Category: History and Civics
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ReBlog CW150: Memorial Day
This is one of several articles in my brief history series about the US Civil War and its 150 anniversary. Originally published Memorial Day 2018. Updated May 2023. In 1970, Memorial Day became a federal holiday on the last Monday in May and now most people are not even sure what the holiday is about…
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TMIH Space Exploration: May
May: May 5, 1961 – Alan Shepard’s Suborbital Flight: Alan Shepard became the first American in space during the Freedom 7 mission, a suborbital flight. May 25, 1961 – Kennedy’s Moon Speech: President John F. Kennedy delivered a historic speech challenging the United States to send astronauts to the moon before the end of the…
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CW150: Cinco de Mayo
DYK that in 1862 France invaded Mexico because of a European plot to help the CSA? #CincoDeMayo celebrates one of those battles.
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World Malaria Day April 25
World Malaria Day is an opportunity for educators to make a real difference in the fight against this deadly disease. By raising awareness and empowering students to take action, we can build a future free from malaria.
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TMIH Space Exploration
April: April 8, 2016 – SpaceX’s Falcon 9 Landing on a Drone Ship: Dude, SpaceX totally nailed it by landing their Falcon 9 rocket on an autonomous drone ship. They’re showing off their cool reusable rocket technology. April 12, 1961 – Yuri Gagarin’s First Human Spaceflight: Man, Yuri Gagarin rocked it by becoming the first…
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TDIH: Superman Published
The Man of Steel in the Classroom: Superman’s Impact on Education Superman, the iconic Man of Steel, holds a unique place in the pantheon of superheroes. Beyond his superhuman abilities, Superman embodies a symbol of hope, justice, and the potential within each individual to make a positive impact. Exploring the cultural significance of Superman and…
