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Books to Introduce Native American Heritage Month to Kids

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In 1990, President George H. W. Bush designated November as National American Indian Heritage Month, also referred to as Native American Heritage Month. Months honoring marginalized people groups are important for bringing awareness of the stories of these people into mainstream consciousness. Of course, we want to celebrate Native American cultures and heritages all year […]

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Celebrating Martinmas in Germany

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Martinmas, celebrated on November 11 each year, is a not-to-be-missed celebration in the Waldorf/ Steiner schools, kindergartens, and communities all around the world. It is also one closely linked to the German culture. Interestingly, Martinmas – also known as St. Martin’s Day – is not originated from Germany but France. It then spread through Europe: Germany,

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10 Fun Facts About Rwanda

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Rwanda is hailed as one of the cleanest nations in East Africa with plastic bag bans and conservation buffer zones. Learn more about Rwanda with these 10 fun facts. I recently spent two weeks in Rwanda, an absolutely beautiful country. Many of us know Rwanda from the film Hotel Rwanda (not for kids, folks!) and

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