Father's Day

June 20, 2004

This Sunday is Father's Day! 

Do you know the history behind this holiday? 

Complete this WebQuest to learn more!

Name

1.   Who was the person responsible for starting Father's Day?

2.   When and where (U.S. state) was the first Father's Day celebrated?

3.   Why did she choose that date to celebrate it?

4.   In 1924, which president “proclaimed the third Sunday in June Father's Day?

5.   True or False: Father's Day is only celebrated in the United States.   (if false, explain)

6.   The person responsible for starting Father's Day was raised by her mother or father?  

What was this parent's name?

7.   The person responsible for starting Father's Day “thought up the idea while listening to” what?

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