Let’s Celebrate!

What do Independence Day,

Bastille Day and Amelia Earhart have in common?

We celebrate them all in July!

Summer is officially in full swing. This month we have the granddaddy of all American celebrations, the 4th of July!

Independence Day is more than just the day we get to see fireworks or a great movie with Will Smith. It’s the day we celebrate the birth of our nation. In 1776 our forefathers courageously signed the Declaration of Independence. This bold move cemented our place in history as a nation committed to equality, liberty and justice for all. Sometimes it’s hard for children to understand exactly what patriotism means. We found this excellent slide show on Grandparents.com, 7 Ways to Teach Kids What July 4th Means. We love the idea of taking a tour of your own city to see how your government works for you every day. And if Liberty were president, she would make a once-a-week country connection adventure mandatory for all!

We wish you a very happy and safe 4th of July!

Have you ever heard of Bastille Day? It’s a celebration in France that is very similar to our Independence Day. In 1789, the people of France stormed the Bastille and began a revolution to overthrow the monarchy. Today, July 14th is a celebration of, “the end of the French monarchy and the beginning of the French Revolution.” You can find more great details on Bastille Day from KidzWorld.com. Here are some country connections America has with France, and Bastille Day.

• Both France and America have red, white and blue flags
• One of our national symbols was made by a French statue-maker. Can you guess which symbol? Hint: NEW YORK…
• We both celebrate our Independence Day in July
• France and America share a number of sister-cities
• We all love crepes! Crepes are French pancakes!

On July 24th, we celebrate the ground breaking pioneer, Amelia Earhart. A pilot, nurse, feminist and all around one of a kind woman. Here at World of Liberty, we have a bit of a crush on Amelia Earhart.  Amelia’s life ended tragically when she attempted to be the first woman to fly around the world. The mystery surrounding Ms. Earhart’s death is still unsolved, but doesn’t overshadow the incredible deeds she accomplished in her lifetime. Along with her record breaking flights, she inspired women everywhere to pursue their dreams and fly as high as they could. Even the First Lady, Eleanor Roosevelt, was touched by Amelia’s passion.

On July 24th, we challenge you to take a brave step towards your own dreams. Tweet us to let us know what brave step you take! @LibertyExplores

To learn more about our hero, Amelia Earhart check out the sites below.

http://mrnussbaum.com/explorers/earhart/

http://www.ducksters.com/biography/women_leaders/amelia_earhart.php

http://www.ameliaearhartmuseum.org/AmeliaEarhart/AEFunFacts.htm

“Never do things others can do and will do

if there are things others cannot do or will not do.”

~ Amelia Earhart