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Voyaging the Polynesian Way

Have you ever used a compass? A map? Or do you usually ask your parents for directions? Imagine being in the middle of the ocean and voyaging to islands that are hundreds of miles away—without … Read more

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Fighting Antisemitism

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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Plants Communicate to Survive.

Have you ever heard the flowers in a field whispering to each other? Probably not. But plants—trees, flowers, and bushes—respond instinctively to light, water, and sometimes to touch. What’s more amazing is that they can … Read more

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Overcoming Prejudice Against Arab Americans

Stereotypes in the media. Vandalism against mosques. Being called “terrorists.” These are just some of the ways Arab Americans experience prejudice in the United States. April is Arab American Heritage month. Let’s look how we … Read more

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The Famous Inventor Thomas Edison

Light bulbs. Record players. Motion pictures. These are some of the many inventions made by Thomas Edison. His curious, intellectual spirit led to numerous life-changing discoveries. Thomas Edison was born in Ohio in 1847. He … Read more

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Women’s History Month

Susan La Flesche Picotte was born in Nebraska in 1865 and grew up on the Omaha Reservation. At that time, the United States government was forcing Native Americans to live on reservations and to adopt … Read more

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Harriet Tubman Bicentennial

Harriet Tubman was born in 1822; so, this year, many around the world will honor her on the 200th anniversary of her birth. On March 12 and 13, there will be a special weekend where … Read more

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Black History Month

February is Black History Month. Let’s learn more about the history of Historically Black Colleges and Universities and their importance.  The history of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) stretches back prior to the start … Read more