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The Learning Calendar The Learning Calendar is a daily podcast brought to you by the Homeschool Learning Network! You and your children will learn about holidays, famous birthdays and anniversaries, and teachable moments in history! Tune in Monday-Friday to hear a new podcast! Login to Add this to your Playlist Format : Education PodcastDirectory.com's listings of the The Learning Calendar Podcasts
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May 23, 2006 - World Turtle Day Updated: 2006-05-23 10:21:00 Description: May 23 is World Turtle Day! There are about 250 species of turtles and tortoises... there are fresh water turtles, sea turtles, and tortoises - turtles that live on land! In celebration of World Turtle Day, with this podcast, we'll take a look at t...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD May 24, 2006 - Brooklyn Bridge Opens! Updated: 2006-05-24 10:47:00 Description: On May 24, 1883 President Chester Arthur and Governor Grover Clevland officially opened the Brooklyn Bridge before more than 14,000 spectators! The bridge crosses the East River, and connects Brooklyn with Lower Manhattan. While the engineering wa...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD May 25, 2006 - The Release of Star Wars! Updated: 2006-05-25 10:52:00 Description: Thursday, May 25, 2006 marks the 29th anniversary of the first release of the movie, Star Wars. But why are we celebrating the release of a movie? Is it because Star Wars was named #15 on a list of the top 100 films of the 20th century by The Am...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD May 26, 2006 - Sorry Day in Australia Updated: 2006-05-26 12:28:00 Description: Today is Sorry Day in Australia. On May 27, 1997 a Referendum was passed in Australia where 90% of the people voted to remove discrimination clauses in the Australian constitution against Indigenous Australians. In 1995 the Australian Government e...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD May 30, 2006 - The First Daily Newspaper Published in America Updated: 2006-05-30 17:04:00 Description: On this day in 1783, the first American Daily Newspaper was Published! Extra! Extra! Read all about it! Have you heard THAT phrase before? It used to be shouted on the streets to encourage people to buy newspapers… Newspapers today are usually p...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD May 31, 2006 - Walt Whitman's Birthday Updated: 2006-06-01 08:57:00 Description: Walt Whitman was a famous poet – but did you know he was also a journalist, and deeply involved in the politics of the 19th century? Today, we’ll learn a little bit about his life, and hear some of his poetry in honor of his birthday! Today's Podca...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD June 1, 2006 - Summer Safety Month Updated: 2006-06-01 09:00:00 Description: The eagerly awaited summer season begins this month and families begin to move at a more leisurely pace…. In the summer there seems to be a little more time on children's hands…. Time to fill outdoors—in the sun, near the water, on bikes, on boats, a...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD June 2, 2006 - Italy's Republic Day Updated: 2006-06-02 18:25:00 Description: June 2nd is Republic Day in Italy! “Republic” day is the day that countries set aside to commemorate when they became a “Republic” -- and a REPUBLIC is a type of governement where there is ONE leader who is elected by a small body of citizens. ITA...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD May 31, 2006 - Walt Whitman's Birthday Updated: 2006-06-01 08:57:00 Description: Walt Whitman was a famous poet – but did you know he was also a journalist, and deeply involved in the politics of the 19th century? Today, we’ll learn a little bit about his life, and hear some of his poetry in honor of his birthday! Today's Podca...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD June 1, 2006 - Summer Safety Month Updated: 2006-06-01 09:00:00 Description: The eagerly awaited summer season begins this month and families begin to move at a more leisurely pace…. In the summer there seems to be a little more time on children's hands…. Time to fill outdoors—in the sun, near the water, on bikes, on boats, a...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD May 30, 2006 - The First Daily Newspaper Published in America Updated: 2006-05-30 17:04:00 Description: On this day in 1783, the first American Daily Newspaper was Published! Extra! Extra! Read all about it! Have you heard THAT phrase before? It used to be shouted on the streets to encourage people to buy newspapers… Newspapers today are usually p...