The majority of parents want what is best for their children because they love their children. Many teach their children to love their family, God, and country. Let’s remember to teach our children the Star-Spangled Banner was written by Francis Scott Key with the now-famous words: And the rocket’s red glare, The bombs bursting […]
Juneteenth
A quick history lesson – When President Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation on Jan. 1, 1863 it made slavery illegal. Later in December 1865, slavery in America was formally abolished with the adoption of the 13th Amendment. Fast forward to more recent history. Texas continued the celebration of emancipation, making Juneteenth an official state holiday […]
Who Owns Your Words?
There are two threats in present-day America to our right to “freedom of speech.” Number one is the practice of saying someone has the right to own someone else’s words. Number two is the practice of trying to shut down someone that disagrees with someone else’s opinion. Everyone owns their own words. Everyone has the […]
SpaceX Launches NASA Astronauts
Two U.S. NASA astronauts go aboard SpaceX rocket for historic launch from Kennedy’s Space Center in Florida. The two brave astronauts, Bob Behnken and Doug Hurley, have previously flown in space for multiple missions. They are excited for NASA to bring human spaceflight back to Florida after a nine-year hiatus. You can witness a live […]
Greenfield Village Virtual Tour
Don’t you just love walking the streets in Greenfield Village? Here is a virtual tour for you to enjoy! How many of these attractions can you find? Put a checkmark next to each one you discover. Liberty Craftworks Store Main Street Emporium Josephine Ford Plaza Working Farms Henry Ford’s Model T Railroad Junction Main […]
Happy Barbie Doll Anniversary
Today is the anniversary of the first Barbie doll that went on display at the American Toy Fair in New York City on March 9, 1959. The first blond-haired doll was only eleven inches tall and mass-produced in the United States. Ruth Handler co-founded Mattel, Inc. with her husband in 1945. Ruth observed her daughter […]
Can You Score 100% on the Word Search, “Abraham Lincoln?”
Let’s have fun with this free online word search called, “Abraham Lincoln.” If you want to read more, you can go to the Miller Center. Word searches develop spelling skills, extend vocabulary and emphasize pattern recognition. Find all of the hidden words! Enjoy replaying one of your favorite word searches. Each time you replay it, […]
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