December 17 in History for Kids

December 17 collects short history notes for families. The years on this page include 1556, 1616, -497. Violent events and crimes are left off. Each line is a small true thing to ask about, not a whole lesson. February 29 is included so a leap-day birthday still has a page. Walk with the previous and next links, or open the December hub for the rest of the month.

In 1556, Abdul Rahim Khan-I-Khana was born. Abdul became known as poet in Mughal Empire.
In 1616, Roger L'Estrange was born. Roger became known as english pamphleteer and author.
In -497, the first Saturnalia festival is celebrated in ancient Rome.

Pair a date with a story in the library or a geography quiz if you want to keep going.