Learning extensions

November is Native American Heritage Month. The month is a time to celebrate rich and diverse cultures, traditions, and histories and to acknowledge the important contributions of Native people.

Diwali (say “de-VAH-lee”) is a holiday celebrated around the world that got its start in India.

It’s a harvest festival, but it's also an important religious celebration for Hindus, Jains and Sikhs.

Even people who don’t belong to those three religions celebrate Diwali in India and other places in south Asia. It’s like Thanksgiving and New Year’s Eve combined!

International Dot Day is a celebration of creativity inspired by The Dot written and illustrated by Peter H. Reynolds. It is a day to think about ways in which we can use our special talents to make the world a better place.

Use these resources to celebrate Dot Day on September 15th-ish!

No matter who you are, what you look like, or where you are from, just be who you are!

Use these resources to celebrate #BEWHOYOUAREDAY on September 30th!

National Hispanic Heritage Month is a period from September 15 to October 15 in the United States for recognizing the contributions and influence of Hispanic Americans to the history, culture, and achievements of the United States.

Use these resources to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month!

March is Women's History Month – commemorating and encouraging the study, observance and celebration of the vital role of women in American history.

Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing the central role of blacks in U.S. history.

Learn about Holidays around the World with books, articles, games, songs, art & more.

Italian American Heritage Month is celebrated every October to honor and recognize the centuries of achievements, successes, and valuable contributions of Italian immigrants and Italian Americans.

Use these resources to celebrate Italian American Heritage Month!