Social Studies – Page 28

Aretha Franklin performs during "The Gospel Tradition: In Performance at the White House" in the East Room of the White House, April 14, 2015.

Remembering Important People

One was known as the Queen of Soul. One was a highly respected politician. One was a global leader for peace. In the past month, several important figures have passed away. People around the world … Read more

California Air National guardsmen from the 129th Rescue Wing perform precision water bucket drops

Wildfires Rage in the Western United States

Did you notice how hot this summer has been? All around the globe, countries have reported record highs. There are a few causes of the heat, including warm ocean temperatures, increasing global temperatures, and bad … Read more

The Constitution and the Spirit of Cooperation

We the People… This phrase is known across the United States as the beginning of our country’s most important document, The Constitution. You may remember from this article, that the Constitution is home to our … Read more

Children in Johannesburgh, South Africa sitting in a carpet as an adult reads a book to them.

Helping Literacy Around the World

Chin Sreyleap had a problem. She worked in a factory in Cambodia that makes clothes. She needed to write down the amount of materials in the factory. Like many women in Cambodia, she began working … Read more

Head and shoulders view of an Asian girl wearing virtual reality glasses sitting in a classroom

How Teachers Work to Improve Schools

It’s the start of another school year! How can you make it the best year yet? There is a lot that students can do, but did you know that teachers try to improve schools, too? … Read more

Donald Trump Nominates Brett Kavanaugh for Supreme Court

The Senate has a very important decision to make. It is about someone who will make very important decisions. They must decide if Brett Kavanaugh will be a Supreme Court Justice. The Supreme Court can … Read more

Waist-length selective focus view of a young boy looking sad while being teased by classmates.

What to Do About School Bullying

It’s back to school time. That means a new class, new teacher, new responsibilities, and new challenges. One of those challenges might be bullying. Bullying is a serious problem in schools across the country. About … Read more

What Are Midterm Elections?

Have you heard people talking about an upcoming vote? There is not a presidential election until 2020. So, what is everyone talking about? Midterm elections. Midterm elections are elections that take place while the president … Read more

Who Do You Cheer For in the World Cup?

Egyptians dress as pharaohs. Argentinians wear shirts that say “Messi.” It’s World Cup time! People cheer their countries on during the World Cup. The United States did not qualify for the games. Who should Americans … Read more

Diverse group of Hipanic and African American friends wave American flags at Independence Day parade in their community. They are each waving and holding a flag. They are dressed casually.

What Does It Mean to Be American?

In July, we celebrate Independence Day. July 4th is known as the United States’ birthday, and many Americans enjoy the day. It is the day that the Declaration of Independence was written. Americans see it … Read more