Presidents Day is a national holiday celebrated in the United States every third Monday of February. The holiday was established to honor the birthdays of two of the country's greatest leaders, George Washington and Abraham Lincoln, however it has been expanded to be a federal holiday honoring all American presidents.
George Washington was the first President of the United States, serving from 1789 to 1797. He played a key role in leading the Continental Army to victory against the British in the American Revolutionary War, and helped draft the Constitution of the United States.
Abraham Lincoln was the 16th President of the United States and is widely regarded as one of the greatest American Presidents. He led the country through its Civil War and worked to preserve the Union, abolish slavery, strengthen the federal government, and modernize the U.S. economy.
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On Presidents Day, many people take the time to reflect on the contributions of these great leaders and what they mean to the country. Schools often hold special events and lessons to educate students about the history of the Presidents and the impact they had on the country.
In addition to honoring Washington and Lincoln, Presidents Day is also a time for celebrating the office of the President and the important role it plays in American society. The President is the head of the executive branch of the federal government and is responsible for leading the country, representing the American people, and serving as the commander-in-chief of the military.
| There are many ways to honor celebrate Presidents Day, including: |
- Learn all the presidents in order. Click HERE for a list.
- Watch The Presidents on the History Channel
- Read a book about a president a you admire. ( Johns Creek Books & Gifts has a great selection)
- Dream about becoming president yourself one day by reading SOFIA VALDEZ, FUTURE PREZ by Andrea Beaty.
- Visit a historical sites: Visit Roosevelt's Little White House and Historic Springs in Warm Springs, GA. This is part of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources State Parks and Historic Sites. Or visit the Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum in Atlanta. Other historic sites to visit include Mount Vernon, the home of George Washington, or the Lincoln Memorial, to learn more about these great leaders and to pay your respects.
- Reflecting on the importance of the Presidency: Take a moment to reflect on the importance of the Presidency and the role it plays in American society. Consider writing a letter to your elected officials or participating in a political campaign to show your support for the democratic process.
- Cook Cherry Turnovers. We heard they were George Washington's favorite!
1 pkg of frozen puff pastry
1 can of cherry pie filling
1 egg
1/2 cup chocolate chips
1/2 cup heavy cream
- Unfold the thawed puff pastry sheet and cut into 6 squares (you will get 6 squares out of one sheet.)
- Fill each square with about 1 and 1/2 Tbsp of the cherry pie filling.
- Fold over the pastry dough and seal with fingers.
- Beat egg and add a tsp of water to make egg wash, then brush top of pastry with the egg wash.
- Bake at 375 until golden brown and allow pastries to cool.
- To make the chocolate sauce, melt the chocolate chips in a double boiler. Once melted, stir in the heavy cream and mix well, then remove from heat.
- Once pastries are cooled, drizzle chocolate sauce on top of your turnovers and enjoy !!
So whether you choose to spend Presidents Day learning about the lives of Washington and Lincoln, or simply enjoying the long weekend, take a moment to reflect on the importance of this holiday and what it represents. Celebrate the legacy of these great leaders and the important role they played in shaping the country we know today.
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