November Edition - Celebrations Around The World

The articles and artwork of each Tablet Jr. are created by the students of the diocesan academies/schools, and each month there is a new theme and a new school. St. Kevin Catholic Academy, Queens is this month’s school to showcase its journalistic skills. Enjoy reading the additional student submissions as well as using the Teacher Resources below. As we enter the Advent Season, let us pray that the Catholic Social Teachings guide us to be good citizens and people, as well as good Catholics.

Featured Articles
The Celebration of Hanukkah

Did you know that Hanukkah is a Jewish holiday? It is also called the Festival of Lights.

The Celebration of Thanksgiving

Is Thanksgiving celebrated all around the world? No, it is North American and one of my favorite holidays. How did Thanksgiving start?

The Epiphany in Italy

On January 6th, Italy's Feast of the Epiphany is a national public holiday. The Epiphany marks the end of the Christmas celebration.

Additional Articles
Celebrations Around the World
One of the celebrations around the world I would like to share with you today is the blessing of the Easter basket. This is a...
Jamaican Independence Day
Did you know that the United Kingdom colonized 16 countries? Jamaica was one of those countries until August 6, 1962, when they...
All About Korea’s New Year
I will tell you about Seollal/Korea’s new year for the Celebrations Around the World article! I hope you enjoy it!   ...
Diwali
Diwali (DI-vaa-lee) is the festival of light for "victory of good over evil.” It is one of the major religious festivals in...
Oxi Day
Oxi Day is celebrated in Greece and by Greeks worldwide on October 28th. Oxi Day is a special holiday for the Greeks because it...
Celebrations Around the World: Saint Patrick's Day
St. Patrick lived in the fifth century. He was born in Britain. He went to Ireland when he was sixteen. He had been kidnapped...
Dia De Los Muertos
For my celebration, I choose Dia De Los Muertos or sometimes called The Day Of The Dead. This celebration is commonly...
Artwork
Instructional Resource Guide

Print-rich materials that can motivate and engage students in class

About the Tablet Jr.

A collaboration between CTN and The Tablet Editorial staff, The Tablet Jr. includes stories written by middle-grade students from diocesan academies and schools as well as studen-created artwork. Additional elements include a question-and-answer column, a diocesan history column, fun activities such as word puzzles, and a news article written by a member of The Tablet staff.