Dianne M MacMillan

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1) Mardi Gras

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MacMillan, Dianne M., 1943

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Explains the history and customs of Mardi Gras, the significance of the holiday, the many ways in which it is celebrated, and how the celebrations vary according to location.

2) Chinese New Year

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MacMillan, Dianne M

3) Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

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MacMillan, Dianne M

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Describes the life of Martin Luther King and the origin and celebration of the holiday in his honor.

4) Easter

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MacMillan, Dianne M

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An introduction to the religious and secular history, traditions, and celebrations of Easter.

5) Jewish Holidays in the Fall

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MacMillan, Dianne M

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Describes the various Jewish Holidays that take place in the fall, including Rosh Hashanna, Yom Kippur, Sukkot, Simchat Torah, and Shemini Atzeret.

6) Japanese Children's Day and the Obon Festival

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MacMillan, Dianne M

7) Tet: Vietnamese New Year

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MacMillan, Dianne M

8) Ramadan and Id al-Fitr

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MacMillan, Dianne M

9) Thanksgiving Day

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MacMillan, Dianne M

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Describes the history of Thanksgiving Day, how it came to be celebrated on the fourth Thursday in November, and the traditions associated with this holiday.

10) Mexican Independence Day and Cinco de Mayo

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MacMillan, Dianne M

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Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15-October 15)

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Provides background on the people and events that are commemorated on two important Mexican holidays, Independence Day and Cinco de Mayo, and describes how these holidays are celebrated.