The worksheets below are all themed around the month of March. Fun Fact: the specific fear of having peanut butter stuck to the roof of your mouth is called "arachibutyrophobia."
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What does the American Red Cross Do Reading Worksheet
The Red Cross is not a government organization, although it does work closely with the government in times of need. It is a private, nonprofit human organization that is led by volunteers.
American Red Cross Multiple Choice Questions
On average, how many cents from each dollar go straight to special programs at the American Red Cross?
American Red Cross Short Answer Questions
Why do you think an organization like the American Red Cross Society must have employees, instead of relying solely on volunteers?
Dr. Seuss Reading Passage
You may know him as Dr. Seuss, but his real name was Theodor Seuss Geisel, and he was born in 1904 in Springfield, Massachusetts. When Theodor was a young boy, his mother would lull him to sleep by chanting rhymes she remembered from her own childhood.
Dr. Seuss Short Answer Questions
How did Dr. Seuss use his talents during WWII? Who did Dr. Seuss often credit for his success?
Why is "The Star Spangled Banner" the National Anthem of America? Reading Passage
America's beloved national anthem is called "The Star Spangled Banner," and its lyrics come from the 1814 poem written by Francis Scott Key, entitled "Defence of Fort McHenry."
Star Spangled Banner Multiple Choice Questions
Which President signed the resolution for "The Star Spangled Banner" to become America’s national anthem?
Star Spangled Banner Short Answer Questions
Why was Francis Scott Key so surprised to see the American flag waving in the wind on September 14? Why do we celebrate National Anthem Day on September 14?
What was the Boston Massacre Reading Worksheet
The "Boston Massacre" was an incident that took place on March 5, 1770. At this point in time, there was a lot of tension between the American colonists and the British.
Boston Massacre Multiple Choice Questions
Why was there so much conflict between the Bostonians and the British? What did the Bostonians throw at the British soldiers that enraged them?
Boston Massacre Short Answer Questions
When the five Bostonians were killed, the British were under strict orders not to fire their guns. Why did they go against these orders?
What was the Dred Scott Decision? What does that case signify?
The Dred Scott Decision, also known as Dred Scott v. Sandford, was a decision made by the United States Supreme Court in the year 1857. In this case, a man named Dred Scott was a slave.
Dred Scott Decision Multiple Choice Questions
At the time, how many slaves were there in the United States?
Dred Scott Short Answer Questions
When Dred Scott asked Mrs. Emerson to pay him for his work, what did he hope to use the money to purchase?
How did people communicate over long distances before the Telephone?
Today, if we want to talk to our aunt in England, we pick up the telephone. If we want to ask our friend for help with homework, we give them a call.
Before Telephones Multiple Choice Questions
Wireless telegraphy emerged in the late 1800s, allowing people to communicate using radio waves.
Before Telephones Short Answer Questions
Recently, there have been many changes to how we communicate, such as email, Skype, the Internet, and cell phones. Choose one of these methods, and explain how you have used it recently to communicate with someone.
What is the Eiffel Tower? What's Its Meaning?
The Eiffel Tower is a monument in Paris, France. The Eiffel Tower was built for the Universal Exposition of 1889. This exposition was a huge international fair, created to show off France’s achievements to the whole world and celebrate the 100th anniversary (the centennial) of the French Revolution.
Eiffel Tower Multiple Choice Questions
What country would you need to travel to in order to visit the Eiffel Tower today?
Eiffel Tower Short Answer Questions
Which river is the Eiffel Tower located near? Why is the Eiffel Tower painted several shades of the same color?
The History of Bubble Gum
It's chewy and delicious; refreshing and juicy! But what is the history behind America's favorite chewy treat?
Bubble Gum Multiple Choice Questions
Where did youngsters used to leave their bubble gum at night when they went to sleep?
Bubble Gum Short Answer Questions
Bazooka Bubble Gum added comics to their gum as an added incentive for people to purchase the gum. Can you identify another example of a company giving something for free to help sell a product?
Fun Facts About Peanuts Reading Passage
Did you know that March is National Peanut Month? Let’s take a closer look at America’s favorite nut! But wait! Peanuts are not actually nuts! In fact, they are related to peas (hence the name PEA-nut). Peanuts belong to the bean family.
Peanut Month Multiple Choice Questions
. How many peanuts does it take to make a 12 ounce jar of creamy peanut butter?
Peanut Party Short Answer Questions
Your neighbor wants to see the largest peanut in the world. Where should you tell her to visit?
