1962
This science fantasy novel by Madeleine L'Engle, was first published in 1962.
What is a "Wrinkle in Time?"
Teri's first pet's name.
Teri's first pet was a hamster named Banana Split.
This country's people was believed to start the tradition of candles on the cake.
The Ancient Greeks decorated cakes with candles as an act of worship to Artemis, the goddess of the moon and the hunt. The candles were meant to make the cakes glow like the moon, and it was believed that the smoke from the candles would carry their wishes up to the gods.
The name of the musician born as William Bruce Rose, Jr. in Lafayette, Indiana.
Who is Axl Rose?
Teri's confirmation name.
Rita
This country made the first actual birthday cakes.
The first actual birthday cake was made in Germany in the Middle Ages. The Germans would celebrate children's birthdays with cake, calling the celebration Kinderfest.
On February 20, 1962, this person became the first American to orbit Earth.
Who is John H. Glenn, Jr.?
In this country you are flipped upside down and lightly bumped on the top of your head for each year, plus one for good luck.
In Ireland, on your birthday someone flips you upside down and lightly bumps the top of your head for each year, plus one for good luck. This birthday celebration is called “bump to grow an inch.” If you make it through 21 years of head bumps, you get a set of keys on your 21st birthday to symbolize unlocking the door to your future.
On Aug 18, 1962, this person joined The Beatles.
Who is Ringo Starr?
In this country, children use whack a stick to get candies and treats.
Pinatas are a popular Mexican birthday celebration. Children gather around to whack the pinatas in an attempt to obtain the candies and treats inside.
In this country, a child's ear is pulled for each year of life.
In Brazil, family members and friends pull on a child’s ear for each year of their life. The hope is they will grow old enough for their ears to reach the ground!