1. Holidays in America
One of the most significant holidays is Independence Day – the Fourth of July.

2. Independence Day
One of the most significant holidays is Independence Day – the Fourth of July. This is the date the colonists declared independence from Great Britian. On July 4, 1776, the occasion was marked with the ringing of church bells and firing of cannons. Today, Americans celebrate with fireworks, parades, and family picnics.

3. Martin Luther King Day
The birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., the slain civil rights leader.
January 15th

4. Lincoln’s Birthday
Lincoln’s Birthday- the birthday of President Abraham Lincoln, who was responsible for ending slavery in the United States.
February 12

5. Washington’s Birthday
Washington’s Birthday- Birthday of the general who led our forces in the American Revolution and later became the first President
February 22

6. Memorial Day
A holiday developed after the Civil War to honor the nation’s war dead. Celebrated on the last Monday in May.
May

7. Labor Day
Celebrated on the first Monday in September, it honors working people.
September

8. Veteran’s Day
Anniversary marking the end of World War I. A day when America honors those who fought in past wars
September 11

9. Thanksgiving
Marks the thanks the Pilgrims gave after surviving their first year in the New World
November