Embedded Files
Writer: Kadyn
Photographers: Celeste and Arshia
Native American Heritage Month
Facts
Facts
Native American Heritage Month actually used to be Native American Heritage Week.
When Europe found the Americas there were already 50 million Native Americans and Indigenous people there.
On May 28, 1830, Andrew Jackson (7th president of the US) signed the Indian Removal Act.
Main Idea
Main Idea
There are more than 9 million Native Americans and Native Alaskans living in the United States right now.
Every November we celebrate Native American Heritage Month. It is a month to honor the Natives. Here are some facts about Native American Heritage Month.
Facts
Facts
Native American Heritage Month was established and started celebrating in November 1990.
President Clinton started Native American Heritage Month in October 1996.
Native American ancestors came to the US 15,000 years ago.
Writer: Emaan
Photographer: Anjali
National Cake Day!
Don’t you love cakes? Cakes come on a lot of occasions, birthdays, weddings, baby showers, anniversaries, and retirement. Did you ever wish there was once a day just for cakes and to eat them all day long? And guess what! There is a day for cakes. It’s called National Cake Day!
HiSTORY OF CAKE DAY
It is celebrated on November 26 because it is the anniversary of when it was invented. Cake Day dates back to the time of the Vikings. They denoted a baked flour confection that was sweetened with honey, which was an invention related to bread. Soon, everyone started eating cake and enjoying it. Eventually, it became a holiday.
How to participate in cake day?
Grab flour and a few pans to bake a cake (any flavor.)
Decorate them any way you like (Just decorate!)
Dust and warm your house with love.
Distribute the cake to families or invite them for a delicious treat!
Eat cake! And have some fun!
FUN FACTS ABOUT CAKE
The word 'cake' originated from the Middle East 'kake'.
The invention of the cake was originally from ancient Egypt as round, flat, unleavened bread that was cooked on a hot stove.
The first idea of the birthday cake was in 1785.
The world's tallest cake was 108ft!
The world's most expensive cake was 35 million dollars!
How to Make a Homemade Vanilla Cake!
INGREDIENTS-
2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cut into 2-tablespoon pieces and softened; plus more for coating pans
2 1/4 cups almond flour(or all-purpose flour)
1 1/3 cups granulated coconut sugar (or regular sugar)
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon vanilla extract (or vanilla flavor)
1 cup milk, room temperature
2 large eggs, room temperature (organic recommended)
LET'S MAKE IT!
Preheat oven to 360º
Butter and flour two 9-inch cake pans. If desired, line the bottom with a circle of parchment paper.
Combine the sugar, flour, baking powder, and salt in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Mix until the dry ingredients are combined.
With the mixer on the lowest speed, add the butter one chunk at a time and blend until the mixture looks sandy, between 30 seconds and 1 minute. Scrape down the bowl and paddle with a rubber spatula.
Add the vanilla extract and, with the mixer on low, pour in the milk. Stop and scrape, then mix for another minute.
Add the first egg and mix on medium-low until completely incorporated. Add the second egg and do the same. Scrape down the bowl and mix until fluffy on medium speed, about 30 seconds.
Pour the batter into the prepared pans and give each one a couple of solid taps on the countertop to release any air bubbles. Transfer the pans to the preheated oven.
Bake for about 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a crumb or two attached. The tops will be golden brown, the edges will pull away from the sides of the pan, and the cakes will spring back when you touch them.
Cool the cakes in their pans on a wire rack for 10 minutes, then loosen the edges by running a knife along the sides of the pan. Turn the cakes out onto the racks and cool for at least 1 hour before frosting.
Frost with your choice of frosting and enjoy!
Writer: Akshara
Photographers: Bhavishya and Celeste
November Holidays
Why does your mom or dad put candles all over the house? Why is the house so bright with lamps or candles? It is Diwali! Diwali is the five-day Festival of Lights, celebrated by millions of Hindus, Sikhs, and Jains across the world. Diwali, which for some also coincides with harvest and new year celebrations, is a festival of new beginnings and the triumph of good over evil and light over darkness. Indians dress up in sarees and paavadai or skirts. That’s it for now! Happy Diwali!
