How do you hope to change the world?

Teenagers may be young, but they are also determined. And when they come together, they can spark change — as they did in these five instances.

Five Times Young People Changed the World Why Americans Celebrate Black History Month in February Americans have officially celebrated Black History Month since February 10, 1976, when President Gerald R. Ford established it as a national observance in an address that lauded its founder, African-American historian Dr. Carter G. Woodson, and the "impressive contributions of black Americans to our national life and culture." But why February? See more Mother Nature Says Stop Releasing Balloons It's like a Chinese Sky Lantern ceremony, but for the daytime. People release big bunches of balloons for memorial services, grand openings, birthday parties and parades. It's just a Thing We Do, and it's fun. But it's really, really terrible for the environment. See More The Sex Scandals Bringing Down Hollywood   10 Big Questions in the U.S. Gun Control Debate   Cake, Candles and Check: Who Pays the Birthday Dinner Bill? It's an all too common predicament — your birthday is just around the bend and no formal party is in the works, nor has a friend volunteered to throw something together. But it's your party and you'll celebrate if you want to, so you invite a group out to eat! See more >> Copyright © 2018 HowStuffWorks, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in at our website howstuffworks.com Our mailing address is: HowStuffWorks 675 Ponce de Leon Drive NE Suite 4500 Atlanta, Ga 30308 Add us to your address book Want to change how you receive these promotional emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list