In place of our usual “This Week in Geographic History,” we’ve gathered content related to upcoming events so you can plan ahead over the holidays.
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January
The Consumer Electronics Show

Visual: Infographic: Moore’s Law
Background: The Consumer Electronics Show
Activity: Play the Challenge: Robots! game.
Martin Luther King, Jr.’s Birthday

Visual: 1963 March on Washington
Background: Martin Luther King, Jr. and Civil Rights
Activity: Watch this video about Martin Luther King, Jr.’s life
February
Black History Month

Map: African American Population
Background: Collection of Black History Month resources
Valentine’s Day

Visual: Drawing of a heart (the real kind!)
Background: History of Valentine’s Day
Activity: Learn about the different ways Valentine’s Day is celebrated around the world. Ask students which country’s Valentine’s tradition they like best.