Social Studies

Imagine being woken up in the middle of the night by someone yelling and racing down your street on horseback. That’s what many people in Massachusetts heard on the night of April 18, 1775. Paul … Read more

When you think about protecting the environment, one of the first things that comes to mind is probably not the clothes you wear. However, the fashion industry plays a large role in environmental issues today. … Read more

When a devastating earthquake hit Turkey and Syria, it left many people without food, water, and shelter. It also damaged roads and transportation routes. This made it difficult to get supplies to people that badly … Read more

In celebration of Women’s History Month, let’s explore the work of Dr. Paulette Steeves, a woman making history in the field of archaeology. Archaeology is the study of artifacts and other remains to learn about … Read more

Pelé was a famous soccer player and humanitarian. He died on December 29, 2022, at the age of 82. From his early days as a sports superstar to the final years of his life, he … Read more

Valley Forge, Pennsylvania, is an important site to the Revolutionary War. George Washington’s army encamped there during the winter of 1777-1778. Many people visit the site to learn more about American history. They also to … Read more

The photo above was taken in Grenada, Mississippi, in 1966. At that time, hundreds of Black students were trying to attend schools that had previously only allowed White children. As they walked to school, they … Read more