April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month. Distracted driving is driving while engaged in another activity that takes a driver's attention away from driving. It increases a person's chance of being involved in a motor vehicle collision. Every day, approximately eight people in the United States pass away and hundreds more are injured due to motor vehicle collisions involving a … [Read more...]
National Supreme Sacrifice Day
This Week In American History: March 18th is National Supreme Sacrifice Day. It is a day observed annually. A day of commemoration, it honors those who sacrificed their lives for the sake and good of others. The Day’s Origin Frequently, soldiers who served and perished in war are the ones who first come to mind when picturing heroes. However, hero celebrations originally began in … [Read more...]
International Day of Mathematics
International Day of Mathematics is celebrated every year on March 14th. The day is also known as Pi Day. The mathematical constant Pi is approximately 3.14 so the day's nickname is fitting. Worldwide, people participate in math activities to celebrate this day. History of International Day of Mathematics The day aims to educate people on the essential role of mathematics in … [Read more...]
America’s Original Inauguration Day
This Week In American History: In America the president of the United States is inaugurated every four years on January 20th. However, the original dates for presidential inaugurations: March 4th. It wasn’t until the second inauguration of President Roosevelt the date changed to January 20th. Now Inauguration Day is January 20th and the president’s term of office officially begins on … [Read more...]
National Read Across America Day
Every year on March 2, Read Across America Day is celebrated. In 1998, the National Education Association (NEA) established this day to get kids excited about reading. Today also marks Dr. Seuss’ birthday, who is a beloved children’s book author. Dr. Seuss' books help get children interested in reading due to their unique creativity, such as Green Eggs and Ham. Teachers, students, … [Read more...]
Mt. McKinley National Park Established
This Week in Alaska History: The annual celebration of the creation of Mt. McKinley National Park is on February 26. This park has the highest point in the United States at 20,320 feet above sea level. The wildlife is plentiful in this park along with beautiful sights to see. Not surprisingly, tourists from all over the world travel to see what this park is all about. Who Established … [Read more...]
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