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Japanese National Tourism Office: Japan in Depth: Holidays, Occasions, Events
A list of the main holidays and festivals held throughout Japan each year, along with illustrations of decorations, foods, and tokens used in the celebrations of these events.
United Nations
United Nations: October 24th, United Nations Day
The United Nations is an intergovernmental organization of independent states that was formed to promote international peace and security. United Nations Day marks the anniversary of the 1945 UN Charter.
Smithsonian Institution
National Museum of American History: America on Stone
Features an extensive collection of lithographs that portrays everyday life in the 19th century and attitudes about race and ethnicity. These prints play a major role in helping us understand America's past. Subjects covered include...
Ducksters
Ducksters: Holidays for Kids: National Freedom Day
Kids learn about National Freedom Day. This site discusses the history and facts about this holiday which commemorates the 13th amendment.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Holidays for Kids: National Teacher Day
Kids learn about National Teacher Day. The history and facts about this holiday celebrating our teachers.
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Pacer Center: National Bullying Prevention Center: Kids Against Bullying
Information and media resources for learning about bullying: games, polls, webisodes, petitions, and contests.
National Geographic Kids
National Geographic Kids: First Thanksgiving
National Geographic recounts the first Thanksgiving and offers related activities, games, and web links.
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Nanowrimo: National Novel Writing Month for Young Writers (November)
This is a young writers program offering information and resources for young writers and educators.
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International Day of Peace
The International Day of Peace, a.k.a. "Peace Day" provides an opportunity for individuals, organizations and nations to create practical acts of peace on a shared date.
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Barbados Government Information Service
This is the official communications service of the Barbados Government. Besides providing public information to the news media and the people of Barbados, there is also discussion on its government structure, society, history, geography,...
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Barbados Government Information Service
This is the official communications service of the Barbados Government. Besides providing public information to the news media and the people of Barbados, there is also discussion on its government structure, society, history, geography,...
A&E Television
History.com: The History of Labor Day
Learn all about this National holiday started in 1894 that celebrates how we value work in America presented by History.com.
PBS
Pbs News Hour Extra: Martin Luther King Day Came Out of Legislative Struggle
Now a national call to service day, Martin Luther King Day actually began as a day of commemoration for King despite some opposition from various states and representatives. Also of interest, be sure to click: "How does a bill become a...
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National Ww Ii Museum New Orleans: My Memorial Day
A look at Memorial Day and why it is celebrated. Find a PDF file with facts on Memorial Day and ten ways to observe it.
Other
Odyssey: Teacher Zone: Middle East: Israel/palestinian Territories Stay
This teaching unit is based upon a "teacher trek" to the area in 2000 and focuses on essential questions on the nature of conflict. Activities are offered to help students explore the religion, holidays and culture of this region....
A&E Television
History.com: Cinco De Mayo
Provides a detailed history of Mexico and why we celebrate the Mexican National holiday of Cinco de Mayo. Links to related video clips are included.
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South Africa Government Online
The official portal to the South African government includes information on: government leaders, services, key issues, national departments, and the current news. Of definite interest is the tab entitled About SA. There you will find...
Tramline
Virtual Field Trip: Windows on the World
At this site you will find interactive activities, maps, photos, and even audio and video clips for studying the cultures of the world.
English Zone
English zone.com: Father's Day
The origins of how Father's Day became a national holiday are discussed on this site.
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