September 12 in History for Kids

September 12 collects short history notes for families. The years on this page include 1590, 1736, 1297. 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 September hub for the rest of the month.

In 1590, María de Zayas was born. María became known as spanish writer.
In 1736, Hsinbyushin was born. Hsinbyushin became known as burmese king.
In 1297, the Treaty of Alcañices, mediated by the pope, between the king Denis of Portugal and king Ferdinand IV of Castile defines the border between the two…

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