National/Federal Holidays

A national holiday is a holiday that celebrates an important event or person in America’s

history.By: Ben McNameeJacoby Thornsbury

Brett Coleman

Columbus Day• This holiday is celebrated for

Christopher Columbus.• It is celebrated on second Monday in

October.• He discovered America. And prove

the world was round.• Celebrated closings, parades, and

learn about in school. We also have sales.

Thanksgiving• Celebrated on fourth Thursday in

November.• Pilgrims and Indians celebrated it

on the first Thanksgiving.• We give thanks, have a big feast,

and all schools close

Martin Luther King Jr.

• It is celebrated for Martin Luther King Jr.

• It is celebrated on the third Monday in January

• He gave the “I have a dream” speech

• Some schools close. All government offices close

President’s Day• This holiday is celebrated on the

third Monday in February.• It is celebrated for the presidents

especially President Washington and Lincoln

• Some banks, government offices, and schools close for this day.

Memorial Day• Memorial Day is celebrated on the

last Monday in May• It is celebrated for all fallen

veterans and loved ones• We celebrate it by having

cookouts, closing of offices and some schools

Independence Day• This holiday is celebrated on the

4th of July• It is celebrated to honor America’s

birthday and the signing of the Declaration of Independence

• We celebrate by having cookouts and having firework shows.