Helpful Ways to Get Boys to Read

Nationwide, more boys than girls seem to be struggling with reading. Here are five tips from teachers, librarians, authors and literacy strategists to encourage...

Sites for Learning About Countries

The sites below have a cool collection of tools to help you learn about different countries. A lot of students have to research countries,...

Uncle Tom’s Cabin Today

The first installment of the serial “Uncle Tom’s Cabin” appeared in a periodical on June 5, 1851. The serial’s popularity was so immense that...

11 Things You May Not Know About Abraham Lincoln

by Denis Cummings Abraham Lincoln is one of the most studied figures in American history, but there is still much you may not know about...

The 7 Wonders of the Ancient World

Centuries ago, in a seemingly lost age where rulers built monuments of stone, seven structures stood out for their grandiosity, and for the awe...

The True Meaning of Memorial Day

Today, Memorial Day is part of the three-day weekend each May that signals the beginning of summer, and is marked by beach trips and...

Understanding Winter Solstice

Winter Solstice this year will fall on December 21, but what exactly is a solstice? Learn more about how this astronomical event has been...

Frozen in Time: A Look at Time Capsules

Time capsules allow their creators to freeze moments in time and communicate those moments to future generations. They encourage a dialogue with history, and...

The Origins of Christmas

December 17, 2013 by Denis Cummings Since the mid-fourth century, Western Christians have celebrated Christmas on Dec. 25 to honor the birth date of Jesus Christ....

Using Computer Programs to Improve Student Writing

March 19, 2010 by Colleen Brondou Students at all levels across the country are struggling to develop writing skills, making some educators turn to Web-based programs...

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Using Computer Programs to Improve Student Writing

March 19, 2010 by Colleen Brondou Students at all levels across the country are struggling to develop writing skills, making some educators turn to Web-based programs...

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