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It was just past noon on Tuesday, March 5, 1968 in East Los Angeles. Suddenly, thousands of students in four different high schools got up and left their classrooms at the same time. They began … Read more
This summer, when you visit a library, chances are you will see signs for their summer reading programs. You can sign up to keep track of your reading and earn rewards depending on how much … Read more
Have you been to a store recently? Have you noticed the prices for just about everything are getting higher? This is called inflation. Currently, the United States is experiencing its worst inflation in 40 years. … Read more
In China, over 70 cities were placed under heat alerts this summer. In Europe, many countries faced 100 °F for the first time. Cities all over the United States have had record high temperatures. Heat … Read more
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Each June, around the world people dress in bright colors, hold parades, carry rainbow flags, and celebrate. You may have heard this referred to as Pride Month. But what is Pride Month, and why are … Read more
The United States Women’s Soccer Team has won four World Cups. They have also won four Olympic gold medals. On May 18, they won their greatest victory of all. They won equal pay. For many … Read more
How do you find your way from place to place? You might use landmarks. For example, you might know that you can get to your friend’s house by walking three blocks from a park and … Read more
May 16 is National Love a Tree Day. It is important to honor our planet and think about what we can do to protect it. Trees provide shade and a home for birds. They also … Read more
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
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