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD May 26, 2006 - Sorry Day in Australia Updated: 2006-05-26 12:28:00 Description: Today is Sorry Day in Australia. On May 27, 1997 a Referendum was passed in Australia where 90% of the people voted to remove discrimination clauses in the Australian constitution against Indigenous Australians. In 1995 the Australian Government e...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD May 25, 2006 - The Release of Star Wars! Updated: 2006-05-25 10:52:00 Description: Thursday, May 25, 2006 marks the 29th anniversary of the first release of the movie, Star Wars. But why are we celebrating the release of a movie? Is it because Star Wars was named #15 on a list of the top 100 films of the 20th century by The Am...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD May 24, 2006 - Brooklyn Bridge Opens! Updated: 2006-05-24 10:47:00 Description: On May 24, 1883 President Chester Arthur and Governor Grover Clevland officially opened the Brooklyn Bridge before more than 14,000 spectators! The bridge crosses the East River, and connects Brooklyn with Lower Manhattan. While the engineering wa...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD May 23, 2006 - World Turtle Day Updated: 2006-05-23 10:21:00 Description: May 23 is World Turtle Day! There are about 250 species of turtles and tortoises... there are fresh water turtles, sea turtles, and tortoises - turtles that live on land! In celebration of World Turtle Day, with this podcast, we'll take a look at t...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD May 22, 2006 - Buckle Up America Week Updated: 2006-05-22 11:23:00 Description: Today begins "Buckle Up America Week"! Buckle Up America is a campaign to encourage proper safety belt use -- and is coordinated National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Seatbelts were first invented in the 1800s, and first appeared in the Un...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD May 18, 2006 - Mount Saint Helens Eruption Updated: 2006-05-18 18:31:00 Description: On this day in 1980, Mount Saint Helens Volcano Erupted... Mount Saint Helens is a volcano in the state of Washington… and over 25 years ago, it erupted after a couple of months of activity… on this anniversary, we’ll learn a little bit about volca...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD May 19, 2006 - Malcolm X Updated: 2006-05-19 10:20:00 Description: Do you know who Malcom X is? His story – just like him – is a very powerful one! Today, we will look briefly at the life of Malcolm X, and then, to honor his birthday, we will listen to one of his speeches… in his own voice! Today's Podcast: Malco...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD May 15, 2006 - Lewis and Clark Part 1 Updated: 2006-05-15 12:56:00 Description: Yesterday was the anniverary of the start of the famous Lewis and Clark Expedition! Lewis and Clark were great American explorers... how much do YOU know about them? Today, we will enter the world of Lewis and Clark and explore the untouched and wi...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD May 16, 2006 - Lewis and Clark Part II Updated: 2006-05-16 10:28:00 Description: Yesterday, we learned about the FIRST half of the Lewis and Clark Expedition… TODAY we’ll continue on with our story! When we left off, Lewis, Clark, and their team of explorers had traveled far enough across the United States to the glimpse the Ro...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD May 17, 2006 - National Physical Fitness Month! Updated: 2006-05-17 20:41:00 Description: How do YOU stay physically fit? Do you know all of the reasons why physical fitness is GREAT for you? Today we’ll learn about different ways to stay physically fit, and what you can do to keep yourself healthy! Today's Podcast: Physical Fitness Mo...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD May 11, 2006 - Mother's Day is Sunday Updated: 2006-05-11 12:03:00 Description: Mother's Day is celebrated every year on the second Sunday in May. Many people celebrate by spending time with their mothers, making them special breakfasts and giving them gifts of flowers and sweets. It is also a day of remembrance and prayer for m...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD May 12, 2006 - Florence Nightingale's Birthday! Updated: 2006-05-12 10:22:00 Description: May 12th is Florence Nightingale's Birthday. Florence Nightingale's life was long and adventuresome but her most lasting contribution was the founding the nursing occupation. Nightingale saw nursing as more than a job, she saw it as a calling and ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD May 9, 2006 - European Union Observance Updated: 2006-05-09 12:15:00 Description: Even most people in Europe probably do not realize the significance of May 9th to the existence of the European Union. However, it was on this date in 1950, that the first declaration calling for a uniting of economic interests within Europe was rea...