Primary – February 27

One of America’s earliest and most famous poets, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, was born on this date in 1807. He once wrote, “A single conversation across the table with a wise man is better than ten years mere study of books.” What does this mean to you?

Primary – February 26

What was your favorite toy when you were younger, and why don’t you play with it any longer?

Primary – February 25

What period in the history of the world would you most like to visit, and why?

Primary – February 24

Wilhelm Karl Grimm was born in Hanau, Germany on this date in 1786. He and his brother Jacob compiled the first book of folklore: Grimms’ Fairy Tales. Write a short fairy tale that might help young people learn something about life.

Primary – February 23

Wizard of Oz director Victor Fleming was born on this date in 1889. Write a story about why you think there’s no place like home.

Primary – February 22

“It is better be alone than in bad company.” -George Washington, who was born on this date in 1732. Explain whether you agree or disagree with America’s first president.

Primary – February 21

The poet W.H. Auden was born on this date in 1907. He once wrote, “Learn from your dreams what you lack.” What does that mean to you?

Primary – February 20

“A good photograph is knowing where to stand.” What do you think Ansel Adams, who was born on this date in 1902, meant when he said that?