Primary – February 7

James Murray, who wrote half of the original edition of the Oxford English Dictionary before he died, was born on this date in 1837. What’s your favorite process for finding out about something you don’t know anything about?

Primary – February 6

Babe Ruth was born on this day in 1895. He hit more home runs than any player in major league history (until recently), but he also struck out more times than any player. What do those two records tell you about your life?

Primary – February 5

“A free society is one where it is safe to be unpopular.” -Adlai Stevenson, who was born on this date in 1900. Describe the difference between being popular and unpopular and how the designation affects people.

Primary – February 4

Rosa Lee Parks, who became a civil rights icon for refusing to give up her bus seat to a white person, was born on this date in 1913. Describe the bravest stand you’ve ever taken.

Primary – February 3

The first woman to become a recognized doctor, Elizabeth Blackwell, was born on this date in 1821. She was admitted to medical school only because the men already at the school, when offered the chance to reject her, assumed her application was a hoax and jokingly played along. How do you think she felt when she showed up at school the first day?

Primary – February 2

What is the nicest thing you’ve ever done for someone?

Primary – February 1

Explain how to do the thing you know how to do better than anyone else.

Primary – January 31

3M began selling Scotch tape on this date in 1930. Describe why you’d like to leave behind something that’s sticking to you right now.