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How to Celebrate Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month in the Classroom

By Martina McKoy

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A congressional celebration which began in 1977, grew into an annual month long observance in 1990, when May was declared Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month. The following steps provide ways to observe this month in your classroom... more »

How to Celebrate Benjamin Franklin's Birthday

By eHow Holidays & Celebrations Editor

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Of all the mythic figures of America's infancy, none has remained more intriguing than Ben Franklin. Of the founding fathers, only Thomas Jefferson can begin to match the breadth of Franklin's interests or the scope of his accomplishments as a ... more »

How to Celebrate Caribbean American Heritage Month in the Classroom

By Martina McKoy

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For hundreds of years, the United States and the Caribbean have intertwined cultures and experiences. June was nationally declared as Caribbean Heritage Month in 2006. Here are some ways to observe the month in your classroom... more »

How to Celebrate Earth Day as a Gardener.

By GreenGardenChic

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It is easy being green, especially in the home garden. Organics are easy with a little patience and know how. Celebrate our Earth by learning how to reduce waste and chemicals in garden, for you and your family’s future... more »

How to Celebrate Women's History Month in the Classroom

By Martina McKoy

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Since 1981, March has been Women's History Month. Women from all walks of life are recognized during this time. Here are a few ways to observe Women's History Month in your classroom... more »

How to dunk your Aggie ring!

By xdragoox

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Whoop! Texas A&M University began in 1876 in College Station, Texas. The tradition of the Aggie ring began with the class of 1889. The current version of the ring was designed in 1894 by E.C. Jonas. Dunking your Aggie ring in a pitcher of ... more »

How to Give A Wonderful Mother's Day Present

By Desula

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Mother's Day is coming up, and here are some ideas for gifts... more »

How to Honor Pearl Harbor Day

By eHow Holidays & Celebrations Editor

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Depending on where you live, there are different ways to observe Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day. Plan in advance and set aside time for this important day to honor those who lost their lives in the attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941... more »

How to host an M&M party

By Lolo-B

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You may think it's silly but who doesn't love M&M's?! Read this over and you will wish there were these kinds of parties every day!.. more »

How to Host an Ostara Feast

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Ostara is the pagan celebration of the spring (or vernal) equinox and focuses on representations of new life, returning light and warmth, and fertility. A feast for your family or pagan circle is an excellent way to celebrate any Sabbat... more »

How to Make a Countdown or Advent Calendar

By princessbride42

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We will use items from around your house to make a pretty countdown towards Christmas (or any other special occasion). My five year old is always asking me "how long until x occurs?" This will help solve that problem... more »

How to make a hit salad to bring to a bbq or summer party

By klnygaard

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have a bbq or party to go to and you need to bring something. This is a great idea, anytime. It is quick and easy... more »

How to Make a Peanut Butter & Apple Sandwich

By acole

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This is an quick and easy twist on a peanut butter sandwhich... more »

How to Play Autumn Leaf Toss

By eHow Holidays & Celebrations Editor

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Autumn is a wonderful time for children to be outside playing in the fallen leaves. If you want to get your kids involved in some fall fun requiring cooperation and team effort, consider setting up a game of autumn leaf toss. This is an easy game ... more »

How to Understand the History and Global Impact of Earth Day

By AimeeE

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While Earth Day is the most celebrated "Environmental" Holiday, most people do not know its origins. Here is a guide designed to provide insight about this little-known celebration... more »

How to Accomodate Changes in Air Travel Restrictions During the Holidays

By Anthony Delgado

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Travel restrictions are under constant scrutiny so they are undergoing changes on a regular basis. With increased amount of travel during the holiday season, there will be extra caution taken. Here are some tricks to make sure you are not stopped ... more »

How to Be the Best Bartender

By rkayne

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Want to be the hit of the party? Want to have the most loyal customers of all? Want to be known as the person they ask "What do I want to drink"? This is way too easy ;).. more »

How to Celebrate Arbor Day

By eHow Holidays & Celebrations Editor

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In recent years Arbor Day's traditional spot on the calendar, April 22, has given way to Earth Day. But this day set aside for the planting of trees is just as important as it was when Nebraska journalist J. Sterling Morton thought it up more ... more »

How to Celebrate Children's Day

By eHow Holidays & Celebrations Editor

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In Japan, May 5 is Children's Day, a time to pray for the health and happiness of the country's children and to give them special treats and gifts. If you find yourself spending more time ferrying your offspring to and from soccer games, ballet ... more »

How to Celebrate Eleanor Roosevelt's Birthday

By eHow Holidays & Celebrations Editor

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Eleanor Roosevelt began life as a shy, awkward, love-starved child and ended up ' at least in the opinion of "Time" Magazine ' as one of the 100 greatest leaders and revolutionaries of the 20th century. Her birthday, on October 11, is a good ... more »

How to Celebrate Father's Day in Italy

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Festa del Papa, the Italian name for Father’s Day, is celebrated on March 19, St. Joseph’s Feast Day in Italy. Households prepare traditional spreads of special Italian breads and cookies. This is the day when families show their gratitude to ... more »

How to Celebrate Franklin D. Roosevelt's Birthday

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Franklin Delano Roosevelt, born January 30, 1882, was the 32nd President of the United States, and is consistently named as one of the three greatest U.S. presidents by scholars of U.S. history. Here are some ways to celebrate his birthday... more »

How to Celebrate George Washington's Birthday

By eHow Holidays & Celebrations Editor

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There's nothing wrong with one President's Day holiday in February, but our first President was born on February 22 and he deserves a day of his own - and you deserve another cause for a celebrating during the grayest month of the year... more »

How to Celebrate John Lennon Day in New York City

By abbeyroad920

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John Lennon was born on October 9th. The date has become an unofficial holiday known simply as “John Lennon Day.” There may be no better place to celebrate this day than New York. Read on to learn how you can celebrate John Lennon Day in New York ... more »

How to Celebrate Mole Day

By Carla Lucas

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Annually on October 23 from 6:02 a.m. to 6:02 p.m. there are those that celebrate Mole Day. It is based on Avogodro number: 6.02 times 10 to the 23 power. Mole Day is a celebration of chemistry. In chemistry, a mole is a basic unit of measure ... more »

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