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The first Jewish settlers arrived in North America in 1654. They came to escape persecution from the Spanish and Portuguese in Europe. In the centuries that followed, many more Jews would be forced to leave … Read more

Stereotypes in the media. Vandalism against mosques. Being called “terrorists.” These are just some of the ways Arab Americans experience prejudice in the United States. April is Arab American Heritage month. Let’s look how we … Read more

Susan La Flesche Picotte was born in Nebraska in 1865 and grew up on the Omaha Reservation. At that time, the United States government was forcing Native Americans to live on reservations and to adopt … Read more

Harriet Tubman was born in 1822; so, this year, many around the world will honor her on the 200th anniversary of her birth. On March 12 and 13, there will be a special weekend where … Read more

February is Black History Month. Let’s learn more about the history of Historically Black Colleges and Universities and their importance.  The history of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) stretches back prior to the start … Read more

The Winter Olympics start February 4 in Beijing, China. With the Covid pandemic still making many people sick, China is being very careful to keep the Olympics safe. Officials in China are trying hard to … Read more

Imagine that you are an archaeologist scuba diving for fun. Something on the bottom catches your eye. It’s a canoe sitting on the bottom of a lake! That’s what happened to Tamara Thomsen, an archaeologist … Read more

In the early 1960s, Birmingham, Alabama was a very segregated city. African Americans and White people were kept separated, with separate schools, restaurants, and water fountains. They lived in different parts of town. There were … Read more

December 10 is Jane Addams Day, a day to honor all that Jane Addams did during her life to help other people. It is also a day to honor others who carried on her work. … Read more

Some people celebrate International Day of Persons with Disabilities in December. This day focuses on the rights and well-being of people with disabilities. Many communities are making spaces where all children can play together. These … Read more