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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
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Dr. Gladys West and the Invention of GPS
Imagine you are on your way home from a friend’s house and can’t remember which way to go. Your GPS can help you. When Dr. Gladys West was growing up GPS did not exist. Dr. … Read more
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Winter Olympics
The Winter Olympics start February 4 in Beijing, China. With the Covid pandemic still making many people sick, China is being very careful to keep the Olympics safe. Officials in China are trying hard to … Read more
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Protecting Ourselves from Mother Nature
When there is a lot of rain in a short time, puddles form on pavements and roads. Riding your bike through deep water on a street can be fun! Sometimes, though, there is too much … Read more
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An Archaeological Treasure at the Bottom of a Lake
Imagine that you are an archaeologist scuba diving for fun. Something on the bottom catches your eye. It’s a canoe sitting on the bottom of a lake! That’s what happened to Tamara Thomsen, an archaeologist … Read more
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The Birmingham Campaign
In the early 1960s, Birmingham, Alabama was a very segregated city. African Americans and White people were kept separated, with separate schools, restaurants, and water fountains. They lived in different parts of town. There were … Read more
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Robots Work!
Robots may seem like something that only appears in books and movies. In fact, scientists and engineers have been building and testing robots for many years. The history of robots has many examples from vacuum … Read more
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Honoring People Who Made a Difference: Dolores Huerta
December 10 is Jane Addams Day, a day to honor all that Jane Addams did during her life to help other people. It is also a day to honor others who carried on her work. … Read more
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International Day of Persons with Disabilities
Some people celebrate International Day of Persons with Disabilities in December. This day focuses on the rights and well-being of people with disabilities. Many communities are making spaces where all children can play together. These … Read more