Blog Today is a day often enjoyed because we all get a day off, however this day emerges as a celebration of workers and their achievements. History of Labor Day Beginning in the late 1800s at the peak of the Industrial Revolution, the average American worked 12-hour days and seven-day weeks in order to sustain basic […]
Holidays
Fun Holidays to Celebrate in August
Every American has a favorite holiday that they look forward to celebrating every year. We’ve previously written about Cinco de Mayo, Independence Day, and Father’s Day. Still, there are other fun holidays worth celebrating in August that are less known. August 14 – Free Comic Book Day! FREE COMICS! That’s right. F-R-E-E! The North American […]
Cinco De Mayo
Cinco De Mayo (Fifth of May), a date also called The Day of the Battle of Puebla, is celebrated in Mexico and the United States in honor of a military victory in 1862 over the French forces of Napoleon III. ClassHook would like to share the importance of this national holiday! Let’s watch a quick […]
Independence Day
With Independence Day just around the corner, ClassHook wants to share about the significance of this national holiday! The traditional celebration of America’s independence includes parades, patriotic music, firework shows, concerts, bonfires, and barbeques! And of course, the most recognized symbol of this holiday is the American Flag alongside the national anthem, “The Star-Spangled Banner.” […]
Happy Father’s Day!
Today is Father’s Day! With the rise of the media’s presence in our everyday lives, our perception of family structures and what a “father” is has been influenced by TV, film, social media, etc. On behalf of ClassHook, we view today as a day to cherish and celebrate whoever you see as your father. We […]
Memorial Day: Remember to Not Forget
Memorial Day is more than just another holiday or an extra day off from school. It is a day for Americans to pay homage to servicemen and women because of their noble sacrifices that allow us to live with the freedoms we possess. We also honor and express gratitude to the veterans who served alongside […]
Happy Mother’s Day!
This Sunday is Mother’s Day! While this special day is often flooded with heartfelt sentiments regarding traditional biological and female mothers, this does not mean that these are the only moms of the world. Globally, mothers are observed to be warm, loving, nurturing, and strong characters—who you see as a “mother” to you is your […]
Why we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day
This week, as we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, many classrooms will be going over the basics: wear green, decorate the room with Shamrocks, and maybe a mention of corned beef and cabbage. But what if you wanted to go beyond the basics this year? Maybe you wanted to teach about the origins of the holiday? […]
The History of Valentine’s: A Day of Romance, Love, and Saints
February 14th is thought to be the most romantic time of the year by most people. It’s a day where couples show their affection for one another and where people get the confidence to confess their feelings to those they care about. But Valentine’s Day wasn’t always a holiday focused around love and romance. It […]
The Origin & History of Groundhog Day
In comparison to other holidays, Groundhog Day is rather strange. It’s not a day of gift-giving or relaxation from work for most people. It’s an entire day about a small animal that burrows through the earth and an old superstition. So let’s take the time to discover what Groundhog Day is really about and its […]