Social Studies – Page 30

The hallway outside the chambers for the House of Representatives is usually empty in August.

How Congress Spends Its Summer Vacation

Just like students, during the summer Congress takes a long break. They do not hold any meetings to pass new laws. Most members of Congress leave town during this time. They call this “recess.” This … Read more

Union workers sometimes demonstrate to get better treatment.

What Has Labor Done for You?

Every September, students and workers celebrate Labor Day. The holiday was suggested by labor unions. These are groups of workers. They want companies to treat workers fairly. You can thank unions for more than just … Read more

Umbrellas can keep the sun away as well as the rain.

Beating the Heat Around the World

August means summer is still blazing hot. You probably do cooling activities, like swimming or playing with water balloons, to beat the heat. But what do people in other countries do when it gets hot? … Read more