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RWT Literacy Calendar

Not your everyday calendar, here you can find important events in literary history, authors’ birthdays, and a variety of holidays, all with related activities and resources that make them more relevant to students.

In 1847, Bram Stoker, the author of <em>Dracula</em> was born.
November 8
Author & Text
In 1847, Bram Stoker, the author of Dracula was born.

Bram Stoker, the author of Dracula, was born on this date in 1847.
Kristallnacht occurred in 1938.
November 9
Historical Figure & Event
Kristallnacht occurred in 1938.

In 1938, as Hitler began to dominate the lives of the Jewish population of Germany, Nazi soldiers were ordered to destroy Jewish stores and homes o
Veterans Day is celebrated in the United States today.
November 11
Holiday & School Celebration
Veterans Day is celebrated in the United States today.

Today, the United States honors those soldiers who have fought for their country in military service.
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