Hey there, fellow teachers and parents! 👋 February is right around the corner. And you know what that means? It’s time to celebrate one of America’s greatest heroes—Abraham Lincoln! Every year on February 12th, we honor Honest Abe. But let’s be real. Finding fresh, engaging Lincoln’s Birthday activities for elementary […]
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Why Is Lincoln’s Birthday a Legal Holiday in Some States but Not Others?
You know what’s wild? I’ve been studying American holidays for over three decades. And nothing trips people up quite like Lincoln’s Birthday. Every February 12th, I get the same questions. Is Lincoln’s Birthday a federal holiday? Do I get the day off work? Why does my cousin in Illinois have […]
Abraham Lincoln vs. George Washington: Understanding Presidents’ Day
Presidents’ Day, officially Washington’s Birthday, is a US federal holiday on the third Monday of February, honoring the nation’s presidents and especially George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. In 2026 it falls on Monday, February 16. This guide explains Presidents’ Day: its history, why it is linked to both Washington and […]