September Events - Teachable Moments in September

Here's a more detailed list of September Holidays and Events with worksheets, coloring pages and activities to provide teachable moments for September 1st.

1830 - Mary Had a Little Lamb published

Mary Had a Little Lamb was written by Sarah Josepha Hale and was first published on September 1, 1830. That's a long time ago!

• Printable Poem, Coloring Page and Craft

1923 - Great Kanto Earthquake in Japan

Just before noon on September 1, 1923, the Great Kanto Earthquake struck the Kanto plain in Japan causing much destruction, fires and loss of life. The quake was estimated to measure between 7.9 and 8.4 on the Richter scale. Learn about earthquake safety.

• Earthquake Worksheets and Coloring Pages
• Japan Printables

1939 - World War II Began

On September 1, 1939, Germany invades Poland. Britain and France sent Adolf Hitler an ultimatum: Withdraw German forces or they would go to war against Germany.

• World War II Worksheets and Coloring Pages
• Germany Printables

1985 - Titanic Found

On September 1, 1985, the wreck of the Titanic was found. The Titanic sank on April 15, 1912.

• Titanic Worksheets and Coloring Page

For September 1-15, click on the squares below.
For September 16-30 Holidays, go to September Events 16th - 30th
For an overview, go to September Fundays Calendar