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1. Black History Month

   In: Celebrate! Holidays in the U.S.A. Format(s): Text

   Black History Month is celebrated in February.

2. Hispanic Heritage Month

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   Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from September 15 to October 15 each year.

3. Creating and Adapting Materials for a Multilevel Class

   In: American English Webinars Format(s): Text, Video

   This session, "Creating and Adapting Materials for a Multilevel Class," focuses on how to help students of all levels learn by means of motivating and engaging activities.

4. Classroom Activities

   In: English Teaching Forum 2012, Volume 50, Number 3 Format(s): Text

   This "Classroom Activities" features three stand-alone language-learning activity related to the theme of summer.

5. President's Day

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   This federal holiday is formally called "Washington's Birthday" and is celebrated on the third Monday in February.

6. Independence Day

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   Americans celebrate Independence Day on July 4 because on July 4, 1776, the Continental Congress approved the Declaration of Independence, officially breaking bonds with England and forming a new independent nation, the United States of America.

7. Chinese New Year

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   Chinese New Year is one of the most important and festive Chinese holidays. More than 2.5 million people of Chinese descent live in the United States and Chinese New Year's celebrations provide an important connection to Chinese culture and heritage.

8. Mother's Day and Father's Day

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   Mother's Day is celebrated on the second Sunday in May and Father's Day is recognized on the third Sunday in June.

9. Women's History Month

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   Women's History Month is celebrated in March with special programs and activities in schools, workplaces, and communities.

10. Asian Pacific American Heritage Month

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    Asian Pacific American Heritage Month originated with a congressional bill.

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