Cinco de Mayo is Spanish for the fifth of May. The fifth of May is a significant day for Mexicans, being the anniversary of the Battle of Puebla, a battle between Mexican and French forces which has become symbolic of …[Continue]
May Resources
Welcome to May! Spring is finally here in the Northern Hemisphere, while the Southern Hemisphere greets the welcome relief of autumn. Snow is melting, flood preparations are underway, green is showing up everywhere. Spring! May is National Flower Month (May, …[Continue]
April Resources
Welcome to April! We know that April showers bring May flowers … spring is definitely in the air in the Northern Hemisphere! It brings with it the great spring holidays, full of promise and life and joy. We start off …[Continue]
June Resources
Welcome to June! It’s hard to believe that 2016 is almost half over already. Many school children are already enjoying their summer vacation, while others can’t wait for the end of this month. Did you know that June is Dairy …[Continue]
History of St. Patrick’s Day
St. Patrick’s Day, St. Paddy’s Day or just Paddy’s Day is a yearly festival of celebrations around the world. It is an annual feast that celebrates Saint Patrick who was one of the patron saints of Ireland. We celebrate St. …[Continue]
Presidents’ Day Resources
With Black History Month and Valentine’s Day (and my Dad’s birthday!) February seems to have an extra helping of holidays and celebrations. And now, fast on the heels of Valentine’s Day, Presidents’ Day is just around the corner. Here’s a …[Continue]
10 Facts about Groundhog Day
Groundhog Day is February 2nd of every year. According to legend, if the groundhog comes out of his burrow on February 2nd and sees his shadow, there will be 6 more weeks of winter. If the groundhog doesn’t see …[Continue]
About Thanksgiving
We get a great four-day weekend at the end of November in which we celebrate the holiday of Thanksgiving. Besides needing a time to eat too much, watch parades, and watch football, why is it that we celebrate this holiday? …[Continue]
