What Does the Secretary of the Treasury Do?
The secretary of the Treasury is responsible for keeping the economy going.
The secretary of the Treasury is another important member of the president’s cabinet. The Treasury oversees…
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Warren G. Harding: The 29th President
Harding won the presidential election of 1920.
Warren G Harding was born November 2, 1865, on a farm in Ohio. He graduated from…
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How Jackie Robinson Integrated Baseball
Before Jackie Robinson, black and white people played on different teams and different leagues.
Jackie Robinson is one of the most important figures of the Civil Rights movement, especially when…
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The Spill: Perseverance on the Red Planet
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Perseverance Pays Off NASA has made history in space exploration again. The 2020 Perseverance Mars rover…
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The Story of the Star-Spangled Banner
It was this flag that Francis Scott Key saw by the dawn’s early light.
The Star-Spangled Banner is more than just the name of our National Anthem. In July 1813,…
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The Spill: World’s Smallest Lizard
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The Most Adorable Reptile EVER Lizards aren’t usually cseen as cute and cuddly, but that has…
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Understanding the President’s Job
The president has a lot of responsibilities.
The president of the United States is head of the Executive Branch and the most well-known…
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Presidents’ Day 2021: Remembering the Strange Ones
Politics has seemed strange lately, but that’s nothing new.
Presidents’ Day is a time to remember and honor all the presidents of the past and…
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The Star-Spangled Banner: The National Anthem
Francis Scott Key’s story of the attack on Fort McHenry was so impressive, it eventually became the national anthem.
The Star-Spangled Banner is a symbol of freedom for Americans, but it also reminds us what…
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Secretary of Defense: Highest Military Official Under President
The secretary of defense is the highest ranking military official and a member of the president’s cabinet.
The secretary of defense is a part of the president’s cabinet and the leader of the…
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Segregation: Keeping Black and White People Apart
For many years in America, black people weren’t allowed to work or live with white people.
Segregation means keeping things or people apart. In United States history, it means the laws and…
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The Spill: Breaking Ties
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Rigors of The Position of Vice President The vice president's job in the United States isn’t…
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Woodrow Wilson: The 28th President
Woodrow Wilson was the last president to ride in a horse-drawn carriage to inauguration.
Woodrow Wilson was the 28th president of the United States. He was born December 28, 1856,…
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What Is the Secretary of State’s Job?
One of the president’s top advisers.
Since 1789, the Department of State – also known as the State Department – has been…
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The Spill: Staying Up Under a Full Moon
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The Full Moon Keeps Us Awake A new sleep study shows that the full moon keeps…
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Martin Luther King: A Civil Rights Leader
MLK spoke out for equality and peace among all races.
Martin Luther King Jr. is a name most Americans know, but who was the man, and…
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What Is the Filibuster?
In the Senate, anyone who doesn’t want a bill to be voted on just has to keep talking.
When a member of the U.S. Senate wants to delay a vote, they can talk for…
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What Is the Paris Climate Accord?
Can an agreement between nations stop climate change?
While in office, President Trump took the United States out of the Paris Climate Accord. But…
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What Are Executive Orders?
Executive orders are the most common presidential papers.
One of the most common “presidential” papers is the executive order. Every American president has created…
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The Spill: What Can We Learn From a Dinosaur’s Rear?
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Lessons From a Dinosaur’s Rear End All birds, amphibians, reptiles, and even a few mammals have…
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What’s Happening With the COVID Vaccines?
Vaccines are being developed all over the world – but some work better than others.
The coronavirus pandemic has given the world a “new normal.” But in less than a year,…
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America Gets a New President
Joe Biden took the oath of office on Inauguration Day.
On January 20, the U.S. inaugurated its 46th president – Joe Biden. Biden took the oath…
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The Spill: A New Record for Ancient Art
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Just When You Think You Have Seen Everything A new record has been set for the…
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Welcoming a New President
A new president gets sworn-in on Inauguration Day.
Inauguration Day is the time set to swear in the new president and vice president of…
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How Did Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Become a Holiday?
It took 18 years and a lot of work to make it happen.
On the third Monday of January, the federal government observes Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. This…
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It’s Martin Luther King Day
Famous words from a man who cared about equal rights.
Martin Luther King, Jr. was a famous leader of the American Civil Rights Movement during the…
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The 25th Amendment
William Taft: The 27th President
Taft took office in 1857 and only served one term.
William Taft (1857-1930) was the 27th president of the United States. He was the only president…
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President Trump Impeached Again
Why was Trump impeached for a second time?
