October Holidays and Events - Teachable Moments in October

Here's a more detailed list of October Holidays and Events with worksheets, coloring pages and activities to provide teachable moments for October 15th.

Abraham Lincoln's Beard
On October 15, 1860, 11-year-old Grace Bedell influenced Abraham Lincoln to grow his beard. A few weeks before Lincoln was elected President, Grace Bedell sent him a letter suggesting that he grow a beard to improve his appearance. A few months later, he did just that.

• Abraham Lincoln Printable Worksheets

First Lady Edith Bolling Galt Wilson's Birthday
Edith Bolling Galt Wilson was the president's second wife. She was a big support to President Wilson. In October of 1920, Woodrow Wilson became bedridden after suffering a stroke. Edith managed his appointments and guided his hand to sign papers.

• Edith Bolling Galt Wilson Coloring Page
• Woodrow Wilson Printables

1783 - First Manned Hot Air Balloon Flight
Brothers Joseph and Jacques Montgolfier of France invented the first hot air balloon. After testing with paper and fabric balloons and a public demonstration, The Montgolfier balloon made its first manned flight on October 15, 1783.

• Hot Air Balloon Coloring Page
• First Flights - Montgolfier Brothers by Mary Bellis, About.com Guide to Inventors

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For October 16-30 Holidays, go to October Events 16th - 31st
For an overview, go to October Fundays Calendar