Thursday is the fifth day of the week, falling between Wednesday and Friday. For most students, Thursday means the weekend is almost here: just one more day of school to go.

The word comes from ancient Norse mythology. The Norse god Thor, known for his mighty hammer and control over thunder and lightning, gave his name to this day.

In many schools and workplaces, Thursday has a special feeling. It's close enough to Friday that people start looking forward to the weekend, but there's still work to be done. Some families have “Thursday traditions” like eating at a favorite restaurant or having game night, making it a day to anticipate rather than just endure.