The Navajo language, or Diné bizaad, is the most commonly spoken Indigenous language in the United States. About 170,000 people speak it fluently. Roughly 7,600 of those are Navajo-only speakers. But the number of Navajos … Read more
On October 13, 1792, George Washington laid down a very important piece of brick. It was the first piece of brick in what would eventually be called the White House. Back then it was called … Read more
You have probably heard that there is an election coming up. It will be on November 5, 2024. American citizens over the age of 18 will get to choose who they want to be president. … Read more
Have you ever laid on the ground and looked for shapes in the clouds. You might have seen different animals, hearts, or racecars. But have you ever seen one that looks like a flying saucer? … Read more
Today, skyscrapers can be found in nearly every major city. In fact, cities seem to compete to see who can build the tallest building. Though buildings keep getting taller, engineers have faced many challenges along … Read more
Before Jack Robinson, Black professional baseball players were not allowed to play on Major League Baseball teams. Instead, they played on teams in the Negro baseball leagues. Many talented baseball players were denied the opportunity … Read more
Last year, the United Nations (UN) celebrated 75 years of global cooperation. This year the UN looks ahead to the organization’s next 75 years. What challenges will world nations face? What opportunities will there be … Read more
Do you know what AI is? AI stands for Artificial Intelligence. It means an intelligence that comes from a computer, rather than a human. AIs can perform complex tasks such as learning and problem solving. … Read more
Have you ever been playing outside on a hot day when you notice your face and hair are all wet? What happened? Don’t sweat it—it’s just sweat! You don’t even notice it is happening, but … Read more
Some call them lightning bugs. Others call them fireflies. Both names refer to the beetles that light up our summer evenings. Adults and children alike delight in observing these fascinating creatures, but most do not … Read more
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