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Mosquito-Proof Clothing

Mosquito bites aren’t just itchy and annoying. They can cause dangerous diseases. These diseases affect millions of people each year. Experts recommend wearing long clothing to protect yourself from mosquito bites, but some types of … Read more

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Glowing Gases

You might have seen these types of lighted signs hanging outside of businesses or on walls in your town. They are often called neon lights. They are named after one of the gases used to … Read more

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Kansas Led the Way on Women’s Suffrage

Did you know that Kansans were trailblazers for women’s rights? The 19th Amendment finally recognized a woman’s right to vote in nationwide elections in 1920. But long before that, women could vote in Kansas!   In … Read more

Social Studies

3 Historical Eras That Defined Ireland

The history of Ireland stretches back thousands of years. Where do you even start? Let’s explore three important eras that helped define the nation.  1. Celtic Ireland Long ago, when the Roman Empire controlled much … Read more

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Perspectives: Changing Place Names

Names of places may seem permanent, but they’re not. Did you know that New York City has had several names? The area that we know as Manhattan today was originally inhabited by the Lenape. They … Read more