Famous Birthdays
This U.S. president, known for the New Deal, was born on August 11, 1884.
Who is Franklin D. Roosevelt?
On August 15, 1945, this war officially ended with Japan’s surrender.
What is World War II?
This civic holiday is celebrated on the first Monday in August in many parts of Canada.
What is Civic Holiday?
This frozen treat is a summer favorite and comes in scoops or cones.
What is ice cream?
This is the hottest time of year in many places.
What is summer? / July
The “Queen of Pop,” born August 16, 1958.
Who is Madonna?
August 28, 1963: He gave his “I Have a Dream” speech.
Who is Martin Luther King Jr.?
August 19 is this fun “vehicle” holiday.
What is National Aviation Day?
These nighttime insects light up the sky.
What are fireflies?
These storms often hit during late summer, especially near oceans.
What are hurricanes?
He played James Bond and was born on August 25, 1930.
Who is Sean Connery?
August 21, 1959: This state became the 50th U.S. state.
What is Hawaii?
his day celebrates sisters and falls on the first Sunday of August.
What is National Sisters Day?
This game involves hitting a shuttlecock back and forth.
What is badminton?
This sticky, heavy air condition often accompanies August heat.
What is humidity?
This famous painter of melting clocks was born August 11, 1904.
Who is Salvador Dalí?
August 8, 1974: He resigned from the presidency.
Who is Richard Nixon?
August 26 celebrates the right to vote for women in the U.S.
What is Women’s Equality Day?
You might visit this body of water during summer: Ontario, Erie, Huron...
What is a Great Lake?
This term refers to a hot, dry wind.
What is a heatwave?
This beloved TV chef, born August 15, 1912, was known for her French cooking.
Who is Julia Child?
The Woodstock Festival began on this date in 1969.
What is August 15?
This sweet day is celebrated on August 10th.
What is National S’mores Day?
This summer Olympic event includes a Vault.
What is gymnastics?
The meteor shower visible in August is called this.
What is the Perseids?