Recently, wildfires in the western United States have destroyed a lot of land. They have even made the sky turn orange. Why are wildfires becoming so intense? The Climate Change Connection Scientists say climate … Read more
Have you ever wondered why we feel fear? Feeling afraid is a survival mechanism [a system of parts working together]. Our brains are equipped with a fight-or flight response. This response lets us fight a … Read more
President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump tested positive for COVID-19. COVID-19 is the disease caused by the novel coronavirus. Over 7 million Americans have gotten the disease. Most people with COVID-19 recover from … Read more
In the news, you might hear the words stock market and economy. What do these terms mean? How are they different? Economy An economy is a system in which people earn money to pay for … Read more
Donald Trump and Joe Biden are the two major candidates running for United States president. What are some big issues in this year’s elections? Economy The COVID-19 pandemic damaged the United States economy. Many people … Read more
For many people, fall is a time for parties and fun with families and classmates. This year, though, many people are practicing social distancing. Social distancing doesn’t mean you can’t have fun! It’s great to … Read more
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