Here you will find the latest topical and news stories in the world of social studies.
January 20 is MLK Day. On this day we honor the extraordinary life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dr. King was a tireless civil rights advocate. He spent his life fighting for fair treatment … Read more
Jimmy Carter died peacefully in his hometown of Plains, Georgia, on Sunday, December 29. He was 100 years old. He was the 39th President of the United States (1977–1981). Although he only served one term, … Read more
How much do you know about Australia? Australia is the name of a country and a continent. Australia is the smallest continent but the sixth-largest country in the world by land mass. The country also … Read more
You may not know the name Ella Jenkins, but you have probably heard her music. For almost 70 years, Jenkin wrote and performed music for children. She performed all over the United States and around … Read more
The state of Arizona has seen a surge in Native-owned restaurants. For many years, restaurants that served Native American cuisine were hard to find. But recently, chefs have found success in serving popular Native dishes. … Read more
Donald Trump will return to the White House in January 2025. On November 5, voters chose Trump over Vice President Kamala Harris. This will be his second term. He previously served as president from 2017 … Read more
This November, people will go to the polls to vote. They will vote on many issues. They will vote for representatives in government. They will also vote for the leader of the executive branch of … Read more
Hurricanes are large, destructive storms that form in warm ocean waters. When they travel to land, they can be damaging to any community in their path. Hurricane season lasts from June to November in the … Read more
More than a thousand years ago, an ancient civilization controlled large parts of Central America. They built sprawling cities and palaces. They constructed pyramids that towered over rainforest canopies. They were among the most advanced … Read more
On October 13, 1792, George Washington laid down a very important piece of brick. It was the first piece of brick in what would eventually be called the White House. Back then it was called … Read more
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