President Trump is the first U.S. president to be impeached twice. The House of Representatives impeached…
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How Does Impeachment Work?
Let’s clear up the confusion about impeachment.
A lot of people don’t really know what impeachment is. Impeachment is a way of making…
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What the Free Press Means for America
A free press keeps America safe from government abuse.
A free press is important to the United States and its citizens. When journalists do their…
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What Is NATO?
Born from World War II, NATO aimed to keep Europe safe.
There were a lot of wars in the first half of the 1900s, including the two…
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The Spill: World’s Tallest Dwarf Animals?
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Dwarf Giraffes? Oh, Yes. Giraffes are the tallest animals on the planet. Their long necks and…
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Congress and the White House Go to the Democrats
With control over the White House and Congress, Democrats can make basically any law they want for two years.
The 2020 elections in November should have answered the question of who will be president and…
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The Story of the Liberty Bell
This bell has honored liberty and those dedicated to it since 1777.
In 1751, the Pennsylvania Assembly ordered the creation of a bell to celebrate the 50th anniversary…
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What Are Presidential Pardons?
How do presidential pardons work?
American presidents can issue pardons to anyone who has been convicted of a federal crime, even…
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Biden Will Be 46th President
Congress confirms Joe Biden will be the next president of the United States.
On January 6, Congress confirmed Joe Biden as the next president of the United States. In…
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Protesters at Congress
Protesters enter the Capitol building.
January 6 was set to be a big day for American politics, and that turned out…
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The Spill: Young Voters Dominate the Peach State
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Georgia’s Newest Voters Dominate There wasn’t a clear winner in two Georgia elections for the U.S.…
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How Congress Counts Electoral Votes and Answers Challenges
The Electoral College chose Joe Biden – now Congress has to count the votes and make a decision.
The Electoral College has chosen former Vice President Joe Biden as winner of the presidential election.…
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How Presidential Elections Have Changed Over the Years
Electing a president is more complicated that many people realize.
Every four years, the United States goes through another presidential election. There are a lot of…
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New Year Resolutions: Promising to Do Better
Many people promise to do better than before at the new year – but you can improve yourself any time.
The beginning of a new year is a good time to get a fresh start, and…
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The Story of Auld Lang Syne
How an old Scottish folk song became a global New Year’s tradition.
There are a lot of Christmas carols, but there’s only one New Year’s song: “Auld Lang…
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New Year Around the World
How different countries celebrate the new year.
As we say goodbye to 2020, a strange year with a novel virus, giant murder hornets,…
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Government Waste in 2020
One Senator wrote a report on how the government wasted money this year.
Politicians spend billions of dollars every year – but do they need to? How much of…
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The Electoral College: Do We Still Need It?
Nearly half of all Americans say we don’t need the Electoral College anymore. Are they right?
Since the United States Constitution was ratified, the president has been chosen by a group of…
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The Spill: A Walkway for the Critters
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A Bridge for Wildlife built a bridge – called the Wildlife Overpass – across a stretch…
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Boxing Day: What Is It?
The day after Christmas has long been a time of giving.
Celebrating Boxing Day on December 26 seems like a very English tradition. As far back as…
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The Start of Christmas Traditions
How has Christmas changed over the centuries?
Christmas is an old and a young holiday – Christians are celebrating the birth of Jesus…
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Christmas Trees: Why Are They So Special?
The Christmas tree tradition hasn’t always been popular in America.
Just about everyone who celebrates Christmas these days have at least one Christmas tree. How did…
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Churches Find Ways to Observe Christmas
Churches have been affected by the coronavirus – but they aren’t letting that stop them.
The COVID pandemic hit the country hard. Businesses have shut down, people have lost their jobs,…
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The Real Story of Santa Claus
Santa Claus lived more than 1,600 years ago in Turkey.
Every Christmas, millions of children look forward to getting presents from Santa Claus. But who is…
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‘Twas The Night Before Christmas
Moore vs. Livingston - who was the real author?
One of the most famous Christmas stories is surrounded in mystery, intrigue, and even a family…
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The Spill: The Christmas Star Returns
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The Star of Wonder For the first time in about 800 years, the rare “Christmas Star”…
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Christmas Caroling Is Good for You!
Sing your songs – science shows it can help your mental health.
Christmas time is here, and one time-honored tradition is singing Christmas songs together. According to a…
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The Symbols of Christmas
Why do we use the symbols we do at Christmas time?
Christmastime is filled with holiday traditions and shiny decorations. Certain symbols are everywhere, but what do…
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Understanding the Electoral College
Who are America’s electors?