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD May 10, 2006 - Golden Spike Anniversary Updated: 2006-05-10 13:27:00 Description: On May 10, 1869 the railroad tracks of the Central Pacific Railroad met those of the Union Pacific at Promontory Summit, Utah. While the ceremony was not especially well-planned or impressive, the significance of the event is tremendous. America ha...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD May 8, 2006 - VE Day Updated: 2006-05-08 11:43:00 Description: On May 8, we celebrate VE Day - which stands for Victory in Europe Day. This date marks the official end to the fighting in Europe in World War II. The War, which is often called "The War to end all Wars" was fought around the world, with two main ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD May 4, 2006 - Hindenburg Disaster Anniversary is Saturday Updated: 2006-05-04 11:46:00 Description: This Saturday is the Anniversary of the Hindenburg Disaster… Have you heard of it? The Hindenburg was a ZEPPLIN – a large, floating airship – filled with hyrdogen to keep it afloat in the air… in 1937, zepplins were starting to become a popular fo...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD May 5, 2006 - Cinco de Mayo! Updated: 2006-05-05 09:43:00 Description: Did you know it’s Cinco De Mayo?! Cinco de Mayo means “The 5th of May” in Spanish – yes, today IS the 5th of May, but WHY are we saying it in Spanish? It’s because it is an important Mexican holiday -- that we celebrate with parties and fun! In to...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD May 3, 2006 - National Bicycling Month! Updated: 2006-05-03 11:48:00 Description: Did you Know this month is National Bicycling Month? Have you dusted off your bicycle and ridden it lately? If not, this is a great time to do it… during National Bicycling Month! Today, sit back and enjoy a look at the history of bicycles, and th...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD April 28, 2006 - National Arbor Day Updated: 2006-04-28 18:45:00 Description: Today ? is National Arbor Day! The most common date for state observances of the holiday is the last Friday in April, but a few states celebrate when the weather is best for tree planting, which is January and February in the south and up to May in...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD April 27, 2006 - Babe Ruth Day Updated: 2006-04-27 10:53:00 Description: Learn about one of the most famous and talented baseball players of all time! Today's Podcast: Babe Ruth Day!...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD April 26, 2006 - John Audubon's Birthday Updated: 2006-04-26 20:18:00 Description: John James Audubon is considered to be one of the first naturalists in America! The National Audubon Society is named after him! Its mission is to conserve and restore natural ecosystems - focusing on birds, other natural wildlife... Let's learn ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD April 25, 2006 - Yesterday: 16th Anniversary of the Hubble Space Telescope Launch! Updated: 2006-04-25 13:15:00 Description: Yesterday was the anniversary of the launch of the Hubble Space Telescope! The hubble was originially scheduled to go up in 1986, but with the Challenger Disaster, it was delayed. It was then launched, in 1990, abourd the Space Shuttle Discovery......more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD April 24 2006 - National Volunteer Week Updated: 2006-04-24 12:53:00 Description: This week, starting Sunday, April 23rd, is National Volunteer Week! Several countries now have National Volunteer Week celebrations including the U.S., Canada, England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, and Australia! In America, National Volunte...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD April 20, 2006 - Earth Day Part 1 Updated: 2006-04-20 10:37:00 Description: This Saturday, April 22, is Earthday! In honor of Earth Day, we will have two days of podcasts!… Today, we’ll learn about the history of Earth Day, and talk about some ways to take part in it… and tomorrow we’ll talk about a specific topic – Climat...