Monthly Archives: May 2011
Walt Whitman
Walt Whitman was a famous poet – but did you know he was also a journalist, and deeply involved in the politics of the 19th century? Today, learn a little bit about his life, and read some of his poetry … Continue reading
Memorial Day
This date is a legal holiday in the US, and is set aside to honor all those who have died in battle, fighting for our freedom. Learn more about this holiday and ways to celebrate the holiday while honoring the … Continue reading
First Daily Newspaper
Extra! Extra! Read all about it! Have you heard THAT phrase before? It used to be shouted on the streets to encourage people to buy newspapers… Newspapers today are usually published daily – and sometimes weekly – and people read … Continue reading
Virtual Summer Camp
Not Sure What to Do with the Kids This Summer? Send Them to Summer Camp – Virtually! Old school dictates that parents wanting their children to experience “the outdoors,” make new friends, and stay active while learning new things, need … Continue reading
Sorry Day
On May 27, 1997, a Referendum was passed in Australia where 90% of the people voted to remove discrimination clauses in the Australian constitution against Indigenous Australians. In 1995 the Australian Government examined the practice of removing Aboriginal children from … Continue reading
Unit Studies
The unit studies approach is designed to give both in-depth and broad understandings of subjects revolving around some entire theme that interests the child. This integrated approach includes science, math, geography, art, music, history, language, literature, drama, and creative movement. … Continue reading
Star Wars
May 25 marks the anniversary of the first release of the movie, Star Wars. But why are we celebrating the release of a movie? Is it because Star Wars was named #15 on a list of the top 100 films … Continue reading
The Brooklyn Bridge
On May 24, 1883 President Chester Arthur and Governor Grover Clevland officially opened the Brooklyn Bridge before more than 14,000 spectators! The bridge crosses the East River, and connects Brooklyn with Lower Manhattan. While the engineering was a grand accomplishment, … Continue reading
World Turtle Day
There are about 250 species of turtles and tortoises… there are fresh water turtles, sea turtles, and tortoises – turtles that live on land! In celebration of World Turtle Day, take a look at turtles, learn about the endangerment of … Continue reading
Buckle Up
Buckle Up America is a campaign to encourage proper safety belt use — and is coordinated National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Seatbelts were first invented in the 1800s, and first appeared in the United States in the early 1900s… But … Continue reading