During the Constitutional Convention in 1787, one of the most critical issues our Founding Fathers wanted…
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What Is the Third Amendment?
Does the Third Amendment even work?
What is the Third Amendment, and why do we have it? In full, the Third Amendment…
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Israel Reveals the Herodium
Herod the Great had a palace-fortress built, called the Herodium. Now, Israel is opening it up for tourists.
The story of Jesus’ birth and early life isn’t complete without the story of Herod the…
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What is the Black National Anthem?
This song is a part of American History – why has it caused debate?
A piece of American history got national attention again, recently. The song “Lift Ev’ry Voice And…
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Electoral College Voted for Biden
Has the next president been chosen?
The Electoral College voted on Monday, December 14, to declare Joe Biden the winner of the…
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What Is Capitalism?
Capitalism allows buyers and sellers to do what they want.
Capitalism has been raising the worldwide standard of living for years. But governments around the world have…
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The Spill: Breakdancing at the Olympics
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Breakdancing Will Debut As Olympic Event The Paris 2024 Olympics will include a new sport: Breakdancing.…
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In the Middle East, Christmas Is a Dangerous Time
Could you imagine going to jail for celebrating Christmas?
No matter your religion, the holiday season in America is a time for family, friends, and…
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The Spill: Sistine Chapel of the Ancients
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An Unexpected Find in the Amazon In the Amazon jungle, a group of archeologists found an…
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Theodore Roosevelt: 26th President
Roosevelt became president after William McKinley was assassinated.
Theodore “Teddy” Roosevelt was the 26th president of the United States – but that hadn’t been…
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The Spill: Encyclopedia of Smell
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Smelling the World Have you ever wondered what life in the 1500s smelled like? Well, some…
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Thanksgiving Poems
Three verses for Thanksgiving.
LNGenZ offers this selection of Thanksgiving poems. Enjoy! Thanksgiving Traditional The year has turned its circle,…
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Why We Celebrate Thanksgiving
How Americans came to give thanks on this holiday.
Thanksgiving is a time to celebrate with friends and family. Today, most Americans eat turkey and…
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Why Do We Eat Turkey at Thanksgiving?
How did turkey become the official bird of Thanksgiving?
It’s almost Thanksgiving, and with that comes thoughts of big family dinners with a golden turkey…
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Thanksgiving in America – How It All Began
What Happens When Elections Are Challenged?
It isn’t always clear who wins an election – so what do we do to clear it up?
Even though Election Day 2020 has come and gone, there are still many questions about who…
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The Spill: The Death of the Dinosaurs
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Dinosaurs: What Really Wiped Them Out? Scientists believe that dinosaurs were on Earth for more than…
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What Is the Cabinet?
The president runs the executive branch, but he gets a lot of help from the Cabinet.
The president is the head of the executive branch of the federal government. His job is…
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Is Social Media Bad for America?
Why is there so much hate online – and can we stop it?
A Pew Research poll shows that most Americans believe social media has damaged our politics and…
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The Spill: Don’t Forget the Senate!
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Who Will Control the Senate? The 2020 election has been the center of the news cycle…
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Is a Coronavirus Vaccine Coming?
Scientists have made a coronavirus injection.
One of the world’s biggest medical companies says it has a coronavirus injection. Scientists at the…
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A History of Controversial US Elections
There have been several presidential elections in the past that needed more than a simple vote to decide.
Presidential elections usually go smoothly once the votes are in, but sometimes they don’t. In 1800,…
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Do You Know These Famous Veterans?
Which famous veterans can you recognize?
Veterans Day is a time to honor military personnel who have served to protect our freedom…
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Did Joe Biden Really Win the Election?
Joe Biden has been declared the winner by the media – but we don’t actually know yet who won.
A few days after the November 3 election, many have declared Joe Biden to be the…
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Does Voter Turnout Matter?
Why do so many voters refuse to vote?
The number of registered voters who actually cast votes in elections is called voter turnout. The…
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Election Confusion
Not everyone agrees on who is winning the election.
Election Day may have been November 3rd, but a few days later, the winner still hasn’t…
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Election Day 2020: Choosing America’s Next President
What's going on around America this Election Day?
November 3, 2020 is Election Day in the United States. For the first time in four…
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What Are Blue, Red, and Swing States?
Some states almost always support one party – but some aren’t so easy to predict.
Around election time, states are usually called "blue" or "red." Blue stands for the Democratic Party,…
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Trump or Biden: Who Do You Want to Win?
