September 14 in History for Kids

September 14 collects short history notes for families. The years on this page include 1401, 1580, 1226, 1682. 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 1401, Maria of Castile was born. Maria became known as queen consort of Aragon and Naples.
In 1580, Francisco de Quevedo was born. Francisco became known as spanish poet and politician.
In 1226, the first recorded instance of the Catholic practice of perpetual Eucharistic adoration formally begins in Avignon, France.
In 1682, bishop Gore School, one of the oldest schools in Wales, is founded.

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