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History of Valentines Day for Kids

In various parts of the world, February 14th means the arrival of a special holiday – Valentine’s Day.  In the United States, Canada, Mexico, the United Kingdom, France, and Australia, red hearts appear on cards, roses spring up in florists’ shops, and...

History of Black Cats and Crows of Halloween

It is October and Fall has slowly and silently crept in on chilly breezes and frosty nights.  Stealthily, inch by inch and degree by degree, Mother Nature has lowered the temperature and darkened the nights.  Dusk descends quickly at this time of year and...

Halloween Traditions Around the World

Autumn has arrived in many parts of the world and with it a noticeable shift in the wind.  Days are shorter, nights are longer, and breezes are cooler.  Deep green leaves turn flaming red, orange, and yellow before drifting slowly down to Earth. ...

History of Groundhog Day for Kids

For a moment, imagine it is winter and together with your friends and family you’ve gathered in a busy town square. The air is very cold and you’re bundled up in big coats, warm gloves, and thick knit hats. Your cheeks are rosy red and you can see your breath fill the...

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