How Halloween Began
The story behind this spooky holiday.
Halloween wasn’t always the fun event it is today. The holiday began with the Celtic people,…
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Celebrating Halloween Around the World
People in many parts of the world celebrate Halloween very differently from us.
When you think of Halloween, you probably imagine spooky costumes, bobbing for apples, and trick-or-treating. While…
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The Spill: Lunar Liquids
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Water on the Moon? We’ve known about water on the moon for a long time. But…
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Are There Ghosts in the White House?
Over the years, many people have claimed to see ghosts in the White House.
“My dear Clara, it seems that the White House is haunted.” These words were written by Major…
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What Does Halloween After Coronavirus Look Like?
Even with social distancing and fear of the virus, it looks like folks will spend plenty of money this Halloween.
Is it going to be a bone-chilling Halloween for retailers, or a frightful season of riches?…
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Who Is Amy Coney Barrett?
Can President Trump get his third Supreme Court nominee confirmed this term?
Amy Coney Barrett is the new judge on the U.S. Supreme Court. Who is she, and…
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Presidential Debates Make a Big Difference to Undecided Voters
Not everyone knows who they’re voting for – and the debates make up a lot of minds.
In recent years, it's become common for presidential candidates to hold debates before election day. This…
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The Spill: Save the Squirrels!
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Keeping Florida’s Flying Squirrels Safe The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission said that over the…
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Is Donald Trump Immune to Coronavirus Now?
The president says he is immune to COVID-19 now that he has had it and recovered.
President Donald Trump recently tweeted that he was immune to COVID-19. Twitter attached a warning saying…
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Voting in America: There Are Some Rules to This Right
If you plan to vote, make sure you know the rules.
The United States Constitution sets out the right of American citizens to vote for public officials.…
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Who Was Christopher Columbus?
From pirates to miscalculations, Columbus never did have much luck on ships.
Christopher Columbus discovered America on October 12, 1492. It was by accident, though. The explorer had…
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Columbus Day: The History and the Conflict
Columbus Day celebrates an Italian explorer – but some think it should recognize the people who were here first.
Columbus Day is celebrated each year on the second Monday in October. It is in honor…
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The Story of the Statue of Liberty
A gift from France to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.
As the Civil War neared its end around 1865, a French historian named Edouard de Laboulaye…
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The Spill: Voting From Space
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Every Vote Counts – Even From Space This year, the nation is trying to prepare for…
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The Supreme Court
The highest court in the land.
The United States Supreme Court is the highest court in the country. It has the final…
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Intro to U.S. Elections
The United States holds major elections every two years – but votes for a president every four years.
Every four years, America holds an election to choose a president. This is one of our…
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President Trump Catches Coronavirus
The president and other world leaders catch COVID.
President Donald Trump and first lady Melania have both caught COVID-19. The president is staying at…
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Is There Life on Venus?
Scientists think there might be.
Scientists are hoping to return to the moon and land on Mars in the next few…
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All About Presidential Debates
A look at the history and importance of debates.
When elections are coming up these days, its common for the presidential candidates to debate each…
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The Spill: A Space Station in the Sea?
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International Deep Sea Station? Have you ever thought about or wanted to live under the sea?…
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The Three Branches of the US Government
The Constitution separated our government into three branches to keep any one from gaining too much power.
Our federal government is made up of three branches: the legislative, executive, and judicial. They are…
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Ruth Bader Ginsburg: A Champion of Women’s Rights
Ruth Bader Ginsburg spent her adult life fighting for equality.
Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg died at 87 years old from cancer of the pancreas.…
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The Spill: A 639-Year Performance
Can you imagine a concert lasting 639 years!?
639-Year Project Do you like listening to music, going to concerts? How about being a part…
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The 20th Amendment: Shortening the Lame Duck Period
Thanks to the 20th Amendment, power changes hands much faster than it once did.
The 20th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution might not seem very important. It just changes the…
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The Spill: Screen Time v Green Time
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Screen Time or Green Time? Do you like “screen time” or “green time”? Do you know…
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America Has Changed Since 9/11
Almost 20 years ago, Americans put aside their differences to get through a crisis. What changed?
On September 11, 2001, the Twin Towers in New York were destroyed in a terrorist attack…
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Will Mail-In Voting Cause Electoral Fraud in 2020?
With all the mail-in ballots, can we trust the 2020 election?
The Coronavirus has made a lot of people worried about going out, especially in crowded areas.…
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The Story of Labor Day
The first Labor Day.
