Holidays

• An Introduction to Buddhism: Kids can learn about Buddhism, its place of origin, its founder, and more.
• Buddhist Festivals and Holidays: Learn about the many celebrations held throughout the world in dedication to Buddhism.
• The Mystic’s Wheel of the Year: List of celebrated Buddhist holidays for the entire calendar year.

Chinese New Years

• Kaboose New Year Crafts & Activities: Complete Chinese New Year crafts and participate in interactive activities to celebrate this holiday.
• Celebration of the Chinese New Year: Find information on family celebrations, the Lantern Festival, books, and traditional vs. modern traditions.
• Countdown to the New Year: Play this interactive game to count down to the Chinese New Year.

Christmas

• Christmas Tree Traditions & Folklore: Kids can learn about the true meaning of Christmas and common holiday traditions.
• Christmas All Around the World: Collection of Christmas celebrations and traditions from countries all around the world.
• The History of Christmas Carols: Learn about the history of Christmas carols and why we sing them during the holidays.

Cinco de Mayo

• Cinco History: Information on the Cinco de Mayo holiday, menudo recipes, and a photo gallery.
• History of Cinco de Mayo: Learn how the Cinco de Mayo tradition started by understanding the history that occurred on May 5, 1862.
• Mexican Activities for Kids: Find Mexican recipes, crafts, activities, and games surrounding the Cinco de Mayo holiday.

Dia de los Muertos

• Day of the Dead: Kids can learn about the Mexican Celebration Dia de los Muertos, also known as Day of the Dead.
• Dia de los Muertos: Discover the national holiday that celebrates the dead among the living.
• Dia de los Muertos Celebration: Information about the Fruitvale Festival that serves as a preservation of this traditional holiday.

Easter

• About Easter Sunday: Kids can learn about the real meaning of Easter and the traditions that we celebrate each year.
• History of Easter: Learn about the history of Easter and its connection with the Easter bunny and Easter eggs.
• Easter History and Facts: List of interesting facts about the Easter holiday and its origin.

Fourth of July

• Independence Day: Information on several aspects of the Fourth of July holiday, including fun facts and patriotic melodies.
• Activities and Crafts for July 4^th: Here you will find several Independence Day crafts and activities for preschool and elementary school children.
• 4^th of July Ideas: Large collection of fun activities for families to do together on the 4^th of July, including recipes, crafts, and patriotic picnics.

Islamic Holidays

• Major Islamic Holidays: List of celebrations for Muslims to celebrate around the world.
• Islamic Holidays and Observances: Learn about the meaning of Ramadan and find interesting facts on Islamic holidays and traditions.
• Crayola Holiday Crafts: Here you will find six holiday crafts to celebrate the Islamic New Year at sundown.

Jewish Holidays

• Jewish Holidays 101: Information on when the Jewish holidays begin, as well as a list of all the holiday dates.
• Jewish Learning: Learn about the various Jewish holidays, such as Rosh Hashanah, Tzom Gedaliah, and Yom Kippur.
• Introduction to Jewish Holidays: Categories including working on holiday and extra days of the Jewish holidays.

Kwanzaa

• Celebrating Kwanzaa: Kids can learn how to prepare for an official Kwanzaa holiday celebration.
• Learning about Our World: Brief history of Kwanzaa and what happens on each of the seven nights.
• An African-American Celebration: Learn about Kwanzaa, its seven principals, the colors, and the rituals of the holiday.

Labor Day

• The History of Labor Day: Information on Labor Day, such as its meaning, its founder, and how it became a nationwide holiday.
• Celebrating Labor Day: Learn about the origin of Labor Day and how its celebrations have changed over time.
• Labor Day Theme Unit: List of Labor Day themed projects, activities, and printables for reading comprehension.

St. Patrick’s Day

• St. Patrick’s Day Trivia Hunt: Resources to St. Patrick’s Day history, online stories, Blarney Stone, legends, Leprechauns, facts, and more.
• Shamrocks for St. Patrick: Learn who St. Patrick was and the legend behind the holiday.
• St. Patrick’s Day Theme Unit: Find printables for St. Patrick’s Day, including games, paper borders, stories, coloring pages, and more.

Thanksgiving

• You are the Historian: Interactive online investigation for children to learn about the origin of Thanksgiving.
• The First Thanksgiving: Learn about the first Thanksgiving at Plymouth and the holiday’s later significance.
• Pilgrim’s First Thanksgiving: Stories, printables, poems, crafts, songs, and educational resources about Thanksgiving.

Valentine’s Day

• History of Valentines Day: Learn about the history of Valentines Day, as well as obtain poems, recipes, gift ideas, jokes, and more.
• Valentine’s Day Origins: Information on the origin of Valentine’s Day, dating back to 5^th Century Rome.
• Popular Valentine’s Day Printables: List of fun and engaging Valentine’s Day activities and printables.

Veteran’s Day

• History of Veterans Day: Learn about the history of Veteran’s Day and its start after World War 1.
• Today in History: Information, interview, and photographs relating to Veterans Day and its tribute to these historic heroes.
• Veterans Day Coloring Sheets: Printable coloring sheets used to teach kids the history of Veterans Day.

Mexican Holidays

• Introduction to Mexican Holidays: Overview of several Mexican holidays, such as Las Posadas, Noche Buena, and Semana Santa.
• Holidays and Fiestas in Mexico: Calendar of important Mexican holidays and their dates throughout the year.
• Mexican Holiday Printables Lessons: List of lesson plans for educators to use while teaching children about Mexican holidays.

International Holidays

• Holidays by Country and Religion: List of International holidays, categorized by the location.
• International Holidays: Learn about the many holidays that are celebrated throughout year in different countries.
• Worldwide Holidays, Festivals, and Celebrations: Search for holidays, festivals, and celebrations and their dates by country.