Flags in a neighborhood
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Showing Pride for the Flag

The American flag is one of the most recognized symbols in the world. Americans are so proud of their flag, there is even a holiday just for it! Flag Day is on June 14th and … Read more

American Red Cross Volunteer
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Here to Help

Whenever you see images of a disaster or war, you’ve probably seen another image too — a red cross. The image of a red cross means that people are there to help. The American Red … Read more

Fire Truck
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Always Yield to Emergency Vehicles

Have you ever been riding in a car when an emergency vehicle zooms past with lights flashing and siren blaring? Have you seen an emergency vehicle stopped on the side of the road to provide … Read more

Temple Grandin
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Temple Grandin

World Autism Awareness Day will take place on April 2, 2019. It is a time to recognize people with Autism Spectrum Disorder, like Temple Grandin. Despite her early struggles, she grew up to make a huge … Read more

Shirley Chisholm
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When Will a Woman Be President?

There are more women in Congress than there have ever been at any time in United States history. Three women sit on the Supreme Court. Women have made tremendous strides in government, but there is … Read more

Joshua Tree
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Joshua Tree National Park: A Desert at Risk

Joshua trees are in trouble. And sadly, this isn’t the first time these beautiful desert plants have been threatened.  In the early 1900s, people stripped Joshua trees and other plants from California’s deserts to replant … Read more

Academy Awards Ceremony
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The Oscars Take On the Issues

On February 24, people around the world will turn on the television to watch the Academy Awards. They’ll get to see their favorite stars and movies compete for the precious Oscar statuettes. They might also … Read more

Johnson signs Civil Rights Act of 1964
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The Civil Rights Act of 1964

Imagine not being able to eat at a restaurant or go to a movie because of the color of your skin. Well, this could have happened to you if you lived in the United States … Read more