Easter Traditions & Symbols: A History of this Religious Holiday
Easter baskets, decorated eggs, white lilies and Easter clothes are as much a part of the Easter holiday as reindeer and angels are at Christmas. …
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Story of St. Patrick's Day: Who Was St. Patrick and Why Is His Life Celebrated?
There are a lot of questions about St. Patrick, and many myths and legends surrounding his life and works. In America and in other parts of the world, …
Continue ReadingThe Spring Equinox: How It Has Been Celebrated Throughout the Years
Ah, do you smell spring in the air? More and more people seem to be opening their windows, packing away their winter clothes and bulky jackets, and …
Continue ReadingHistory of the Olympic Games: From Ancient to Modern Times
Representing over 200 nations, the modern Olympic Games is the planet’s largest sporting competition. Dating back to 8th century BC, it is also …
Continue ReadingHistory of Presidents' Day: Celebrating the Birthdays of George Washington and Abraham Lincoln
What is peanut butter without jelly? A race without a finish line? Or a birthday with only one president? What did that say!?
Continue ReadingValentine's Day: History and Origins of the Popular February Holiday
Heart-shaped candy, flowers, and red hearts with lace on a greeting card are all associated with Valentine’s Day. February 14 is a huge consumer …
Continue ReadingLife of William Blake: Poet, Painter and Major Visionary of the Romantic Age
William Blake was born in London on November 28, 1757. He was a painter, poet and printmaker. His work did not become famous until after his death. He …
Continue ReadingLife of John Milton: Poet and Author of Paradise Lost
John Milton was one of the most educated and influential writers of the seventeenth century. He was born in London on December 9, 1608. Read on to …
Continue ReadingFrench and Indian War: A Study Guide for History Students
The French and Indian War (1754-1763) was the North American part of a world-wide conflict between the French and the British. Their primary …
Continue ReadingNative Americans and the Revolutionary War
North American colonists operated with the Native American in peace initially. But as their population grew, tensions arose. Although they were not …
Continue ReadingFrench Food Vocabulary: Talking About Cooking and Eating in France
It’s not too complicated to talk about food in French once you learn the necessary vocabulary and grammar. I’ll cover the basics below to help you …
Continue ReadingThe Life of Martin Luther King, Jr: Great Civil Rights Leader & Orator
Martin Luther King Jr. was a civil rights leader and one of America’s greatest orators. With his voice and spirit, he led African-Americans …
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