Fireworks

What do you do on the Fourth of July? Some kids like to have a picnic. Many people like to set off fireworks.

Fireworks first began in China. They are very old. Later, fireworks went to Europe. Men set them off when they won a war.

Fireworks have bright colors. They can be red and blue and green and white. They can be small. They can be very big. They can be quiet or loud.

Many towns set off fireworks on July 4^th. On that day, we won a war against England and became free. Now, we light fireworks as a symbol of winning the battle. But fireworks have hurt kids. Fires have burned down trees. Be careful!