Makematic
Presidents’ Day
Learn about the origins of Presidents’ Day, a federal holiday dedicated to honoring George Washington and all U.S. Presidents.
Wonderscape
The Evolution of President's Day
Presidents' Day originated as a celebration of George Washington’s birthday, officially becoming a federal holiday in 1885. Over time, the holiday evolved to recognize Abraham Lincoln and other U.S. presidents, with the 1971 Uniform...
Curated Video
Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular Lights Up A Zoo!
Everyone could use a few more smiles in their daily lives…and watching a funny video will often do the Trick... or Treat! OnlyGood TV celebrates Halloween with videos that highlight all the costumes, candies, and things that go bump in...
Curated Video
Rhode Island Zoo Glows with 1000's of Jack-O-Lanterns
Everyone could use a few more smiles in their daily lives…and watching a funny video will often do the Trick... or Treat! OnlyGood TV celebrates Halloween with videos that highlight all the costumes, candies, and things that go bump in...
Reading Through History
What is Earth Day?
This is a remake of our earlier Earth Day video. For teaching materials to cover the world's holidays, click here: http://amzn.to/2fRp5K3 *** Like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/ReadingThroughHistory/ Follow us on Instagram:...
One Minute History
038 Tamales - One Minute History
Tamales originated in Meso-America. In times of war, masa, a corn-based dough was an easily portable food for the Mayan, Inca and Aztecs. The Tamale was served to the Spanish during the Inquisition, and eventually brought to what is now...
Makematic
Memorial Day
Every year on Memorial Day the country honors those who died while serving in the military. In this video, learn about how Memorial Day became a federal holiday.
HISTORY Channel
History of Labor Day
Labor Day, its parades and picnics, has become a marker for the end of summer vacation. Introduce kids to the key people and events involved in the creation of this national holiday with a video that provides a brief overview of the...
Other
Youtube: Holidays for Kids: Veteran's Day, President's Day, Memorial Day
Video and photographs taken from Washington, D.C. to show why Veteran's Day, President's Day, and Memorial Day are important with suggestions of ways to celebrate each of the holidays. [7:20]
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You Tube: History Channel: History of the Holidays Labor Day
While you take your three day weekend, remember those who struggled to get Friday and Saturday off. [3:13]