| It’s President’s Day this week, and while most of you are probably off from school, that doesn’t mean learning has to cease. Here are some free topics (plus an entire Unit!) so you can hit the ground running during this short week. I would like to invite you to check out Free Homeschooling Topics of the Week February 17 – 23. I have a favor to ask you if you have used these resources from Kids Discover leave me a comment and let me know which websites you used and what you liked or disliked about them and why. |
This Wednesday is #NationalLoveYourPetDay…as if we needed an excuse! Although a beloved member of many families, it wasn’t all that long ago that we invited animals to live in our homes. In this Unit, learn about the evolution of dogs throughout society.
The Pacific War, the Bomb, and Peace at Last
Towards the end of World War II soldiers were photographed raising a U.S. flag atop Mount Suribachi, in Iwo Jima—an island more than 700 miles south of Japan. It’s arguably the most iconic image of the war, and it was taken this week, in 1945.
The Discovery and Study of Cells
In 1997, during this week, Scottish scientists introduced Dolly to the world. She was the first clone, or genetic copy, of a mammal. Curious how it was done, or what other relevant events paved the way for this milestone?
Space Exploration in the 20th Century
It was during this week in 1986 that Russia (then USSR) launched their Mir space station into orbit. It circled Earth until 2001, and was the largest space station–until the International Space Station launched in 1998. See more on the evolution of space exploration in the 20th century.
Presidency (Unit)
Tomorrow is President’s Day and although the holiday is set around George Washington’s actual birthday, it was created to honor all those who’ve held the position. We’re offering up our ENTIRE Unit on “Presidency,” where you’ll learn the checks and balances that prevent the president from becoming too powerful, and explore the seven main roles that the president fills in the government.
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