Labor Day is a day that honors workers. America normally celebrates with a three-day weekend and…
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The Spill: Flying Cars
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Flying Cars? Maybe as Soon as 2023! Are you ready for flying cars? By the time…
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The History of Slavery
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Comparing Speeches: Trump v Biden
Both candidates gave speeches accepting their nominations. How do they compare?
Now that both the Democratic National Convention and the Republican National Convention are over, we know…
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Why Israel and Palestine Fight
Why isn’t there peace in the Middle East?
President Donald Trump recently announced a peace deal with Israel and the United Arab Emirates (UAE).…
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The Vice Presidency and How It Has Changed
The vice presidency today is very different from the early days of the Republic.
“I am Vice President. In this I am nothing, but I may be everything.” – John…
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The Spill: Enigma Machine
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A Nazi Enigma Machine and the Importance of Codebreaking How would you like to find a…
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Germany and the US: From War to Peace
Can the lessons of history help us deal with bullies?
History is full of war all over the world. Often, one war leads to another, but…
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Should Schools Reopen?
Many schools across the nation are reopening now – but many aren’t.
When the Coronavirus pandemic began, schools closed to avoid spreading the illness. Some big cities, which…
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Political National Conventions
What makes them so important?
Every four years, the Republican Party and Democratic Party hold their national conventions. This happens when…
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Prohibition: When Alcohol Was Illegal
The government banned alcohol for 13 years, but it failed to end drunkenness.
Did you know alcohol was once illegal? The 18th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution banned alcohol…
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Lewis and Clark: Exploring the New Land
After the Louisiana Purchase, someone had to explore the new territory.
The United States bought the Louisiana Territory from France in 1803, which doubled the size of…
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From WW2 to Today: Dealing with Bullies
Only one man was brave enough to stand up to Hitler.
During the years leading up to the most terrible conflict in history, one man stood alone.…
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The Spill: Gandhi’s Glasses
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Gandhi’s Historic Glasses Find New Life Imagine a pair of eyeglasses being worth nearly $20,000! If…
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Western Civilization Began in Athens, Rome, and Jerusalem
Most of what it means to be western we can trace back to these three cities.
What does it mean to live in the West? It’s more a way of thinking than…
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Susan B. Anthony Pardoned After a Century
“There shall never be another season of silence until women have the same rights men have on this green earth.” - Susan B. Anthony
August 18 marks 100 years since the 19th Amendment was passed, giving women the right to…
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How Harry T. Burn Saved the 19th Amendment
Tennessee was the last state to ratify the 19th Amendment - but it was a close call.
Both men and women have the right to vote in the United States. But it wasn’t…
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The 19th Amendment: Women Get the Right to Vote
Women couldn’t vote in the United States until the 19th Amendment.
“Everybody counts in applying democracy” – those were the words of Carrie Chapman Catt in 1917.…
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V-J Day: 75 Years of Peace Came at a High Price
75 years ago today, Japan surrendered, ending World War II.
Today, August 15, marks 75 years since Japan surrendered, ending World War II. But the cost…
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The Spill: SOS Rescue
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SOS Saves Sailors Stranded on a Desert Island Being stranded on a deserted island may seem…
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Kamala Harris – The Next VP?
Joe Biden wants Kamala Harris to be his vice president.
Joe Biden is hoping to run for president against Donald Trump, this November. But there’s another…
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The Pluses and Minuses of ZOOM Learning
The awesome and awful about online classrooms.
You haven’t seen the inside of a classroom in months. And it’s not just summer –…
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Who Will Joe Biden Pick for VP?
These ladies are the likely choices.
Joe Biden is running for president this year – he hopes to race against Donald Trump…
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The Great Mask Debate
Should we all be wearing masks? Do the experts even know?
Then and Now When Coronavirus first hit America, there was a lot of misinformation and debate…
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The Spill: Sniffing Out COVID
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Coronavirus Sniffer Dogs in Training Man’s best friend can play fetch, protect your home, take you…
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Will President Trump Ban TikTok?
Do you use TikTok? The president is thinking about banning it.
Do you use TikTok? President Trump said he is thinking about banning the video app. The…
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Trump Administration and Protesters Fight in Portland
The president sent federal agents to protect federal property in Portland, and the protesters weren’t happy about it.
Since the death of George Floyd on May 25, 2020, protests have spread across the United…
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Coronavirus Is Bringing Back Some Good Habits
The family dinner and game night are making a comeback.
