Holiday Kids: History of the Calendar and New Year's Traditions Around the World

The video explores the history of the calendar, highlighting the transition from the Babylonian Akitu festival to the Julian and Gregorian calendars. It discusses New Year's traditions worldwide, including unique customs in Spain, Italy, and Japan. The video also covers New Year's resolutions, tracing their origins to the Babylonians, and examines US-specific traditions like the Times Square ball drop and college football games.

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