In February, we celebrate Presidents’ Day. Many schools and banks are closed for the holiday. The post office is closed, too, for the holiday. Click on the link and watch the video.

George Washington

Valentine’s Day is February 14. Many people send cards, flowers, or candy to people they love. Children send cards to their friends and relatives. Some people call Valentine’s day a ‘Hallmark Holiday’. What do you think that means? Write under ‘comments’.

Click on Chinese New Year to watch a video about the holiday.
Do you have any special holidays in your country? Write about it under comments.
Chinese New Year

Do you know what frostbite is?

Do you know how to prevent it?

Frostbite is an injury to a body part caused by freezing.

Frostbite causes a loss of feeling and color in the fingers, toes, ears, nose, cheeks, or chin.

You might not know you have frostbite, because one of the symptoms is numbness.

Seek medical care if you think you have frostbite.

Be prepared for cold weather:

Wear a hat, gloves, boots, and warm clothes when you are outside.

Pay attention to the temperature and the wind chill, so you know if it is colder than normal.

Make sure you have warm clothes with you when you are driving somewhere in your car.  You will be ready for cold weather if your car breaks down.

Click on this link to watch the video about Martin Luther King, Jr.
Learn about the man and the U.S, holiday in January.
After you watch the video, post a comment about what you do to help your community.
Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday

Monticello Blizzard on Storybird

Influenza Symptoms

Influenza (commonly called the “flu”) is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses. The information below describes common flu symptoms…

Be Aware of Common Flu Symptoms

Influenza usually starts suddenly and may include the following symptoms:

Fever (usually high)

Headache

Tiredness (can be extreme)

Cough

Sore throat

Runny or stuffy nose

Body aches

Diarrhea and vomiting (more common among children than adults)

Having these symptoms does not always mean that you have the flu. Many different illnesses, including the common cold, can have similar symptoms.

via CDC – Seasonal Influenza (Flu) – Influenza Symptoms.

Take the quiz. Find out what you know about the flu.