March is the beginning of tornado season in some parts of the United States. A tornado (a powerful, rotating column of air that touches the ground) can be scary. But there are things you can … Read more
In 1924, Nellie Tayloe Ross was elected governor of Wyoming. She was the first woman to be elected as governor of a state. In 2026, there are 14 female governors in the United States. That is the most women serving as governor at the same time. Photo Credit: Library of Congress Prints … Read more
The Tuskegee Airmen trained in the U.S. Army during World War II. They were known for their bravery and skill. At this time, people who served in the U.S. Army were separated by race. So, a new training program was created only for African Americans. The first pilots to complete the … Read more
It’s February 2nd. Groundhog Day! Famous groundhogs, such as Punxsutawney Phil and Buckeye Chuck, are woken up from their winter sleep. Will they see their shadows? Will spring come early? Or will there be six … Read more
Have you ever been ice skating? Ice is slippery to move on, so when you ice skate, you wear special boots. These boots have a metal blade on the bottom, so you can move smoothly across the ice. Figure skating is a sport where people ice skate. They perform amazing jumps and … Read more
This logo represents the 2026 Winter Olympic Games. They will be held between February 6 and February 22. Two cities in Italy will host the event. They are Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo, also known as Cortina. Let’s learn more about … Read more
On January 3, 2026, many places in the northern hemisphere were cold and covered in snow. That makes sense. It’s winter! But, would you be surprised to know that on that day, Earth was closest … Read more
January 19, 2026, is Martin Luther King, Jr., Day. Dr. King fought for equal rights for African Americans. He used many tools in his mission. He believed sports had a role too.
When it is winter in the United States, it can be summer in other countries! One of these countries is Australia. Australia is between the Indian Ocean and the Pacific Ocean. It is the sixth largest country in the … Read more
The weather forecast for the morning is not great. It is a mix of freezing rain and snow. Meteorologists are telling drivers to be careful. Roads will be slippery. Is there any way to make … Read more
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