Are you hungry for a turkey or pumpkin pie? Then join us on the day of….Thanksgiving! Thanksgiving is always celebrated on November 25th. Thanksgiving is not just eating turkey or pumpkin pie, it’s about the pilgrims. Now the question in your mind must be, What is a pilgrim? Well, I got the answer. A pilgrim is someone who comes to the United States of America for freedom. So Thanksgiving is a day where we all spend time with our family, friends, and teachers. Conduct a feast and make drawings and art.
Have you wondered why there is a big candle in front of the living room? It is Hanukkah! Hanukkah is where there is a big 9-candled lamp. Hanukkah starts on Sunday, November 28th and ends on Monday, December 6. Hanukkah is celebrated by a type of religion called, Christianity. Christians, Jews, and Muslims, not all the time, but sometimes, celebrate Hanukkah. Hanukkah is also one of the festivals of lights just like Diwali is one! So that’s it for November Holidays! Hope you have fun celebrating!
Writer: Srithika
Photographer: Anjali
Black Friday
Black Friday is the following day after Thanksgiving. Lots of people when they think of Black Friday they think of dark stuff but it's not.
Facts
Facts
Some stores reduce their prices and they open up their shop at an early time and close around midnight. You might see some stores having long lines and people bringing sleeping bags so in the morning they will not miss the sales.
Facts
Facts
Some fun facts about Black Friday are that Black Friday is the biggest shopping day of the year in the biggest economy in the world! The name “Black Friday” was made in Philadelphia in 1966. This year’s Black Friday is on November 26, 2021.
Shops offer deals and discounts and people crowd around shops. Some shops can open from 12 P.M to 12 A.M.
Writer: Isaac
Photographer: Abhiram
Veterans Day
A few days ago it was Veterans Day and the whole school celebrated. To show we celebrate by either wearing red, white, or blue to school that day. We also celebrated by writing a letter to veterans to show our appreciation to the veterans. Today we will talk about what some people learned or know about the famous Veterans Day. So let take a little bit of what we learned or know about veterans or veterans day.
Some of our classmates say that they celebrate Veterans Day by giving thanks to every veteran they see. Others pray to keep them healthy and alive. I myself pray to keep them healthy and alive. Some others may have different ways of celebrating Veterans day but we will get to that soon. Veterans Day a lot of people admire for a different reason and we will get to that right now.
Some people admire veterans because of how good they are. Others admire them because of how brave they are. I myself admire them because they leave their family to protect America. People sometimes go to the parade to admire them also. Veterans will and always be the heroes of.
Here are some other reasons people like or celebrate veterans day. Some do it because they risked their lives to save ours. Some people celebrate Veterans day because their grandparents or parents are one. Some people will go to the parade because they think it's fun. This is why Veterans Day is important.
Writer: Rishika
Photographer: Nishant
Children's Day
November 14 is celebrated as Children’s Day throughout the country. To mark the birth anniversary of independent India’s first Prime Minister, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, this day is celebrated in schools and other places of importance for children. The freedom fighter and politician were extremely fond of children and was fondly called ‘Chacha Nehru’ by them. Even after years of his death, he is remembered by that name and in honor of his contribution and fondness for children, his birth anniversary is celebrated as Children’s Day.
Initially, Children’s Day in India was celebrated on November 20 as per the Universal Children’s Day declared by the United Nations. However, after Jawaharlal Nehru’s demise in 1964, a resolution was passed in the Indian Parliament that declared November 14 as Children’s Day to honor the contribution of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru. The day, as opposed to popular in schools and educational institutions, is marked with special assemblies and functions. Events like quizzes, cultural activities, plays, fancy dress competitions, and many more are held in order to increase participation and make children aware of the rich historical past of the country and the important personalities that were a part of it. The freedom struggle and what followed it are often included in the narration and children are given details about the life of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru who believed them to be the greatest contributors to the nation. “The children of today will make the India of tomorrow. The way we bring them up will determine the future of the country,” he had once said.
The freedom fighter had a significant impact in making great changes in the educational setup of the country and in bringing about much-needed changes in education. He established several educational institutions such as the Indian Institute of Technology (IITs), the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), and the Indian Institute of Management (IIMS), all of which are important to the Indian Educational setup.
Children’s day is also a reminder that every child deserves basic needs that include education, nurturing, and healthcare. Since they are the future of the nation, they hold a lot of potentials and it is important to power it in the right way. Apart from providing basic needs to children, it is also important to educate them about child safety, child hunger, and child health.
Report abuse