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD April 21, 2006 - Earth Day Part 2 Updated: 2006-04-21 17:22:00 Description: Today is Part 2 of our Earthday Podcasts! Yesterday, you learned about the history of Earthday, and you learned what this year’s theme is… today, let’s learn a little bit more about that theme… Climate Change Solutions! Today's Podcast: Earth Day ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD April 19, 2006 - Alcohol Awareness Month Updated: 2006-04-19 11:25:00 Description: For today’s podcast, let’s learn a little bit about alcohol, and how to avoid it! We will look at what alcohol is, learn some important facts – and give you some ideas on how you can stay away from the pressure to drink alcohol…Listen carefully! We’...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD April 18, 2006 - National Wildlife Week Updated: 2006-04-18 11:20:00 Description: Next week, starting on April 22nd, is National Wildlife Week! Each year, the National Wildlife Federation hosts a week in April to help everyone learn about wildlife and endangered species… this year, get an early start by learning about wildlife ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD April 17, 2006 - Yesterday was Wilbur Wright's Birthday! Updated: 2006-04-17 11:22:00 Description: Today we’re celebrating the birthday of one of history’s true pioneers of science: Wilbur Wright. Born on April 16, 1867, Wilbur made history in 1903 on a beach in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina when he became the first human to take flight in a motor...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD April 11, 2006 - April is Poetry Awareness Month! Updated: 2006-04-11 10:56:00 Description: April is Poetry Awareness Month! Last week, we learned about the famous author and poet, Maya Angelou, and we learned about three different types of poems – the HAIKU, the LIMERICK, and FREE VERSE… In honor of Poetry Awareness Month, let’s learn a ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD April 14, 2006 - Tomorrow is Leonardo Da Vinci's Birthday! Updated: 2006-04-14 11:19:00 Description: Who is Leonardo Da Vinci, and what did he contribute to the world? Today, we will learn about this incredible man, and we’ll also learn a little bit about the Renaissance! Listen carefully, we’ll ask you some questions at the end of the podcast to ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD April 13, 2006 - Thomas Jefferson's Birthday! Updated: 2006-04-13 10:32:00 Description: On this day, in the year 1743, Thomas Jefferson was born! Thomas Jefferson was one of America's greatest presidents. He wrote the Declaration of Independence, was responsible for the Louisiana Purchase! What’s that? Stay tuned to find out! To...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD April 12, 2006 - Passover Updated: 2006-04-12 10:56:00 Description: Today is Passover! ...an important day for all those of the Jewish faith. The story of passover is also important Christians... the New Testament tells us that Jesus was celebrating Passover on the night before his crucifixion, which is Holy Thur...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD April 10, 2006 - Pulitzer's Birthday! Updated: 2006-04-10 10:15:00 Description: Imagine that you wrote a story that was soooo good that you won an award that would make you famous! Or, you worked for a newspaper and wrote about such an imporatant story that millions of people around the world would read it? That’s what would h...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Friday, April 7, 2006 - Next Week is Holy Week! Updated: 2006-04-07 11:33:00 Description: Next Week is Holy Week! All around the world, Christians will observe Holy Week next week! Holy Week begins with "Palm Sunday" and ends with "Easter Sunday," one week later! Do you know how Passover, Palm Sunday, Holy Thursday, Good Friday, and E...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD April 6, 2006 - The North Pole is Discovered! Updated: 2006-04-06 10:43:00 Description: On this day in 1909, The North Pole was discovered! The North Pole is an Arctic Region – the coldest place on earth! It NEVER loses its cover of snow and ice… and in the winter, the temperature can be as low as 94 DEGREES below zero! How cold is ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD April 5, 2006 - National Oceans Week Updated: 2006-04-05 11:26:00 Description: This week is National Oceans Week! Learn all about our oceans today in honor of National Oceans week. Today's Podcast: National Oceans Week ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Podcast Updated: 2006-04-03 11:20:00 Description: April 3, 2006 - Washington Irving's Birthday http://idisk.mac.com/homeschoollearning/Public/HLN_TLC-04-03-06.mp3 ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD |
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