In Independence Day, young readers will learn about this American holiday and the ways people celebrate it. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage emergent readers as they explore this unique holiday.

n many countries, Independence Day celebrates a nation’s birth. People in the United States celebrate Independence Day on the Fourth of July. People all across America enjoy parades, picnics, and colorful fireworks displays. Take a trip around the world and learn what people in other places do to observe Independence Day. Listening to music, dancing, playing games, dressing in patriotic colors, and eating delicious foods are just a few of the things people do in honor of their country’s special day. En muchos paises, el Dia de la Independencia celebra el nacimiento de la nacion. En Estados Unidos se celebra el Dia de la Independencia el 4 de julio. Personas en todo Estados Unidos disfrutan de desfiles, comidas campestres y despliegues de coloridos fuegos artificiales. Viaja alrededor del mundo y aprende lo que hace la gente de otros paises para celebrar el Dia de la Independencia. Escuchar musica, bailar, organizar juegos, vestirse con colores patrioticos y comer comidas deliciosas, son solo algunas de las cosas que la gente hace para honrar ese dia en cada pais.

Introduces Independence Day, discusses the Declaration of Independence, and describes the different ways in which Americans celebrate the holiday, including the foods they eat, parades, and fireworks.

Contains material originally published in Independence Day #0 and Independence Day #1-2.

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Examines the history of celebrations of Mexican Independence Day on September 15. Describes historic celebrations in different parts of the country including Mexico City, San Luis Potosi, San Angel, and Puebla.