Independence Day, celebrated on July 4th in the United States, marks the anniversary of the country's declaration of independence from British rule in 1776, typically observed with fireworks, parades, and patriotic events. Articles are a unique way for readers to learn about the world around them. In addition to building reading comprehension skills and increasing vocabulary, articles can be used for writing and research. Each celebration is broken into 6 single-page sections: What is?, The Story Behind, Traditional Activities, Food, Clothing, and Words to Know.