Not long ago, someone asked: “What is one good thing that has happened as a result…
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The Spill: 3D-Printed Chicken
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KFC Introduces the Future of “Chicken”? From video games to rockets, the world of technology has…
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Public or Private School?
Is one better than the other?
Who should run schools - the government, or other people? What is better - public schools…
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Election Day Is Just 99 Days Away
Have the majority of Americans already decided who to vote for?
Election day is only 99 days away - on November 3, the American people will chose…
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The Spill: Neowise
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Looking for the NEOWISE Comet Look up in the sky, what do you see? If you’re…
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Nevada: The 36th State
Nevada joined the Union during the Civil War, in 1864.
Nevada became the 36th state of the Union on October 31, 1864. Abraham Lincoln was trying…
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The Uighurs – What's Happening?
What's going on in Xinjiang, China?
China has taken action against three U.S. members of Congress: Representative Chris Smith from New Jersey,…
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Trump Campaign Changes Managers
Can the change improve Trump’s polling?
The next election is coming up in November. The two people running for president, Donald Trump…
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Garden of Heroes: Trump Plans to Raise Statues to more American Heroes
While protesters tear down statues, Trump plans to raise more.
President Trump signed the Executive Order on Building and Rebuilding Monuments to American Heroes on July…
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William McKinley: The 25th president
McKinley won the 1896 election.
William McKinley (1843-1901) was the 25th president of the United States and the third to be…
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Men on Mars: Elon Musk Dreams of the Stars
Elon Musk wants a base on the moon and a city on Mars.
Imagine living on the South Pole. It would be freezing, and you couldn’t go outside. Not…
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Louisiana Purchase: How the West Was Won
The Louisiana Purchase doubled the size of the United States and drove the westward push to the Pacific.
When Thomas Jefferson became the third U.S. president in 1801, the United States stretched from the…
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Nebraska: The 37th State
Nebraska joined the Union in 1867.
Nebraska, the Cornhusker State, didn’t join the Union until two years after the Civil War. It became…
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The Spill: Rare Super Mario
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The Rare and the Bizarre on Sale Auctions are good places to find rare and strange…
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Keeping the Government out of Religion
Without the separation of church and state, the government might be able to decide what you can believe.
Origins In the 1600s, thousands of English people who didn’t believe the same as the Church…
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Benjamin Harrison: The 23rd President
Benjamin Harrison won the 1888 presidential election.
Benjamin Harrison (1833 – 1901) was the 23rd president of the United States. He was also…
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The Spill: HK Freedom
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Hong Kong Loses Freedom Did Hong Kong just lose some of its freedom? Hong Kong is…
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Montana: The 41st State
Montana Joined the Union November 8, 1889.
Montana entered the Union as the 41st state on November 8, 1889. The first white explorers…
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Grover Cleveland: The 22nd President
Cleveland was the first Democrat elected after the Civil War.
Stephen Grover Cleveland (1837 – 1908) was the 22nd president of the United States. During the…
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Will We Ever See Police Reform?
Can members of Congress stop fighting long enough to fix the problem?
Americans have been calling for solutions after the death of George Floyd’s death in police custody.…
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The Declaration of Independence ‘Rough Draught’ Revealed
The Library of Congress has shared scans of the microfilm of Thomas Jefferson’s original thoughts on independence.
When the leaders of the British colonies in America couldn’t stand being ruled by England anymore,…
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The History of Independence Day
From the Declaration of Independence to today.
In April 1775, colonial militiamen and British troops fought in Lexington and Concord, Massachusetts, starting the…
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The Spill: Mississippi Flag
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Changing the Mississippi Flag Slavery has always been a scar on American history. Before the Civil…
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What Does the Right to Assemble Cover?
The First Amendment doesn’t protect violence.
The right to gather is one of the most important rights we have, and it’s protected…
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North America’s New Trade Deal
The U.S., Mexico, and Canada agree to new rules for trade.
A new trade deal was made between the United States, Mexico, and Canada. The rules in…
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Missouri: The 24th State
Missouri joined the Union in 1821.
Missouri, the “Show Me State,” was named after the tribe Missouris. The first explorers showed up…
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Chester A. Arthur: The 21st President
Chester A. Arthur became president after James Garfield was assassinated.
Chester A. Arthur (1829 – 1886) became the 21st president in 1881. History tells us he…
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Protesters Take Down Statues
Can protesters destroy statues?
America has faced a lot of protests in the last few weeks. Protesters have started tearing down…
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Trump and Biden: What Do They Want?
Two men want to be America’s next president – what do they stand for?
