Here you will find the latest topical and news stories in the world of Social Studies.
It is 2019! Many people see the new year as a time to make a fresh start. They make resolutions. These are decision to start doing something or stop doing something. Many resolutions have to … Read more
The 116th Congress will convene on January 3rd, 2019. Both the Senate and the House of Representatives will swear new leaders in. In the Senate, the President of the Senate, Vice President Mike Pence, will … Read more
Have you noticed that the days are getting shorter? That’s because the Winter Solstice is coming. This December 21st will be the shortest day of the year in North America. What makes the Winter Solstice happen? … Read more
Can you imagine giving a speech in front of a million people? Would you be nervous? Excited? A six-year-old girl from Los Angeles did just that. She did spoke because she wanted to keep her … Read more
What is your favorite part about the holiday season? Is it spending time with your family? Is it eating delicious food? Or is it sharing presents with people you know? For some people, one of … Read more
Two major wildfires are devastating California. Many people have been forced to evacuate their homes [leave their homes for a safer place]. The Camp Fire is burning in Northern California. It is named the Camp Fire … Read more
You probably have a favorite book. Maybe there is a character that you love to read stories about. Maybe you like books that make you laugh. Maybe you like books that make you scared. But … Read more
You probably know the story people tell of the first Thanksgiving. Native Americans helped the Pilgrims of the Plymouth Colony. The Pilgrims had a feast to give thanks. But did you know that several other … Read more
On Tuesday, November 6th, the Midterm Elections were held. People voted for their local leaders. They decided who will represent them in Congress. They made their voices heard. Here are the main questions answered by the … Read more
Columbus Day is a holiday that celebrates the day that Christopher Columbus landed in North America. Columbus Day became a federal holiday in 1937. It was celebrated on October 12. The government changed Columbus Day … Read more
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