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Images of the Fight to Desegregate Schools
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Wanda Díaz-Merced Listens to the Universe
Ever since she was a child, Wanda Díaz-Merced knew she wanted to be a scientist. While growing up in a small town in Puerto Rico, she and her sister took imaginary trips to faraway galaxies. … Read more
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What Is the Real Lesson of Thanksgiving?
The Pilgrims had what many consider to be the first Thanksgiving in 1621. Abraham Lincoln made Thanksgiving a federal holiday in 1863. The United States has been celebrating Thanksgiving for a long time. However, years … Read more
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Where On Earth Is Route 66?
Have you ever heard the phrase “you can get your kicks on Route 66”? It comes from a song written by Bobby Troupe that has been performed by hundreds of artists. The song celebrates the famous highway Route 66. Route 66 was the first national highway built … Read more