In the Know

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

In the News

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