Social Studies – Page 28

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

Three-quarter length view of three 6-8 year old children using magnifying glasses and looking down at something in the grass that a young man is pointing out to them

Summer Vacation

It’s June! The days are longer and the sun is hotter. Many schools are preparing to wrap up for the school year. What will you do to make the most of your break? People have … Read more

Important Puerto Ricans in American Culture

Puerto Rico is an island that is part of the United States. It is a US territory [land that is owned by the U.S., but not a state]. Its citizens are American citizens. June 10th … Read more

UPDATE: North Korea and United States Proceeds as Planned

President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un announced a summit meeting [a meeting between the leaders of two countries] on June 12. It is a very important meeting. However, it might not … Read more