The History of Coca Cola Passage
Dr. John Pemberton originally invented Coca Cola in the year 1886. Dr. Pemberton was a pharmacist from Atlanta, Georgia. He made up the formula in his backyard, stirring up the ingredients in a three-legged brass kettle!
Coca Cola Multiple Choice Questions
How much did Asa Candler pay for the secret formula of Coca Cola in the year 1887?
Coca Cola Short Answer Questions
The Coca Cola brand is one of the most recognized logos today. Without looking it up, can you draw the Coca-Cola logo?
About This Month
March is the third month of the modern-day Gregorian calendar, coming after January and February. There are 30 days in the month of March.
The month of March earned its name from the Latin Martius or Martius mensis, after the Roman God of war, Mars. During Roman times, March was the month or resuming armed conflicts after the winter months.
Previously, the month of March was not the third, in fact, it was the first month in early versions of the Roman calendar. It was considered to be the month of new beginnings as it coincided with the time of the March equinox and the beginning of spring in the Northern Hemisphere. When in the 450 BCE January and February were named the first and second months of the calendar, March was pushed to the third position,
The birthstones for March are aquamarine and bloodstone that symbolizes courage. Its birth flowers are daffodils.
There is much more to celebrate in the month of March beyond Saint Patrick's Day. You can volunteer to help the Red Cross, the largest medical charity in the United States, or you can commemorate the birthday of the beloved children's author Dr. Seuss by participating in a reading at your local library or school. March is also National Peanut Month, and even people with peanut allergies can enjoy learning about this interesting little legume.<br>
What Important Events Happened in March?
As March approaches, people from all around the globe start the frantic process of spring cleaning. After all, nothing makes hearts more filled with joy than welcoming the month of flowers-in-full-bloom and seasonal fruits ripened to perfection.
Many events can be labeled as "important" when we talk about March. The most important events are politically inclined, being directly related to an occurrence that affected the world in a significant way.
3rd March 1913: The Suffragette Movement in D.C.
Women have fought long and hard for their rights. A good example of this is the women's March on Washington. These women were harassed and heckled by the crowd. The men spat at them as they passed and hurled physical objects at their backs. Regardless, this day will probably rank high in the "women's movements" hall of fame till the end of time.
3rd March 1847: Welcoming Graham Bell
Some important events that happened in March include popular birthdays, with Alexander Graham Bell's being a worthy mention. He worked with deaf people his entire life and used that to develop the telephone so that we could spend hours talking to our friends from across the globe.
5th March 1946: The Iron Man
Who doesn't remember Churchill's Iron Curtain speech? Churchill joined hands with Britain to create an "Iron Curtain" against the Soviet Union and Soviet Communism. This alliance was towards the betterment of the socio-political situation of the world at the time.
6th March 1475: A Renaissance Genius
This date marks the birth of Michelangelo, one of the best artists of the Renaissance. Michelangelo would go on to build a mural on the Sistine Chapel ceiling, one of the works he is known best for.
11th March 1941: The Lend-Lease Program
The Lend-Lease Program was an act introduced to protect the security of the United States. It involved the U.S. sending oil, food, and weaponry to the Allied Nations. The agreement entailed that the material was to be made use of until it was returned or destroyed.
12th March 1938: Hitler's Annexation of Austria
Hitler conquered and spread his terror upon many places. However, the Annexation of Austria stands out as a particularly important event. It marks Hitler's rise to power and commemorates the lives of the many people who lost their lives to his reign of terror.
15th March 44 B.C.: Et Tu, Brute?
March also witnessed the assassination of Julius Caesar. It sparked the creation of one of the most popular Shakespearean tragedies and gave rise to the popular phrase "Et Tu, Brute?"
20th March 1904: Skinner is Born
Skinner was most popularly known for his "Air Crib" experiment, where he used his child to demonstrate how the crib could reduce pressure on parents. This quickly became controversial as people started to liken his daughter pressed to the air-crib glass to a prisoner. It gave birth to the phrase "Baby-in-a-Box."
30th March 1981: Attempted Assassination of Ronald Reagan
This was an event where the critical part of the incident differed from the popular part. More obvious was the fact that an assassination attempt had been made on Reagan.
It led to the questioning of U.S. security. What became popular, however, was Hinckley's (the killer's) motivation behind the murder (an act to win Jodie Foster's approval).
To Sum It Up
The discussion of what important events happened in March is incomplete without an explanation of why the events were important. The glaringly obvious answer is the socio-political impact of the events on the lives of people around the globe.
Remembering history makes it easier for us to learn from our mistakes and improve upon them. That is what history books are for!