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The History of Holidays.
Track #
8339
Annotations by:
Crystal Wheatley
Track Category
Grade(s):
Intermediate (3-4)
Middle (5-9)
High School (9-12)
Subjects(s):
Other
Last Modified:
Dec 1, 2006
Format:
Extended learning
Track Description
What is the history behind all of these holidays that we celebrate? In this lesson, students can learn information about holidays such as where and when they originated, who pushed to have them, and how they have changed over the years, as well as gain respect for these days. Today, many students, and adults, just see a holiday as a free day from school or work. This lesson will teach students to recognize and respect all of the historical events that occurred in order to give rememberance to these days.
