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=1st Grade Social Studies - Holidays and Observances=

**Websites**
> Veterans Day celebrates the sacrifices and commitments of the men and women in the air force, navy, marines, army, and coast guard. The program highlights the ways in which people honor America's veterans during the November holiday and provides a brief historical analysis of World War One, World War Two, and the Korean War. From parades to community-sponsored gatherings, the presentation captures the spirit of this commemorative day. > >
 * Discovery Education Video: U.S. Celebrations Investigate the history and celebration of holidays in the United States, including Martin Luther King, Jr. Day; Presidents' Day; Memorial Day; Independence Day; Labor Day; Columbus Day; Veteran's Day; and Thanksgiving Day.
 * Discovery Education Video: Holiday Facts and Fun: Veterans Day Veterans Day celebrates the sacrifices and commitments of the men and women in the air force, navy, marines, army, and coast guard. The program highlights the ways in which people honor America's veterans during the November holiday and provides a brief historical analysis of World War One, World War Two, and the Korean War. From parades to community-sponsored gatherings, the presentation captures the spirit of this commemorative day.
 * Discovery Education Video: Holiday Facts and Fun: Valentine's Day This video traces the roots of the holiday and tells the story of St. Valentine. It explains the history of Valentine’s Day cards, and explains other traditions of the holiday, including Cupid, hearts, arrows, and the meaning of various kinds of flowers. It shows how the holiday is celebrated, including games played on Valentine's Day.
 * Discovery Education Video: Holiday Facts and Fun: Kwanzaa The video takes viewers into the homes of celebrants for a detailed look at how Kwanzaa is observed. It features, also, the world’s largest community celebration of the holiday, where traditional African music, art and dance take center stage.

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