Showing posts with label holidays. Show all posts
Showing posts with label holidays. Show all posts

Monday, October 12, 2009

Columbus Day!

The founding of the Americas by Christopher Columbus is celebrated in the United States in October. Many children learn about this national holiday in schools across the country. Kaboose has some really fun activities you do in your classroom. There's also The History Channel site to give you all sorts of information, plus videos and a quiz. You can also read an interesting article about it on TIME. Have fun checking those out and Happy Christopher Columbus Day!

Monday, March 09, 2009

St. Patty's Day!

It's almost Saint Patrick's Day! St. Patrick's Day is celebrated on March 17th. It's one of the most famous holidays celebrated in the United States. To learn more about St. Patrick and how St. Patrick's day is celebrated in the U.S., visit The History Channel. You can find fantastic crafts and activities at Kaboose. There are hundreds of classroom ideas, too. Check out 123child or teach-nology for a list of great ideas in different subjects like art and math. Oh, and remember to wear a bit of green so you don't get pinched and have a great St. Patrick's Day!

Thursday, December 18, 2008

The Gazette, James!

Yes, Miss Sophie.
Not only can Miss Sophie enjoy this latest edition of The Gazette, but you can too! Mix up the "same procedure as every year" with eco-friendly gift ideas, a Christmas interview with Tamara and Grant, a fantasy book review, and lots more!

Friday, November 28, 2008

THANKSGIVING 2008 - First Pictures

Just a few hours ago a handful of people from the English Department celebrated Thanksgiving together. Here are some first impressions for you, a little article about the evening will follow soon.
Just a small part of all the big, delicious things we had.

Ms Mackintosh & Saskia

Saskia & Mario

Lena opens the buffet.

Wow! This is a lot of stuff to eat!

Friday, October 31, 2008

Happy Halloween!

"This is Halloween, this is Halloween. HALLOWEEN! HALLOWEEN! HALLOWEEN!"To learn more about All Hallow's Eve, check out the creepy History Channel Minisite about Halloween. Have a boo-tiful day!