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How do Muslims in United States observe Isra and Mi’raj?: Many Muslims in the United States observe Isra and Mi'raj (Al Isra' wal Miraj, Lailat al Mi’raj, or Laylat al Miraj). This event commemorates...
[5/15/2011] California , U.S.A.
CATEGORY: Tell Me Why
TAGS: Al Isra wal Miraj, Lailat al Mi raj, Laylat al Miraj, Prophet Muhammads Journey, Mecca to Jerusalem, Twenty Seventh Day of Rajab, Prayer Services and Sermons, Islamic Centers, Mosques, Five Daily Prayers, Night Journey
What do you mean by the term Angelman syndrome?: Angelman syndrome (AS) is a neuro-genetic disorder characterized by intellectual and developmental delay, sleep disturbance, seizures...
[5/15/2011] Pittsburgh, Pa. , U.S.A.
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TAGS: Angelman Syndrome, Neuro Genetic Disorder, Jerky Movements, Hand Flapping, Frequent Laughter, Happy Demeanor, Syndromes Name, Dr Harry Angelman, Puppet Children, Oil Painting, Boy with Puppet
Students were able to pull their human powered Gamera helicopter a foot into the air: Students at the University of Maryland are claiming a world record after their human-powered Gamera helicopter rose above...
[5/15/2011] Baltimore , USA
CATEGORY: News 4 Kids
TAGS: Students, Able to Pull, Human Powered Gamera Helicopter, Foot into Air, University of Maryland, National Aeronautic Association, Record Attempt, Federation Aeronautique Internationale, Switzerland, Gamera, Giant Flying Turtle, Japanese Monster Movies, Central Cockpit, Giant Blades
What is Trinity Sunday?: Trinity Sunday is the first Sunday after Pentecost and is celebrated by many Christians in the United States. It is one of the few feasts...
[5/14/2011] Springfield, Ma. , U.S.A.
CATEGORY: Tell Me Why
TAGS: Trinity Sunday, First Sunday after Pentecost, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, Special Prayers on Trinity Sunday, Choral Vespers Concerts, Holy Trinity, Trinity Sunday Church Services, Trinity Symbols
What do you mean by Whit Monday or Pentecost Monday?: Many Christians in the United States will observe Whit Monday, or Pentecost Monday. It is the day after Pentecost, also known...
[5/14/2011] New York , U.S.A.
CATEGORY: Tell Me Why
TAGS: Whit Monday, Pentecost Monday, Day after Pentecost, Whit Monday Prayer Rallies, Whitsuntide, Easter Date, Dutch Fourth of July
What is Pentecost?: Pentecost is a Christian holy day commemorating the descent of the Holy Ghost upon the disciples of Jesus Christ, according to New Testament...
[5/14/2011] Washington , U.S.A.
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TAGS: Pentecost, Christian Holy Day, Descent of Holy Ghost, New Testament of Bible, Whitsunday, Whit Sunday, Meaning of Pentecost, Pentecost Feast, Praying Apostles, Gift of Tongues, Jesus Christ, Christian Pentecost, Symbols of Pentecost
What do you mean by the term Jefferson Davis Day?: Jefferson Davis’ Birthday, also known as Jefferson Davis Day, commemorates the birthday of Jefferson Davis, one of the most well...
[5/14/2011] Alabama , U.S.A.
CATEGORY: Tell Me Why
TAGS: Jefferson Davis Day, Birthday of Jefferson Davis, Jefferson Davis State Historic Site Kentucky, President of Confederate States of America, Jefferson Davis National Highway, United States, Jefferson Davis County, Mississippi
Where was the first Postage Stamp used?: The first Postage label or Stamp was used in England in May, 1840. Before the first stamp—the Penny Black of 1840—many marks...
[5/12/2011] England , U.K.
CATEGORY: Tell Me Why
TAGS: First Postage Stamp, Label, Stamp, Penny Black Stamp, Rowland Hill, Sticky Stamp, Stamp Sheets, Rarest Stamp in World
Circle Tag: Summer Outside Games: The first child caught in the circle by being tagged is “it.”
[5/12/2011]
CATEGORY: Games
TAGS: Summer Outside Games, Circle Tag, Circles Diameter, Asphalt or Cement, Guarding Circle, Outside Players, Child in Circle
Red Light: Summer Outside Games: The player who is “it” stands at a goal line.
[5/12/2011]
CATEGORY: Games
TAGS: Summer Outside Games, Red Light, Players, Starting Line, Stop and Call Out, Return to Starting Line, Goal Line