Slide 1: What is Columbus Day?
- Columbus Day is a holiday celebrated in the United States.
- It honors Christopher Columbus, who sailed across the Atlantic Ocean.
- Columbus reached the Americas on October 12, 1492.
{The image of Christopher Columbus standing on the shore, looking at the ocean with a ship in the background.}
Slide 2: Who Was Christopher Columbus?
- Christopher Columbus was an Italian explorer.
- He believed he could find a new route to Asia by sailing west.
- He had three ships: the Nina, the Pinta, and the Santa Maria.
{The image of Columbus aboard one of his ships, looking at a map.}
Slide 3: The First Voyage
- Columbus left Spain on August 3, 1492.
- He crossed the Atlantic and reached land on October 12.
- He thought he had reached Asia but actually found the Bahamas.
Slide 4: Why Do We Celebrate Columbus Day?
- Columbus Day is a celebration of exploration and discovery.
- It marks the arrival of Europeans in the Americas.
- It is a day to learn about history and cultures.
Slide 5: When is Columbus Day Celebrated?
- Columbus Day is celebrated on the second Monday of October.
- This means the date changes each year but always falls in October.
- Some schools and businesses are closed on this day.
Slide 6: How Do People Celebrate Columbus Day?
- Some people have parades and festivals.
- Others learn about Columbus and his voyages in school.
- Families may spend time together and talk about history.
Slide 7: Columbus Day vs. Indigenous Peoples' Day
- Some people celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day instead of Columbus Day.
- This day honors the cultures and histories of Native Americans.
- Discussions about the impact of Columbus's arrival on indigenous peoples are important.
Slide 8: Fun Facts about Columbus
- Columbus made four voyages to the New World.
- He never actually set foot on the mainland of North America.
- Columbus thought he reached islands near India!
Slide 9: Activities for Columbus Day
- Create a map showing Columbus's route.
- Build a model of one of Columbus's ships.
- Read stories about Columbus and his adventures.
Slide 10: The Legacy of Columbus
- Columbus's voyages changed the world.
- They opened up trade routes between Europe and the Americas.
- Columbus is a controversial figure in history.
Slide 11: Discussing Columbus Day
- Why do you think some people celebrate this day?
- How might we honor both explorers and indigenous peoples?
- Think about how we tell stories about the past.
Slide 12: Conclusion
- Columbus Day is a day of exploration and discovery.
- It is important to learn from history, both good and bad.
- Let's celebrate in a way that honors everyone involved.
{The image of a classroom where children are discussing and learning about Columbus Day, with maps and books on the table.}