Why It's a Holiday

About the Book

What does New Year’s Day have to do with a Roman god? Why is July 4th a special birthday? Why do we celebrate work by not working! And what kinds of spirits lived in Christmas holly? What do rabbits and eggs have to do with Easter? What holiday is the Jewish Thanksgiving? How did tree planting become a holiday?

What did wolves have to do with Valentine’s Day? Why do you dress up in costumes on Halloween? How did jack-o’- lanterns keep witches away?

You will become a wiz-kid finding out little known tidbits about the holidays we celebrate.

About the Author

Ann McGovern is a prize-winning author of 55 books for children, including STONE SOUP. Her books are translated and published worldwide. A tireless traveler who has visited every continent, McGovern credits her travels as inspiration for many books. She lives in New York City . She has four children and three grandchildren, scattered over the planet.