Here you will find the latest topical and news stories in the world of social studies.
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
A train went off its tracks near the border of Pennsylvania and Ohio. The train crashed in a town called East Palestine, Ohio. Many of the train’s cars flipped over. While nobody was killed, this … 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 scenes on January 8th, 2023, looked familiar to viewers in the United States and all over the world. People wore the colors of their country and their carried nation’s flag as they went past … 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
Central Park is a beautiful and peaceful park in the middle of New York City. It is surrounded by a low stone wall with many entryways—called gates—where people can enter the park. These gates are … Read more
Have you ever had a first day at school? Did you feel excited, anxious, or nervous? Maxwell Alejandro Frost might be feeling all these feelings on January 3rd. He is twenty-five years old and he … Read more
On October 4, Rishi Sunak became the United Kingdom’s first prime minister with Indian heritage. A prime minister is the head of the state in the United Kingdom, a country that is made up of … Read more
People think of summertime as a great time to celebrate outdoors with parades, fireworks, and parties. However, many different places in the world also hold outdoor festivals to celebrate the beauty and wonder of winter. … Read more
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