An in-depth look at life for girls and women in America in 1904, discussing city and town life, social reform, new inventions, amusements, and more.

Describes life in early American villages, including colonial and Native American settlements, and examines various living history or recreated villages.

Describes the customs and beliefs connected to some of the special occasions celebrated in the United States, including the Pueblo Indian Corn Dance, the Fourth of July, and Kwanzaa. Includes recipes and related activities.

Offers the true story of the origins of Thanksgiving through a review of the first celebration between the Pilgrims and the Native Americans in Plymouth, Massachusetts in 1621 and other early festivals, the development of the modern holiday, and ways Americans of different origins celebrate.

Describes differences and similarities between holidays in the United States and Mexico, revealing facts about cultural and political history and emphasizing the unity the celebrations can bring.