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The Problem with Plastic
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
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Irish Immigrants in the United States
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
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Women’s History: The Story of Rosie the Riveter
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
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Pyeongchang, South Korea to Host Winter Olympics
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
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The Greensboro Sit-Ins
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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The King of Civil Rights
“The time is always right to do what is right.” These words were spoken by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. He worked hard to do the right thing for Americans. On January 15th, we celebrate … Read more
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The Super Bowl: More Than a Football Game
Towards the end of January, people look forward to the Super Bowl. Every year over 100 million Americans watch the Super Bowl on TV. That is almost one out of every three people in the … Read more
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Preparing for Snow
On one day in 1966, fifty inches of snow fell in Camden, NY! Can you believe that? That is about the height of many eight-year-olds! You might be thinking about what you’d do in all … Read more
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Making the Most of Winter Break
For many, the end of December means one thing. Winter break! Some worry that any long breaks from school will turn students’ brains to mush. Well, there are many activities that are fun and can … Read more
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Cultural Correspondents: Eating Crickets
Have you ever eaten a bug on purpose? Have you ever thought about eating a bug? If you’re like me, your first thought was “Yuck!” In some places in the world, eating bugs such as … Read more