Robert Louis Stevenson, who wrote Treasure Island, was born on this date in 1850. Explain whether X ever really marks the spot.
One of America’s earliest activists for equality between men and women, Elizabeth Cady Stanton, was born on this date in 1815. Explain why you think people used to believe that boys and girls couldn’t do the same thing.
On this date in 1921, US President Warren G. Harding dedicated the Tomb of the Unknowns at Arlington National Cemetery. Explain why it’s important to remember people you might not know.
Sesame Street premiered on this date in 1969. Describe the most interesting thing you learned from watching TV.
If you could choose a gift that every person in the world who is your age would get on their birthdays, what would you choose and why would you choose it?
On this date in 1895, Wilhelm Rontgen was the first person to observe X-rays. If you could see through anything, what would you look at first and what would you get from the experience?
What would you do if you wanted to be friends with someone who doesn’t speak the same language you do?
Describe your idea of a perfect dad or mom.