March 3: Helen Keller was born on this date. Although she was deaf and blind, she became a famous writer. Talk with your child about other famous women.

March 10: On this date in 1862, the first paper money was issued. Take your child to the grocery store. Ask him to figure the change. If he’s right, give him the change!

March 13: In 1781, Sir William Herschel discovered the planet Uranus, seventh from the sun. Take a walk with your child and look at the night stars.

March 21: This is the birthday of famous mime Marcel Marceau. Encourage your child to try her skills at mime.

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