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Today, there are buildings all over the world that stretch up into the sky, a hundred stories or taller. The tallest building in the world, the Burj Khalifa, is more than 160 stories! But skyscrapers … Read more

If you’ve been learning remotely for over a year, going back to school might feel different. You might need to wear a mask to school. If you aren’t used to wearing a mask all the … Read more

You have probably seen the Olympic games in the news this summer. But have you heard of the Paralympics? “Para” means “alongside.” The Paralympic Games take place right after the Olympic games. They are in … Read more

Every August, communities across the country have events for National Night Out. National Night Out is “America’s Night Out Against Crime.” This event helps people learn how to reduce crime. National Night Out has another … Read more

The United States Mint makes coins. The Mint recently announced a new four-year program. It will honor women who did important things in the United States. Their images will appear on quarters starting in January, … Read more

A Global Positioning System (GPS) is a system with three parts: satellites, ground stations, and receivers. More than 30 satellites circle Earth. They send out constant signals. Ground stations use radar to track the satellites. … Read more

June is National Fruits and Vegetables Month! It’s a national celebration to focus on the health benefits of eating fruits and vegetables. Many people grow fruits or vegetables in gardens at their homes. If they … Read more

May is Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month. It’s a great time to learn more about Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders and what they have contributed to the United States. You may already know about court cases … Read more

You have probably heard the word infrastructure in the news. But what does it mean? The infrastructure is made of facilities that people need to live. Bridges, roads, energy plants, water treatment, schools, hospitals, and … Read more