Presidents Day

Presidents Day
George Washington and the Origin of Presidents Day
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Ryan Dube
Ever wonder how the holiday of Presidents Day started? Read this article to learn the real history behind the patriotic holiday that was meant to represent the birthday of George Washington.
http://ezinearticles.com/?George-Washington-and-the-Origin-of-Presidents-Day
id=1697923 - Nov 17, 2008
Presidents Day Facts and School Party Activities
by
Gail Leino
The original version of the holiday Presidents Day was in commemoration of George Washington's birthday in 1796 (the last full year of his presidency). Later it came to include other presidents. Take words from below to create a fun word find or word scramble. Use the Presdients Day history and facts below to make trivia questions.
http://ezinearticles.com/?Presidents-Day-Facts-and-School-Party-Activities
id=135473 - Jan 27, 2006
Presidents' Day - America's Top Presidents
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James W Smith
Presidents' Day is a national holiday in America. It is a day of honor for all the men who have served in the office of President of the United States. As I researched how people rank the men that have held the highest office in this land, I was somewhat surprised to be challenged by the definition of the term "rank".
http://ezinearticles.com/?Presidents-Day---Americas-Top-Presidents
id=988114 - Feb 15, 2008
Presidents Day Isn't Just Another Holiday When Crafts Are Involved
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Gail Leino
It's true that some holidays are more exciting than others, and many people feel that Presidents Day just doesn't hold the same draw as many larger holidays. However, if we think about creating themed crafts for the holiday, we can really boost the interest in such a sleepy holiday.
http://ezinearticles.com/?Presidents-Day-Isnt-Just-Another-Holiday-When-Crafts-Are-Involved
id=882361 - Dec 24, 2007
10 Things You Probably Didn't Know About Presidents Day
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James H. Dimmitt
The third Monday of February celebrates the birthdays of Abraham Lincoln (Feb. 12) and George Washington (Feb. 22). Most Americans refer to this day as President's Day. Here are some interesting facts about the day and the two presidents it honors.
http://ezinearticles.com/?10-Things-You-Probably-Didnt-Know-About-Presidents-Day
id=5939194 - Feb 16, 2011
What Presidents' Day Means For The History of America
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Jane Hercules
Presidents' Day is a day for Americans to reflect on the people and events which define who we are today. Knowing History, learning from History and making it an important body of knowledge for future generations is the job of every American citizen.
http://ezinearticles.com/?What-Presidents-Day-Means-For-The-History-of-America
id=5936159 - Feb 16, 2011
Presidents Day Party Menu Ideas For a Great Family Celebration
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Gail Leino
In order to honor President's Day you will want to include foods that are delicious as well as being easy to prepare. After all, you don't want to spend the whole day stuck in the kitchen! Here are a few ideas to get you started:
http://ezinearticles.com/?Presidents-Day-Party-Menu-Ideas-For-a-Great-Family-Celebration
id=686656 - Aug 15, 2007
Presidents Day - Let's Not Forget to Honor the Big Three
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Michael Bresciani
There is little doubt that people now remember Presidents day as a day to find a good deal on a car. How did things get like this?
http://ezinearticles.com/?Presidents-Day---Lets-Not-Forget-to-Honor-the-Big-Three
id=148314 - Feb 19, 2006
Presidents Day History Facts and Traditional Party Theme Ideas
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Gail Leino
A favorite holiday for shoppers, Presidents Day is the last chance for retailers to unload less than popular winter merchandise before restocking for spring. The only aim is to clear the shelves so stores offer rock bottom prices in order to cut their losses.
http://ezinearticles.com/?Presidents-Day-History-Facts-and-Traditional-Party-Theme-Ideas
id=388738 - Dec 16, 2006
Celebrating Presidents Day: The Education of Our National Leaders
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Lela Saz
As the leader of the most powerful country in the world, the President of the United States must responsibly manage both domestic and international affairs. Lucky for us, though many Presidents did obviate the traditional college and university system, each did clearly possess the willingness to educate himself. So in honor of President's Day, let's examine some of the more unique educational paths to the Presidency.
http://ezinearticles.com/?Celebrating-Presidents-Day:-The-Education-of-Our-National-Leaders