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Valentine’s Day Unboxed (Digital Magazine)

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Today, Valentine’s Day is a worldwide holiday, celebrated with candy, chocolate, love notes, and romantic dinners. But would it surprise you to know that it wasn’t until the Middle Ages that Valentine’s Day really acquired its association with love? Before that, Valentine’s Day was Saint Valentine’s Day, a Catholic feast day, and even before that ancient festivals of fertility dominated the month of February, and were precursors to the Valentine’s celebrations today. In this lesson you’ll… ♥️Learn how Valentine’s Day got its name & the origins of Valentine’s symbols and phrases we still use today 💐 Discover a 19th-century secret language of love that was full of potential miscommunication 🐺Find out what wolves, bees, and birds have in common with Valentine’s Day 💝 Make some Valentines treats and learn the origin of popular candy ☕️ Hold a Valentine’s Day poetry teatime 🌏 Explore celebrations of love & friendship around the world and more! 52 pages, full color
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Uncover the surprising history behind Valentine’s Day with Valentine’s Day Unboxed! This engaging digital magazine takes you beyond the candy and roses to explore the origins, traditions, and global celebrations of love and friendship. Perfect for homeschoolers and history lovers alike, this resource blends historical insight with hands-on activities for an immersive learning experience.

What’s Inside Valentine’s Day Unboxed?

  • The Origins of Valentine’s Day: Learn how the holiday got its name and trace its evolution from ancient fertility festivals to a Catholic feast day and, finally, to the romantic holiday we know today.
  • Symbolism and Traditions: Discover the hidden meanings behind classic symbols and phrases that we still use today. Answer the question: what do almonds, hearts, and amethysts have to do with the holiday’s patron saint?
  • Secret Language of Flowers: Decode a 19th-century love language where every bloom held a special (and sometimes confusing!) message.
  • Animals & Valentine’s Day: Find out what wolves, bees, and birds have to do with romance and why they became linked to February 14.
  • Sweet Treats & Candy Origins: Whip up delicious and festive treats while learning the surprising history behind popular sweets.
  • Poetry & Love Letters: Host a Valentine’s Day poetry teatime and explore the rich literary traditions of love and friendship.
  • Global Celebrations: Explore how love and friendship different cultures around the world celebrate this holiday.

Why Choose Valentine’s Day Unboxed?

  • Comprehensive & Engaging: Go beyond the typical love stories to explore the real history behind Valentine’s Day.
  • Hands-On Learning: Recipes, crafts, and activities bring history to life.
  • Perfect for Homeschool & Classroom Use: Designed for students of all ages, this magazine provides an in-depth yet accessible look at the holiday’s traditions.

Celebrate the History of Love & Friendship

From ancient Rome to modern-day traditions, Valentine’s Day Unboxed reveals the fascinating evolution of this beloved holiday. Download Valentine’s Day Unboxed today and explore the history, symbolism, and global traditions of love!

*In stock boxes will ship in approximately three weeks. For the status of a particular box, please email hello@historyunboxed.com.

Please note that if any items are missing from your order due to low stock, a Note to Buyer will be included on your order and tracking number stating which items will ship separately when available. This will apply to both UPS and USPS tracking numbers!

Are you purchasing for a classroom, large family, or co-op? Please contact us for special pricing on orders of 5+!

Are you ordering with charter funds? Check out our charters page for more information!

Our high-quality hands-on history kits bring civilizations to life for learners of all ages.  Each history box has everything you need for engaging history lessons. Our boxes can serve as a stand-alone history curriculum or paired with traditional social studies curricula.

Looking for group lessons? Check out our History-To-Go kits!

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Uncover the surprising history behind Valentine’s Day with Valentine’s Day Unboxed! This engaging digital magazine takes you beyond the candy and roses to explore the origins, traditions, and global celebrations of love and friendship. Perfect for homeschoolers and history lovers alike, this resource blends historical insight with hands-on activities for an immersive learning experience.

What’s Inside Valentine’s Day Unboxed?

  • The Origins of Valentine’s Day: Learn how the holiday got its name and trace its evolution from ancient fertility festivals to a Catholic feast day and, finally, to the romantic holiday we know today.
  • Symbolism and Traditions: Discover the hidden meanings behind classic symbols and phrases that we still use today. Answer the question: what do almonds, hearts, and amethysts have to do with the holiday’s patron saint?
  • Secret Language of Flowers: Decode a 19th-century love language where every bloom held a special (and sometimes confusing!) message.
  • Animals & Valentine’s Day: Find out what wolves, bees, and birds have to do with romance and why they became linked to February 14.
  • Sweet Treats & Candy Origins: Whip up delicious and festive treats while learning the surprising history behind popular sweets.
  • Poetry & Love Letters: Host a Valentine’s Day poetry teatime and explore the rich literary traditions of love and friendship.
  • Global Celebrations: Explore how love and friendship different cultures around the world celebrate this holiday.

Why Choose Valentine’s Day Unboxed?

  • Comprehensive & Engaging: Go beyond the typical love stories to explore the real history behind Valentine’s Day.
  • Hands-On Learning: Recipes, crafts, and activities bring history to life.
  • Perfect for Homeschool & Classroom Use: Designed for students of all ages, this magazine provides an in-depth yet accessible look at the holiday’s traditions.

Celebrate the History of Love & Friendship

From ancient Rome to modern-day traditions, Valentine’s Day Unboxed reveals the fascinating evolution of this beloved holiday. Download Valentine’s Day Unboxed today and explore the history, symbolism, and global traditions of love!

*In stock boxes will ship in approximately three weeks. For the status of a particular box, please email hello@historyunboxed.com.

Please note that if any items are missing from your order due to low stock, a Note to Buyer will be included on your order and tracking number stating which items will ship separately when available. This will apply to both UPS and USPS tracking numbers!

Are you purchasing for a classroom, large family, or co-op? Please contact us for special pricing on orders of 5+!

Are you ordering with charter funds? Check out our charters page for more information!

Our high-quality hands-on history kits bring civilizations to life for learners of all ages.  Each history box has everything you need for engaging history lessons. Our boxes can serve as a stand-alone history curriculum or paired with traditional social studies curricula.

Looking for group lessons? Check out our History-To-Go kits!

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