December 16, 2021
Today’s Events & Happenings in History
December 16, 1773:
The Boston Tea Party took place in the Boston Harbor as the American colonists protested a tax on tea.
The Boston Tea Party took place in the Boston Harbor as the American colonists protested a tax on tea.
For more: Watch this video from TED-Ed on the story of the Boston Tea Party.
Word of the Day
Repast: a meal.
For more: Describe a delicious “repast” you’ve enjoyed recently.
Would You Rather?
Would you rather always smell something bad or taste something bad?
Optional: find a partner who has an opposing point of view and discuss!
Math Problem of the Day
There are 40 pencils in a jar on the teacher’s desk. Sherri takes out 8 pencils to hand out to students at her table. How many pencils are left in the jar?