Picture an Independence Day picnic or a Memorial Day parade. These celebrations are fun, but they have important meanings for Americans, too.
The Fourth of July reminds us how much we value freedom. A Memorial Day parade honors soldiers who have died fighting for the United States.
The U.S. government has declared Independence Day, Memorial Day, and other days as national holidays. On these days, people celebrate important events in U.S. history or honor people who have served our country. These holidays help Americans remember our traditions and values. They also bring people together as a community.
