Primary – November 29

In 1877, Thomas Edison first demonstrated recording by phonograph by reciting “Mary Had a Little Lamb.” If you were going to make the first recording in history, what would you choose to say or sing, and why?

Primary – November 28

The English poet William Blake was born on this day in 1757. He once said, “It is easier to forgive an enemy than to forgive a friend.” Explain why you agree or disagree with what Blake says.

Primary – November 27

“The more you find out about the world, the more opportunities there are to laugh at it.” -Bill Nye, the Science Guy, born on this date in 1955. What is the funniest thing about the world you’ve ever learned, and what about it made you laugh?

Primary – November 26

According to Peanuts creator Charles Schulz — born on this date in 1922 — “No problem is too big to run away from.” What problem would you rather run away from than solve, and what would happen if you didn’t run away?

Primary – November 25

“You cannot push anyone up the ladder unless he is willing to climb.” -Andrew Carnegie, who was born on this date in 1835. Explain what you think he meant when he said that.

Primary – November 24

“Frequently the more trifling the subject, the more animated and protracted the discussion.” -Franklin Pierce, the 14th president of the United States, who was born on this date in 1804. Explain why you agree or disagree with Pres. Pierce.

Primary – November 23

For what in your life are you most grateful, and why?

Primary – November 22

Born on this date in 1898, Wiley Hardeman Post was the first pilot to fly around the world by himself. He did that in 1933. If you could be the first person to do something – something new, or something that’s already been done – what would you choose, and why?