Here you will find the latest topical and news stories in the world of Social Studies.
Congress returns from their recess after Labor Day. They will have a very serious question to answer when they come back. What can be done about mass shootings? A mass shootingis when someone uses a … Read more
They wear tall, wide-brimmed hats. They are experts at riding horses and using a lasso. Can you think of an image more American than the cowboy? Did you know that if it weren’t for Spanish … Read more
Laura Yeager is a major general in the United States Army. On June 29, 2019, she became the first woman to lead an infantry division. This is an important job in the army. She leads … Read more
Does meeting a new person put your stomach in knots? Would you rather be alone than talk with a group of people? You are not alone. Many people are uncomfortable being the center of attention. … Read more
Every year as the summer ends, millions of students from around the U.S. prepare for the upcoming school year. Depending on where you live or the school you attend, you’re likely to begin school in … Read more
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
Have you ever been in an argument where both sides have good points? How do you decide what is fair? In the United States, we use the Constitution to guide us. However, sometimes people disagree … 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
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