So, What IS Labor Day Anyway?

Labor Day marks the unofficial end of summer. People enjoy the day off from work and school, have picnics, kick back with a drink or go to the beach. But unlike the Fourth of July, Memorial Day, or Christmas, few can tell you WHY it’s a holiday in the first place.

So, here’s the 411 from History.com.

Gather the kids around and give them (and yourself) a quick step back in time and learn something new.