American holidays
Everyday conversations: Holiday season in the U.S. [audio]
Practice American English by reading and listening to these real-world everyday conversations. Here, students discuss their plans for the holiday season.
During winter holidays, Americans rejoice, reflect and reach out to those...
American winter holidays are as diverse as the people who celebrate them. But they have a few things in common: reflection and reaching out to the needy.
Everyday conversations: Thanksgiving in the U.S. [audio]
Practice American English by reading and listening to these real-world everyday conversations. Here, students discuss celebrating their first Thanksgiving.
Why Americans give thanks over a shared meal [video]
Thanksgiving in the United States is a time to gather with family and friends, share a traditional meal, and express gratitude for the good things in life.
Why thousands of children won’t have to choose between faith and...
The Muslim holidays of Eid al-Adha and al-Fitr will be added to the New York city public school schedule, New York Mayor Bill de...