The 2020 election will take place in November. Two people will compete to become the next…
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The Spill: Treasures Bold
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Treasure Discovered in Rocky Mountains Who doesn’t love a treasure hunt? One lucky person claimed a…
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Mississippi: The 20th State
Mississippi joined the United States in 1817 – only to leave again in 1861.
Mississippi joined the Union in 1817, becoming the 20th state. It’s also called “The Magnolia State”…
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How Many Earth-Like Planets Are There?
A new study shows there could be as many as six billion in our own galaxy!
Scientists think the Milky Way galaxy is about 100,000 light-years across and 12 billion years old.…
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The National Guard Explained
The Guard is used to protect citizens in many ways – and it has been around a lot longer than you might think.
The National Guard is a part of the U.S. military, mostly made up of reserve guardsmen…
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Father’s Day: A Day to Honor Dad
It’s Father’s Day, but it hasn’t always been celebrated as it is today.
Today is Father’s Day: the one time a year set aside to honor Dad. It wasn’t…
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The Spill: Flag Day
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America Celebrates Flag Day On June 14, 2020, the United States flag turned 243 years old.…
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Trump Makes Changes to Police
After protests, the president calls for better police training.
Recently, Americans have been questioning how the police do their work. Some people are worried about…
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Police Powers Explained
The police have a lot of power, but they have to follow the rules.
Police officers have a lot of power, and a lot of freedom on how to use…
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The Spill: Aten-Class Asteroid
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Asteroid Passes Nearby Earth This weekend, an asteroid flew close by our planet. Luckily, it passed…
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DNA Testing Shows America’s Oldest Family History
According to his DNA test, Dusty Crawford’s ancestors have been in America for at least 17,000 years.
How far back can you trace your family? Most of us can trace our families back…
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A History of American Protest
Protests and riots are nothing new in America.
Protests are not a new thing in America. Sadly, protests can turn violent. Riots have happened…
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Is Protesting More Important Than Social Distancing?
People gather to protest – but what about social distancing?
People are still meeting in the streets to protest the death of George Floyd, and not…
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D-Day: A Soldier's Story
D-Day was an important day in ending World War II.
Marion Robert Goff was a young man who went to fight in World War II. He…
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D-Day: A Soldier’s Story
D-Day was an important day in ending World War II.
Marion Robert Goff was a young man who went to fight in World War II. He…
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The Spill: Unicorn of the Ocean
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First Narwhal Sound Recordings Are there unicorns under the sea? Sure there are, but not the…
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American Cities See Protests and Riots
George Floyd’s death has caused protests in over 100 cities – many of which turned to riots.
People are protesting in U.S. cities. They are protesting the death of a man called George…
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The Spill: Helping Mahouts
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Finding Food for Elephants The Coronavirus pandemic has been hard for places that need tourists to…
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Is There More Than One Universe?
Have scientists found a parallel universe?
Could there be more than one universe? How many different worlds could there be? Many scientists…
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The Story of Memorial Day
A time to think of soldiers who fell to give us freedom.
Memorial Day is a day for Americans to honor and respect the military men and women…
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California City Tries to Open Businesses
Atwater, California is now a sanctuary for businesses.
One city decided not to follow the lockdown rules in its state. The city council in…
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Religious Freedom and Coronavirus
The governor of Virginia is being sued for violating the First Amendment.
Should people be allowed to go to church during the Coronavirus pandemic. In Virginia, the rules…
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Three Teens Make Coronavirus Inventions
These three teens are making a difference.
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed life. It’s hard to deal with social distancing, but some young…
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The Spill: USS Nevada
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Shipwreck of USS Nevada Discovered A relic from World War II was discovered beneath the Pacific…
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The Immune System
How our body fights a virus.
The Coronavirus has a lot of people worried. It’s easy to get scared, but our bodies…
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The Spill: An Old Favor
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Ireland Repays an Old Favor Ireland is helping Native Americans during the Coronavirus pandemic. They are…
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Animals Roam Free During Lockdown
While people have been hiding in their homes from Coronavirus, nature has been refreshed.
While humans are staying at home to avoid Coronavirus, the animal kingdom is using the extra…
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The Rise and Fall of Venezuela
Venezuela used to be a wealthy nation, but today the people are starving.
Venezuela is a country in South America. Once upon a time, it was rich because it…
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Virus Fact File
What is a virus, anyway?
When we get sick, a microbe – like bacteria or a virus – gets inside our…
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Mother’s Day in Lockdown
Let's think about what moms do for us - especially in a pandemic.
