PBS
Pbs Newshour Extra: What Does Earth Day Mean Today?
This article explains what Earth Day is and why it was founded. It also presents criticisms of the holiday. Includes suggestions for things we can all do to take care of the Earth.
A&E Television
History.com: The History of St. Patrick's Day
This site goes far beyond answering the question, "Who was St. Patrick?" Read about the history and symbols of St. Patrick's Day, take online quizzes to test your knowledge of St. Patrick and Ireland, get special Irish recipes, and read...
A&E Television
History.com: The History of Veterans Day
Explore the history behind the annual holiday of Veterans Day which honors those who have served in the military during wartime. Links to related video clips are included.
The White House
The White House: Photo Gallery: Celebrating President's Day
This is a slideshow of important moments in the history of the American presidency. Includes photographs of presidential inaugurations, candid images of presidents and copies of inauguration day speeches.
National Constitution Center
National Constitution Center: Constitution Day
The observation of Constitution Day on September 17 is mandated for all publicly funded educational institutions. Find everything necesssary for celebrating the Constitution in class on this site.
Veterans Affairs Canada
Veterans Affairs Canada: A Day of Remembrance
This resource explains the reasons for a day dedicated to recalling the sacrifices of Canada's soldiers. Direct web links take students to pages that explain in concise language "Why Remember", "Whom Do We Remember", "What Should We...
Study Languages
Study Spanish: Days of the Week
Thorough explanation of days of the week, their plural forms, and their use with definite articles. Ample examples demonstrate this concept. A short test at the end of the lesson tests the student's mastery of this grammar principle.
DOGO Media
Dogo News: This Memorial Day Remember Our Fallen Heroes
Article reports on the history and significance of Memorial Day. Includes video.
Other
Earth Day Network
The official online home of Earth Day offers many resources regarding environmental education. Includes the latest news on environmental advocacy and how to take part in Earth Day each year.
Library of Congress
Loc: America's Story: The First Official Memorial Day
Learn about the history of America's first Memorial Day, celebrated in 1868. Includes historical photographs.
Other
Basic Judaism: Jewish Holy Days
This resource provides a great description of the various Jewish holy days. Read about the various holy days, when they occur every year, what the purpose of each of the holy days is, and how these special days are celebrated.
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College
Serc: Investigating Rotation: Why Is There Day and Night?
In this rotation activity, students investigate what causes day and night by participating in a classroom activity. Students will observe, question, and investigate how the relationship between the earth and sun causes day and night.
Other
North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences: Groundhog Day 2010 [Pdf]
Designed for Grades K-8, this teaching guide is chock-full of ideas for celebrating Groundhog Day, with activities like making shadow puppets, examining weather lore and studying cloud formations.
Other
Constitution Day
Constitution Day commemorates the formation and signing of the U.S. Constitution by thirty-nine brave men on September 17, 1787, recognizing all who, are born in the U.S. or by naturalization, have become citizens. Learn about each of...
E-learning for Kids
E Learning for Kids: Math: Music Center: Days of the Week and Area
Join Skip the kangaroo and help him decide the days of the week.
Schools of California Online Resources for Education
Score: President's Day
Find out about the achievements of President George Washington and President Abraham Lincoln. Includes links to President's day activities and information, plus resources for each president and a list of literature relating to each.
Other
All Crafts: Mothers Day Crafts Projects for Kids and Adults
A large set of links to interesting crafts and activities for celebrating Mother's Day.
US Environmental Protection Agency
Epa: Earth Day, April 22
Save the world one step at a time. A fantastic tribute to Earth Day events and what students, teachers and parents can do to make a difference by going green. Learn about the various activities across the country and discover how you can...
Teachnology
Teachnology: Earth Day Teaching Theme
Teachers in search of extra resources to help educate students on Earth Day will find an abundance of worksheets, lesson plans, activities and much more from Teachnology.
Teachnology
Teachnology: Father's Day Teaching Theme
Need some fresh resources to enhance teaching about Father's Day? Take some time to peruse the selection of worksheets, lesson plans, activities and more provided by Teachnology.
Teachnology
Teachnology: Valentine's Day Teaching Theme
Enhance classroom learning when focused on Valentine's Day with these excellent lesson plans, activities, crafts and much more provided by Teachnology.
Teachnology
Teachnology: St. Patrick's Day Teaching Theme
Enhance classroom learning with these excellent St. Patrick's Day resources including lesson plans, worksheets, crafts and much more.
Teachnology
Teachnology: President's Day Teaching Theme
Enhance teaching and learning about President's Day with these excellent resources including worksheets, activities, website extensions.
Teachnology
Teachnology: Mother's Day Teaching Theme
Enhance teaching and learning Mother's Day with these great resources including activities, crafts, and more.
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