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Posted by: Danna Bell
Though away from home, the members of the Colony celebrated Independence Day. The picture below shows the Colony's pageant at the start of the 20th century.
Posted in: Holidays, Industrial United States, World Wars and the Great Depression (1914-1945)
Posted by: Danna Bell
Learn about the origins of Father’s Day.
Posted in: Government and Law, Holidays
Posted by: Danna Bell
As we prepare for the long Memorial Day holiday weekend, many in our office find ourselves thinking of, and talking about, food
Posted in: Holidays
Posted by: Danna Bell
Learn more about Memorial Day and how it has been commemorated using the following blog posts from the Library of Congress.
Posted in: Holidays, Industrial United States, World Wars and the Great Depression (1914-1945), Veterans and Military History
Posted by: Danna Bell
As St. Patrick's Day approaches, some young students might immerse themselves in the eye-catching images often associated with the holiday in the U.S.: shamrocks, green clothing, and the occasional pot of gold. This is a perfect opportunity to introduce students to a corner of the actual country of Ireland through primary sources.
Posted in: Holidays, World History, Young Learners
Posted by: Danna Bell
Realizing that Valentine's Day is steeped in tradition may surprise and intrigue young learners.
Posted in: Holidays, Teaching Strategies
Posted by: Danna Bell
May the new year bring you peace and success. We at the Library look forward to sharing more teaching tips and primary sources with you.
Posted in: Holidays
Posted by: Danna Bell
Here's hoping that your paperwork is in order and that you and your family follow the the most important rule of the holiday season: Make time for family, friends and relaxation.
Posted in: Holidays
Posted by: Anne Savage
Broaden student perspectives on Thanksgiving – a holiday that is “peculiar to the nation” – with our recently-updated Thanksgiving Primary Source Set.
Posted in: Holidays, Teaching Strategies