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United Nations & International Observances

Find resources related to the United Nations and its international observances on KnowItAll.org. See also Holidays & Observances.

Find resources related to the United Nations and its international observances on KnowItAll.org.

See also Holidays & Observances. 

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Collection International Day of Democracy
International Day of Democracy

According to the U.N.,"The International Day of Democracy provides an opportunity to review the state of democracy in the world. Democracy is as much a process as a goal, and only with the full participation of and...

Collection International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism
International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism

The International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism was established by the U.N. General Assembly to honor and support the victims and survivors of terrorism and to promote and protect the...

Collection International Day of the Girl Child
International Day of the Girl Child

In 1995, at the World Conference on Women in Beijing, countries unanimously adopted the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action – the most progressive blueprint ever for advancing the rights of not only women...

Collection International Youth Day
International Youth Day

International Youth Day seeks to raise awareness to the cultural and legal issues faced by youth throughout the world. The United Nations defines youth as people between the ages of 15 and 24 years. In 1995, the...

Collection International Day of Peace and World Day of Peace
International Day of Peace and World Day of Peace

Established in 1981, International Day of Peace provides a date for all people, the world over, to commit to peace. In 2001, the General Assembly voted unanimously to designate the Day as a period of non-violence...

Collection World Day of Social Justice
World Day of Social Justice

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Collection World Environment Day
World Environment Day

World Environment Day is celebrated annually on June 5 and is the United Nations' principal vehicle for encouraging awareness and action for the protection of the environment. First held in 1974, it has been a...

Collection World Habitat Day
World Habitat Day

In 1985, the United Nations designated the first Monday of October every year as World Habitat Day. The idea is to reflect on the state of our towns and cities and the basic right of all to adequate shelter. It is...

Collection World Humanitarian Day
World Humanitarian Day

World Humanitarian Day seeks to recognize the compassion and bravery of humanitarian workers. Designated by the United Nations in December of 2008 to honor the sacrifices of humanitarian workers, it is celebrated...

Collection World Teachers' Day
World Teachers' Day

Held annually on October 5, this day gives us an opportunity to express our appreciation to our teachers for the special contributions they make to education throughout the school year. Let your favorite teacher...

Collection World Tourism Day
World Tourism Day

On Sept. 27 each year, the world celebrates World Tourism Day. The Day encourages awareness of the importance of tourism, as well as its cultural worth.

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World Food Program | Periscope

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World Food Program | Periscope
Episode 5
The World Food Program (WFP) is a part of the United Nations that works to feed hungry people. Some of their programs bring food to refugees and victims of disasters such as droughts, floods and...
Hunger | Periscope

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Hunger | Periscope
Episode 4
Today over 800 million people go to bed every night hungry. Every year, over 24,000 of those people will die from hunger and problems related to hunger. Many of them will be women and children. This...
Sustainable Consumption | Periscope

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Sustainable Consumption | Periscope
Episode 3
The words "sustainable consumption" are used to describe a major goal of the U.N.. It's a couple of big words so lets break it down: The word sustainable means to sustain, or keep going. The word...
The Environment | Periscope

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The Environment | Periscope
Episode 2
Can you imagine growing up in a world without the panda bear, forests, clean water and food? Around the world, pollution and development have affected the water, forests, animals, and air. The member...
Refugees | Periscope

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Refugees | Periscope
Episode 1
During times of war, people sometimes have to leave their home, or even their country, for safety. Often these people, or refugees, have no place to live and nothing to eat. They have fled their homes...
Look for School & Community Events | Periscope

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Look for School & Community Events | Periscope
Episode 4
On October 24, be sure to look for school and community events that celebrate the importance of the United Nations to our country and the rest of the world. And, of course, check out the rest of this...
How Can We Celebrate U.N. Day? | Periscope

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How Can We Celebrate U.N. Day? | Periscope
Episode 3
To celebrate United Nations Day, many people experience different cultures by trying a foreign food or learning the language and customs of other countries. Official buildings may fly the U.N. flag to...
Aerial View of United Nations | Periscope

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Aerial View of United Nations | Periscope
Episode 1
The U.N. is an organization that relies on the input of all member countries. The countries in the United Nations are very different, but they must work together to solve problems such as peace and...
United Nations: General Assembly | Periscope

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United Nations: General Assembly | Periscope
Episode 2
Knowing a different language at the United Nations can be a big help. At a U.N. meeting, you will hear many languages spoken and see many different kinds of dress and customs. Helping people from...
Change Your Oil

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Change Your Oil

Students will define saturated fat, unsaturated fat, polyunsaturated fat, monounsaturated fat, and trans fat. They will understand the differences between the types of fat and learn to make healthy...

Fun with Fruits

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Fun with Fruits

Students can define: nutritious, energy, fruit, and healthy foods and snacks. Students will identify the fruit portion of MyPlate and identify the health benefits of eating a variety of fruits.

Prom Graduation Safety | Youth Services

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Prom Graduation Safety | Youth Services
For Educators, Parents and Students New Fads in Teen Alcohol Use with Kristy A. Stoneburner, MPH, CHES, CPP. Ms. Stoneburner is Program Coordinator for Lexington One Community Coalition (LOCC). This...
Bike for Your Life

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Bike for Your Life

Students will define physical activity and health-related fitness. They will identify fun sources of physical activity through a charades game. They will learn the relationship between physical...

Play Hard, Snack Healthy

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Play Hard, Snack Healthy

Students will define hustle, physical activity and variety. They will identify ways to work physical activity into their day. Also they will categorize different healthy snacks into the appropriate...

Aerobic Activity

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Aerobic Activity

Students will define aerobic and anaerobic exercise/activity. They will keep a week-long exercise journal demonstrating these exercises. They will differentiate between them and have the ability to...

Let's Go Play

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Let's Go Play

Students will gain an understanding of muscles, bones, endurance and health-related fitness. They will describe how physical activity helps build strong bones and muscles. They will also identify ways...

Walking the Dog

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Walking the Dog

Students will define physical activity, moderate physical activity, and vigorous physical activity. They will learn the recommended amount of time for physical activity daily and practice multiple...

Go Play Outside!

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Go Play Outside!

Students will gain an understanding of the importance of physical activity and how it connects to the foods they eat. They will participate in an activity and then work together to create a class book...

Garden City Beach, 1986 | History Of SC Slide Collection

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Garden City Beach, 1986 | History Of SC Slide Collection
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Development has drawn increasing numbers of people to the coastal regions of the state since the Second World War. This photo by Bill Scroggins of Garden City Beach in 1986 shows the high tide lapping...
Two Hours (or Less)

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Two Hours (or Less)

Students will gain an understanding on the importance of limiting screen time (watching TV, playing on the computer, video games, etc.) while learning to become more physically active.

Grand Strand | South Carolina Public Radio

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Grand Strand | South Carolina Public Radio
"G" is for Grand Strand. South Carolina’s Grand Strand is an uninterrupted strip of sandy beaches that officially stretches along sixty miles of Horry and Georgetown Counties from the North Carolina...
Hines, John Elbridge | South Carolina Public Radio

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Hines, John Elbridge | South Carolina Public Radio
“H” is for Hines, John Elbridge [1910-1997]. Clergyman. Civil Rights advocate. A native of Seneca, Hines graduated from Sewanee and Virginia Theological Seminary. After being ordained an Episcopal...