December 2017

Blurred motion, evening view of people shopping at the Christmas Market in the Residenzplatz (Cathedral Square) with the Neue Residenz in the background, Old Town, Salzburg, Salzburg, Austria

Staying Sharp During Winter Break

Have you ever heard of the summer slide? Sadly, it’s not an awesome waterpark. It’s the idea that the long break from school will turn students’ brains to mush. For many schools, the end of … Read more

Life in the World’s Coldest City

Did you know that December 21st is the winter solstice? Here in the Northern Hemisphere, that means it is the day with the shortest amount of sunlight all year. The winter season also brings cold … Read more

Man and woman holding nuclear agreement.

Anti-Nuclear Weapon Group Wins Nobel Prize

Wouldn’t it be great if there was an award for people who work for peace won the same way there are awards for athletes who win championships? There is! It’s called the Nobel Peace Prize. … Read more