First Birthday in December
Making a holiday-season first birthday feel special, not lost.
Tag: holiday history
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From Bells and Bonfires to Backyard Picnics: How the Fourth of July Became a Family Holiday
The Fourth of July began with ringing bells, toasts and public readings. Here is how it grew into a picnic-and-parade family holiday, and how to share the story with little ones. Read more
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Juneteenth Family Gatherings: Sharing the Day’s History With Young Children
Juneteenth marks the day in 1865 when enslaved people in Texas learned they were free. Here is a short history of the holiday, its traditions and age-appropriate ways to share its meaning with young children. Read more
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Father’s Day in the Backyard: A Relaxed Gathering for Dads, Grandpas and Toddlers
Father’s Day began in Spokane more than a century ago and became a permanent national holiday in 1972. Here is a short history, plus ideas for a relaxed backyard gathering with dads and little ones. Read more
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How Mother’s Day Began: From Peace Campaigns to Breakfast in Bed
The American Mother’s Day began with a daughter’s campaign, and its founder later fought the holiday’s commercial side. Here is the short history, plus simple ways little ones can take part. Read more
