Posts Tagged ‘United States’
Teaching Resources for Giving Thanks: A Native American Good Morning Message
Mohawk parents have traditionally taught their children to start each day by giving thanks to Mother Earth. “To be a human being is an honor, and we offer thanksgiving for…
Read MoreThe Name Jar Teaching Resources
The Name Jar by Yangsook Choi Being the new kid in school is hard enough, but what happens when nobody can pronounce your name? Having just moved from Korea, Unhei…
Read MoreMemorial Day
Memorial Day, observed on the last Monday of May, commemorates all men and women who have died in military service for the United States.
Read MoreElection Day (US)
Voters in the United States elect a new President every four years.
Read MoreAloha Festivals
Aloha Festivals occur annually all over the state of Hawaii. These festivals are celebrated to acknowledge and preserve the unique traditions of the Hawaiian Islands. The celebrations are enjoyed for…
Read MoreLittle League World Series
The Little League World Series, an annual baseball tournament in the United States for children 10 to 12 years of age, will be held from August 18 to August 29…
Read MoreCalle Ocho Festival
The Calle Ocho festival takes place annually in Miami, Florida. The carnival takes place along the Calle Ocho strip and features street vendors, music and dancing. The festival began in…
Read MoreNational Freedom Day
National Freedom Day is observed in the United States to honor the signing of the resolution that outlawed slavery. This is a day for all Americans to reflect on the…
Read MoreVeteran’s Day, US
Veteran’s Day is an American holiday that honors military veterans (people who served in the U.S. Armed Forces).
Read MorePresidents’ Day
Presidents’ Day, celebrated annually on the third Monday in February, honors all the presidents who have served in the United States.
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