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Some of the special events that we learn about throughout the year. All images are from openclipart.org. This is a website with free to use images according to creativecommons.org. -
Labor Day
Labor Day is a day dedicated to the working people throughout the country. The purpose of having the day off is to honor the contributions all of the workers have made to the nation. History of Labor Day History 2 -
Patriot Day
Patriot Day is a day dedicated to those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001. Each year we remember the tragic events from that day. Presidential dedication of Patriot Day -
Constitution Day
Constitution Day commemorates the formation and signing of the U.S. Constitution by thirty-nine brave men on September 17, 1787. Constitution Day Website Constitution Day Activities and Lesson Plans -
First Day of Fall
The first day of Fall is marked by the Autumnal Equinox. This marks the official first day of the new season. **Not always does the weather correlate with the calendar beginning of a season. -
Columbus Day
Columbus Day is celebrated each year to commemorate the landing of Christopher Columbus in the New World. History of Columbus Day Columbus Day Activities -
Halloween
Halloween is a day celebrated every year on October 31st when people dress up in costumes and trick or treat around their neighborhood. History of Halloween -
Daylight Savings Time Ends
During this time of year the days are getting shorter. We set our clocks back one hour to account for it getting dark outside earlier. This brings us back to regular time versus Daylight Savings Time. -
Veteran's Day
Veteran's Day is a day each year that is dedicated to American veterans of all wars. History of Veteran's Day Veteran's Day Activities -
Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is the day each year that we celebrate the anniversary of The First Thanksgiving for the Pilgrims and Native Americans. National Geographic Kids First Thanksgiving Scholastic First Thanksgiving Activities Thanksgiving Resources -
First Day of Winter
The first day of Winter is marked by the Winter Equinox. This marks the official first day of the new season. **Not always does the weather correlate with the calendar beginning of a season. -
New Years Day
New Years Day is the first day of the new calendar year. -
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Every year we celebrate what Martin Luther King Jr. did during his lifetime. Every year, in January, we have a holiday, or day off from school and work. The reaason we are given this day off is to go out and serve our community in honor of what Martin Luther King Jr. did. MLK Day Website -
Groundhog Day
On February 2nd every year, Punxsutawney Phil is watched to see if he sees his shadow. According to legend, if Punxsutawney Phil sees his shadow, there will be six more weeks of winter weather. If he does not see his shadow, there will be an early spring. Official Groundhog Day Website -
Valentine's Day
Every year on February 14th, many Americans exchange candy, cards, or flowers with their loved ones. History of Valentine's Day -
President's Day
President's Day is to remember the legacy of the U.S. Presidents, especially George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. Links to President's Day Activities History of President's Day with Links to Individual President History -
Daylight Savings Time
The purpose of Daylight Savings Time is to make more use out of daylight. This is done by moving clocks ahead one hour. This takes the extra hour of daylight that would normally occur in the morning, when people would be sleeping, and moves it to the evening to allow people to do more activities after work during the summer hours when the weather is nice. What is Daylight Savings Time? -
St. Patrick's Day
St. Patrick's Day was initially meant to to celebrate the life of St. Patrick, but has transformed to become a day of celebrating Irish culture in general. Activities for St. Patrick's Day -
First Day of Spring
The first day of Spring is marked by the Spring, or Vernal, Equinox. This marks the official first day of the new season. **Not always does the weather correlate with the calendar beginning of a season. -
Mother's Day
Mother's Day is a day that is dedicated to all mothers. We celebrate Mother's Day by doing nice things for our mothers and thanking them for all they do for us. Information on Mother's Day Mother's Day Crafts Information and Crafts for Mother's Day -
Memorial Day
Memorial Day is celebrated to honor those who have died serving our country in the Armed Forces. History of Memorial Day -
Father's Day
Father's Day is a day that we honor all fathers by thanking them for all they do for us. History of Father's Day Father's Day Activities -
First Day of Summer
The first day of Summer is marked by the Summer Solstice. This marks the official first day of the new season. **Not always does the weather correlate with the calendar beginning of a season. -
Independence Day
Independence Day marks the anniversary of the signing on The Declaration of Independence. We often celebrate this day with fireworks. Activities for Independence Day