Did you know Mother’s Day was originally meant to celebrate just one person? In 1905, Anna…
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Mother's Day in Lockdown
Let's think about what moms do for us - especially in a pandemic.
Did you know Mother’s Day was originally meant to celebrate just one person? In 1905, Anna…
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Remembering VE Day
A day to remember World War II.
May 8 is the anniversary of V.E. Day. That stands for Victory in Europe Day. It…
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The Spill: Social Distancing Hats
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Chinese Students Use Hats to Social Distance After the Coronavirus lockdown, students in China headed back…
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North Korea: What You Should Know
North and South Korea split after WWII.
North Korea is a very mysterious country. It has isolated itself from the rest of the…
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America’s Bird: Bald Eagle Vs. Turkey
Which bird is a better symbol for the United States?
Today, the bald eagle is the national symbol of the United States – but was this…
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Supreme Court Will Hear Arguments by Livestreamed Call
Social distancing prevents meeting in person – but the livestreamed call lets all Americans attend virtually.
The Supreme Court is the highest court in the United States. The nine judges (justices) of…
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The Spill: Pentagon UFO Video
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Government Declassifies Footage of a UFO? Are we alone? Are there aliens flying around in our…
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The South Is Taking an Individual Approach to Reopening
Whether they work together or not, many states are beginning to reopen.
America is finally beginning to open back up. Many states across the nation are working together,…
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Who is Joe Biden?
Could this longtime senator be the next president?
Joe Biden could be the man to challenge President Donald Trump in the 2020 election, but…
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President Trump Announces 60 Days of Limited Immigration
The president hopes to reopen the country soon, and he wants American workers back at work first.
For the next two months, immigration will be limited to people who are applying for a…
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The Spill: World’s Longest Creature
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World’s Longest Animal Discovered Are there UFOs in the sea? Scientists seem to think so, or…
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Americans Protest Coronavirus Lockdown
Has Coronavirus taken too much freedom from Americans?
The Coronavirus lockdown orders have lasted about a month, for most Americans. People are starting to…
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The Life of a Bald Eagle
America’s bird is an interesting creature.
On June 20, 1782, the bald eagle was chosen to be the emblem for the United…
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The Spill: Caveman Discovery
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Not So Primitive Neanderthals, fondly known as “cavemen,” are not commonly thought to be intelligent. They…
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Trump: No More Money To WHO
The president stops sending money to World Health Organization.
President Donald Trump has stopped sending money to the World Health Organization (WHO). He accused the…
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Could Joe Biden be the Next President?
Democrats give support to Biden.
Who will be the next president of the United States? With the election only a few…
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The Origins of Easter Traditions
Where did we get the idea for our most common Easter traditions?
Happy Easter. Traditions for this holy day can differ depending on where a person lives, but…
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Good Friday: The Day Jesus Died in Payment for Sin
Jesus sacrificed himself so that the world could know salvation.
For Christians, Good Friday is one of the most important holidays of the year because it…
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The Spill: Social Distancing at Easter
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Easter and Palm Sunday in the Year of Coronavirus With Easter around the corner, people are…
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Coronavirus Brings Back Orange Juice
Many believe the vitamin C will help them avoid Coronavirus – even though the science doesn’t show that.
Orange juice is back on the table in American homes. Recently, many people have stopped drinking…
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Can We End the Coronavirus Pandemic Soon?
What treatments or vaccines might finally stop Coronavirus?
As the number of Coronavirus cases rises, researchers look for a cure. While scientists try out…
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Social Distancing is Boring, But It Used to Be Worse
Years ago, quarantine didn’t leave much of anything to pass the time.
The Coronavirus pandemic has forced people to practice social distancing to help stop the spread of…
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The Spill: Autism Awareness
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It’s Autism Awareness Week This week is Autism Awareness Week. It is a time for the…
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COVID-19 Update: Social Distancing Must Last a Little Longer
The president believes we can begin recovery by June 1.
To help slow or stop the spread of Coronavirus, President Trump has advised Americans not to…
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What Will School Look Like After Coronavirus?
Will students return to the classroom, or is online education the future?
Schools have closed because of the Coronavirus. That means we get an experiment in different types…
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The Evolution of Hygiene
Hygiene is crucial to avoiding Coronavirus and other illnesses.
Hygiene is the way we stay clean and healthy. Over time, hygiene and cleanliness have changed.…
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The Spill: Little Foot
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An Evolutionary Discovery Nearly 3.7 million years ago, an Australopithecus (pronounced a-struh-luh-pi-thuh-kuhs) named Little Foot fell…
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