December 6, 2021
Today’s Events & Happenings in History
December 6, 1884:
The Washington Monument in Washington D.C. was completed.
The Washington Monument in Washington D.C. was completed.
The monument is made of nearly 36,000 blocks of marble and granite and is 555 feet in height. It was the tallest structure in the world at the time of its completion! For more: Watch this video about why the Washington Monument was built.
Writing Prompt of the Day
If you won a million dollars, how would you spend the money?
Today’s Awesome Person in History
Jerry Rice:
In 1992 on this day, Rice catches an NFL record 101st touchdown!
In 1992 on this day, Rice catches an NFL record 101st touchdown!
Rice remains the NFL’s all-time leader in receptions (1,549), yards (22,895) and touchdowns (197). He was inducted into the Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility.
Math Problem of the Day
Colette collects 12 snowflakes. Each snowflake has six sides. How many sides does Colette have in total?