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In 1986, Ellen Wille stood to speak at a meeting of FIFA. FIFA is the group that governs soccer for the entire world. No woman had ever spoken at a FIFA meeting before. The group … Read more

We celebrate our freedom every year on the Fourth of July. That is the day that the colonists declared their freedom from Great Britain. Most people think that the Declaration of Independence was signed on … Read more

You probably see an American flag every day. Do you know the history of the flag? America celebrates Flag Day on June 14th. It’s the perfect time to learn more about our flag! On June … Read more

When we look for news, we look try to find out what is happening in the world. News sources provide facts, or things that can be proven true, about events. They tell us who was … Read more

Are you celebrating a birthday this month? Do you know someone who is? The Red Cross will celebrate two very important birthdays this May. First, it will celebrate the birthday of its founder, Henri Dunant … Read more

It’s almost time for summer vacation! During the summer, many people take trips in their cars. Car trips can be exciting. We see new sights. We meet new people and learn new things. Best of … Read more

You may not realize it, but autism is pretty common. In fact, you may know someone with it. The twelfth annual World Autism Awareness Day will take place on April 2, 2019. Its purpose is … Read more

Do you eat enough fruits and vegetables? According to recent studies from the Center of Disease Control, most Americans do not. Schools across the country are trying different ideas to encourage students to eat more … Read more

The Women’s Rights Convention took place in Akron, Ohio in 1851. It was part of a growing movement for Women’s Rights. It would also be the site of one of the most famous speeches in … Read more

Have you ever visited a national park? A national park is a protected area of land. It is set aside by the government for people to enjoy. People can enjoy Joshua Tree National Park in … Read more