Holidays

Learn about popular holidays celebrated in the United States

Learn about popular holidays like Valentine's Day, Independence Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas and more.

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Carolina Day Trivia Quiz | History in a Nutshell
Carolina Day Trivia Quiz | History in a Nutshell

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Grades: 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Higher Education

This quiz will test your knowledge on the history of the SC exclusive holiday known as Carolina Day, and the Battle of Sullivan’s Island! How much do you know about the history behind this more...
Women of Character | Carolina Stories
Women of Character | Carolina Stories

Video

Grades: 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

This "Carolina Stories" documentary features the biographies of four "leading ladies" in South Carolina history, who have been honored by induction into the South Carolina Hall of Fame... Mary McLeod...
Crack the Holiday Code with Smart Cat
Crack the Holiday Code with Smart Cat

Document

Grades: Kindergarten 1 2 3

We asked Smart Cat to share his holiday favorites. Unscramble each of the words below by putting one letter in each box. Once you have all the words unscrambled, use the numbers below some of the...
12 Days of Kindness with Smart Cat
12 Days of Kindness with Smart Cat

Document

Grades: PreK Kindergarten 1 2 3

The holidays are about family, fun, and kindness! Smart Cat is challenging you to complete all these kind activities! After you do each activity, color the light in. If you do everything listed, light...
What Does Your Family Like to Do?
What Does Your Family Like to Do?

Document

Grades: Kindergarten 1 2

Many families have Holiday traditions. Use this worksheet to tell Smart Cat about all the holiday traditions you have with your family and/or friends!
What Are you Thankful For – List the things
What Are you Thankful For – List the things

Document

Grades: Kindergarten 1 2

There are so many reasons to be grateful. What are you thankful for? Use the word ‘Thanksgiving’ to list the many things you are thankful for in this fun worksheet.
We Have A Story To Tell 6
We Have A Story To Tell
Episode 6

Video

Grades: 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Higher Education

Today, the SC National Guard is a global force in the fight for worldwide peace and security. In partnership with other countries, its engagement and impact continue to be felt well beyond the borders...
We Have A Story To Tell 5
We Have A Story To Tell
Episode 5

Video

Grades: 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Higher Education

Ever since September 11, 2001, the SC National Guard’s 263rd Army and Air Missile Defense Command has had continuous watch over the skies of Washington, D.C. Today, the SC Air National Guard has units...
We Have A Story To Tell 4
We Have A Story To Tell
Episode 4

Video

Grades: 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Higher Education

Major General T. Eston Marchant became the first Adjutant General in decades to send troops into combat in Operation Desert Storm. South Carolina’s 51st and 251st units were called up to serve in...
We Have A Story To Tell 3
We Have A Story To Tell
Episode 3

Video

Grades: 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Higher Education

General John Dozier retired as South Carolina’s Adjutant General in 1959, and was replaced by Major General Frank D. Pinckney. Pinckney led the SC National Guard through the tumultuous 1960’s, an era...
We Have A Story To Tell 2
We Have A Story To Tell
Episode 2

Video

Grades: 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Higher Education

During the Civil War, the Union and the Confederacy turned to the states to build and maintain their armies. While some volunteer units stayed home to defend South Carolina, many other units were...
We Have A Story To Tell 1
We Have A Story To Tell
Episode 1

Video

Grades: 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Higher Education

Produced by Mark Adams, this Carolina Stories documentary tells the story of the South Carolina Army National Guard, from its founding in 1670, to present day. The Guard’s history is long and rich...
Tankbusters: Advice for Students 10
Tankbusters: Advice for Students
Episode 10

Video

Grades: 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Higher Education

Lieutenant Colonel Joel "Rally" Rush offers advice for youth who may be interested in a career in the U.S. Air Force.
Tankbusters: Conclusion 9
Tankbusters: Conclusion
Episode 9

Video

Grades: 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Higher Education

Lieutenant Colonel Joel "Rally" Rush elaborates on how American sentiments changed from before the conflict, to afterwards. Lt. Col. Rush also discusses the lessons people should take away from the...
Tankbusters: "SCUD Hunts" 7
Tankbusters: "SCUD Hunts"
Episode 7

Video

Grades: 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Higher Education

While Lieutenant Colonel Joel Rush did not participate in any organized hunts for Saddam Hussein's SCUD missiles, he recalls his experience of running into a SCUD missile launcher during a night...
Tankbusters: Life in the Desert 6
Tankbusters: Life in the Desert
Episode 6

Video

Grades: 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Higher Education

Lieutenant Colonel Joel "Rally" Rush discusses what living conditions were like in the deserts of the Middle East region.
Tankbusters: Flying Missions 5
Tankbusters: Flying Missions
Episode 5

Video

Grades: 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Higher Education

Lieutenant Colonel Joel "Rally" Rush discusses what flying missions in the A-10 Thunderbolt II were like. He walks viewers through the process of preparing for a mission, destroying Saddam Hussein's...
Tankbusters: Reaction to Invasion of Kuwait 4
Tankbusters: Reaction to Invasion of Kuwait
Episode 4

Video

Grades: 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Higher Education

Lieutenant Colonel Joel "Rally" Rush recalls his thoughts about hearing the news on Saddam Hussein's invasion of Kuwait in August 1990. Rush also discusses the socio-political climate in the U.S. at...