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Dr. Jane Goodall was a primatologist. This is a scientist who studies primates, such as monkeys, apes, and chimpanzees. She worked for more than 60 years studying chimpanzees. Goodall first started studying chimpanzees in Tanzania. The chimpanzees would run away if she got too close, so … Read more
In some countries, November means winter is coming soon. The days will start to get darker earlier. There are many light festivals around the world in November. These festivals use light in amazing ways! The Yi Peng Lantern Festival is held every year … Read more
Minnesota is a state known for its natural beauty. Its distinct seasons provide great conditions for many different outdoor activities. Long, cold winters bring frozen waterways and heavy snow. People can enjoy ice fishing, skiing, … Read more
Sports are played in different countries around the world. Some people play sports professionally. This means it is their job to play the sport. Professional players might move countries to play their sport. Some players … Read more
Tokyo is the capital of Japan and one of the most exciting cities in the world. More than 13 million people live in the city itself. Over 37 million people live in the larger Tokyo … Read more
Have you ever been kind to someone and noticed how happy it made them? How did it make you feel? The National Make a Difference Day is a special day that happens every year on … Read more
Every year millions of people around the world take part in an event called World Cleanup Day. This day is all about working together to tackle the global waste crisis. That means people in countries … Read more
Multiple rounds of tariffs may drive up prices for American consumers. A tariff is a tax placed on goods from other countries. The US government collects tariff money when goods arrive at a US port … Read more
To travel from England to Ireland, you can cross the Irish Sea. There is an island in the Irish Sea where people have lived for a very long time. This island is called the Isle … Read more
Flash floods devastated parts of Central Texas on July 4 (sudden flooding after heavy rain). The flooding took place after a lot of rain. The rain caused the Guadalupe River to rise 26 feet. The … Read more
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