Holidays
What holiday is America’s birthday?
Independence Day
Who was the first president of the United States?
George Washington
What food do families often eat on Thanksgiving?
Turkey
When is Independence Day?
July 4th
What do people do in parades on Independence Day?
Wave flags, march, and play music
What holiday honors workers in September?
Labor Day
Who is honored on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day?
Martin Luther King Jr.
What do people light on Christmas trees?
Lights and ornaments
When do we celebrate Labor Day?
September
What do communities do on Memorial Day to honor soldiers?
Place flowers on graves, hold ceremonies, have parades
What holiday remembers when the last enslaved people learned they were free?
Juneteenth
Who do we celebrate on President's Day?
All of the presidents!
What do people watch on New Year’s Eve to celebrate?
Fireworks
When is Memorial Day celebrated?
May
What do people often do at Thanksgiving to show gratitude?
Have a meal, share what they are thankful for
What holiday honors those who died while serving in the military?
Memorial Day
Who signed the Emancipation Proclamation that freed enslaved people?
Abraham Lincoln
What flower is a symbol of Memorial Day?
Poppy
What month is Veteran's Day celebrated?
November
How do people honor veterans on Veterans Day?
Thank them, parades/ceremonies
What two holidays are in November?
Veterans Day and Thanksgiving
Who do we celebrate for "finding America"
Christopher Columbus
What do people do on Election Day?
Vote
What day in June is Juneteenth Celebrated?
June 19th
How do families celebrate Christmas?
Have food, go caroling, give gifts, go to church