December 9 in History for Kids

December 9 collects short history notes for families. The years on this page include 1608, 1610, 1531, 1851. 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 1608, John Milton was born. John became known as english poet and philosopher.
In 1610, Baldassare Ferri was born. Baldassare became known as italian singer and actor.
In 1531, the Virgin of Guadalupe first appears to Juan Diego at Tepeyac, Mexico City.
In 1851, the first YMCA in North America is established in Montreal.

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