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Martin Van Buren: The Little Magician with Big Dreams
Martin Van Buren was the eighth president of the United States, serving from 1837 to 1841. Born on December 5, 1782, in Kinderhook, New York, he was the first president who was born after the United S... ...more
18th & 19th Century ,Teaching History All Posts 2023 &U.S. Presidents
December 07, 2023•7 min read
Warren G. Harding and the Return to Normalcy
Warren G. Harding won the first presidential election after women gained the right to vote. His campaign theme to return to normalcy may have spoken directly to them in the wake of the chaos of the ea... ...more
20th Century ,Teaching History All Posts 2023 &U.S. Presidents
December 07, 2023•5 min read
The history of Santa Claus
Santa Claus is known around the world by many names like, Sinter Klaus, Kris Kringle, Father Christmas, and Saint Nicholas. But where did the legend come from? ...more
Middle Ages ,Teaching History All Posts &2023
December 05, 2023•6 min read
Pearl Harbor: Kids who experienced the attack remember what they saw
Former President Franklin Roosevelt had said that December 7, 1941 was “a date which will live in infamy.” He was right! But it wasn't only soldiers and sailors who experienced the attack on Pearl Har... ...more
20th Century ,All Posts &2023
December 05, 2023•4 min read
Joe Biden: Calm and Steady In a Turbulent Time
Joe Biden became President of the United States on January 20, 2021. He's been a part of American politics for many years, and his presidency has already seen some big changes and challenges. ...more
20th Century ,All Posts 2023 &U.S. Presidents
November 10, 2023•5 min read
The Real Story of the Mayflower Pilgrims and The First Thanksgiving
You've probably heard stories about the first Thanksgiving - you know, Pilgrims and Native Americans coming together for a grand feast. Join us as we review the facts - and do a bit of myth-busting. ...more
Renaissance to New World ,All Posts &2023
November 06, 2023•10 min read
President Zachary Taylor: Old Rough and Ready helps win the Mexican-American War
From humble beginnings, Zachary Taylor grew up to be a tall and strong man, earning him the nickname "Old Rough and Ready." He was President of the United States from March 4, 1849 to his untimely dea... ...more
18th & 19th Century ,All Posts 2023 &U.S. Presidents
October 29, 2023•6 min read
Franklin Pierce: The President Who Tried to Keep the Peace
Franklin Pierce was the 14th President of the United States, serving from 1853 to 1857. Even though he might not be as famous as some other presidents, his story is still fascinating and full of fun f... ...more
18th & 19th Century ,All Posts 2023 &U.S. Presidents
October 29, 2023•5 min read
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