How is it already September and how did August fly by so fast? Back-to-school season is here. With a new school year comes so many new opportunities to explore history and science with your students. While you are lesson planning and thinking of interesting topics for your students, mark your calendar for some of these important dates. Have a great September!
September 2 – Augustus Caesar Defeats Mark Anthony (31 BCE)
After Augustus Caesar defeated Mark Anthony and conquered Egypt, he was given a hero’s welcome when he returned to Rome. A few years later, he was named the first Roman Empire, forever making his mark in the history books. Although it’s ancient history, our Early Romans Unit brings alive this fascinating time in human history that inspired so many great civilizations afterward.
September 3 – The Treaty of Paris Signed (1783)
After General Cornwallis surrendered at the Battle of Yorktown, the fight for the American Revolution was finally over. It took a few more years for Great Britain to formally recognize the status as a new free nation, when the Treaty of Paris was signed on this day in 1783. Students can read about what happens next for our young country in the New Nation Unit, where the story of the United States continues onward.
September 11 – The 20th Anniversary
You probably remember exactly where you were on the morning of September 11th, 2001. While this year, our nation is remembering the 20th anniversary, the pain and emotion of what happened that tragic day is still felt. For those who want to discuss September 11th with their students, our new Unit, September 11, will bring to light the more concrete details from the morning, including events that lead up to it and the immediate effect afterward. While it was an emotional experience for our team to put into words, we also know it’s important to create age-appropriate resources to help children learn about this chapter in American history, no matter how painful. For further assistance in discussing this complex topic, our newest blog post, Best Practices For Discussing September 11th, shares methods and resources you may want to utilize. Together, as a nation, we will never forget.
September 15 – Hispanic Heritage Month
Currently, over 50 million Americans identify as having Hispanic heritage. From Spain to the countries in Central and South America to the islands in the Caribbean, each culture adds a beautiful element to our American identity. As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, you can now learn more about the parts of the world that your family or ancestors may call home. Explore our South America, Mexico, and Caribbean Units to learn more!
September 17 – Constitution Day
On this day in 1787, some of our country’s greatest minds came together to create guidelines for our new nation. In our Constitution Unit, we take your kids through the entire process, from the Constitutional Convention to more recent amendments. Continue the conversation on our country’s government by sharing How American Works Unit.
September 24 – Founding of the US Supreme Court (1789)
The Judiciary Act of 1789 was adopted on September 24, 1789, in the very first session of the First United States Congress. It established the federal judiciary as one of the three branches of the federal government: The Supreme Court. While the faces and names have changed on the bench countless times since then, it still acts as the highest authority to interpret our national laws. Your students can learn more about this ever-important branch in our Supreme Court Unit, including The Current Justices.
September 29 – World Heart Day
It’s never too early to talk about heart health with your students. On this day, the World Heart Federation wants to increase public awareness of cardiovascular diseases and how to prevent them. Bring that into your classroom with our entire Unit about the Heart, specifically How the Heart Works.
