Grade 1

From warm, fluffy cats to cold, rough tree bark, your sense of touch lets you feel different textures and temperatures. Learn how your nerves send messages to your brain as you use this… More →

Santa is coming! Get ready for lots of gifts! Learn how people enjoy this holiday with their family and friends. Read about the history and traditions of Christmas, too. More →

Kwanzaa is a time of unity. This weeklong holiday honors African heritage and culture. Learn how people celebrate this holiday with their family and friends. Read about this holiday’s history More →

What’s that loud sound? Your sense of hearing lets you hear all sorts of sounds. Read about the parts of your ears and how they work together. Learn how to protect your sense of hearing, too. More →

It’s time for an Easter egg hunt! Easter eggs are a colorful symbol of new life. Learn how people enjoy this special day with their family and friends. Read about Easter’s history and its… More →

This important holiday honors the life of Martin Luther King Jr. Learn how people honor his work with speeches, parades, and marches. Read about his life and beliefs, too. More →

It’s the Fourth of July! Americans celebrate their freedom and independence. Learn how people enjoy this day with lots of red, white, and blue. Read about this holiday’s history and symbols, too. More →

Look up, look down, look all around! Your sense of sight lets you see the world around you. Read about the parts of your eyes and how they work together. Learn how to protect your eyes, too. More →

Sniff, sniff. What’s that smell? Your sense of smell helps you sniff out all sorts of scents. Read about your nose and how it works together with your brain. Learn how your sense of smell… More →

Green is all around on St. Patrick’s Day! Learn how people celebrate the culture of Ireland on this fun day. Read about the holiday’s history and symbols, too. More →

Love is all around! Valentine’s Day is a day of love and friendship. Learn how people enjoy this day with their family and friends. Read about this holiday’s history and symbols, too. More →

Get ready to have lots of fun! Cinco de Mayo is a day of music, dancing, food, and parades. Learn how people celebrate Mexican culture on this day. Read about this holiday’s history, too. More →