When people think of Memorial Day they often think of the beginning of summer. Schools close. Pools open. People grill out. But Memorial Day has a more serious side. It is a day to commemorate … Read more
May 8th is a time to show teachers how much you appreciate them. You probably know how much teachers work each and every day of class. But did you know a teacher’s job doesn’t end … Read more
West Virginia had a problem. Teachers had gone on strike because they were not being paid fairly for their work. Governor Jim Justice would not agree to give them more money. This meant schools were … Read more
The Women’s March. The DACA marchers. The March for Our Lives. What’s the deal with all of these rallies? Americans marching together with other Americans is an example of our First Amendment Rights in action. … Read more
Have you ever heard the old phrase, “when life gives you lemons, make lemonade?” It means when something bad, or sour like a lemon happens, you can still make something good, or sweet like lemonade, … Read more
A giant island of trash twice the size of Texas whirls in the Pacific Ocean. Currents pull plastic bottles, bags, and other kinds of trash from streams and lakes all the way out to the … Read more
The Emerald Isle. Eire. Ireland. March is Irish American Heritage month, and on March 17th, we celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day! Saint Patrick’s Day is a fun day to celebrate the Irish culture and wear green, … Read more
Her hair is pulled up inside a red scarf. Her sleeve is rolled up. Her arm looks powerful. Above her are the words “We Can Do It!” Have you seen this picture? It’s Rosie the … Read more
Two major athletic events will happen this winter. They are the 2018 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games. The Olympic Games are a series of winter athletic competitions. The Paralympic Games are a similar series of … Read more
Have you ever seen a protest? If people disagree with something, they might decide to protest it. Sometimes they march. Sometimes they hold signs. Sometimes they stay away from it. In February 1960, a group … Read more
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