Geography Spotlight: The Strait of Hormuz
You may have heard a lot of talk lately about rising gas prices and political tensions with Iran. You may have even heard of a place called the […]
Women’s History Month: Ruth E. Carter
Did you watch this year’s Academy Awards ceremony? If so, you saw history in the making. Costume designer Ruth E. Carter was nominated for an Academy Award for […]
Women’s History Month: Yesterday and Today
March is Women’s History Month: a time to recognize and celebrate the history, achievements, and stories of women and girls around the world. This week btw looks back at […]
Women’s History Month: Alysa Liu
March is Women’s History Month: a time to honor and recognize the widespread accomplishments, achievements, and contributions of women and girls. This week, in honor […]
America250: Telling America’s Story
On July 4, 2026, the United States will celebrate its semiquincentennial, or the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The America250 Project is a yearlong celebration of […]
Women’s History Month: Sylvia J. Ramos
March is Women’s History Month, a time to reflect on the ongoing history, contributions, and influence of women around the world. This week btw honors Sylvia J. Ramos, an important labor union leader. Ramos has spent her […]
Black History Month: Jesse Jackson’s Activist Life
Black History Month is a time to recognize and celebrate the history, culture, and contributions of African Americans. Jesse Jackson, an important civil rights activist […]
Black History Month: Dr. Walter E. Fauntroy
Black History Month is a time to honor and celebrate the contributions, achievements, and rich history of Black Americans. This week btw spotlights Dr. Walter E. Fauntroy, a prominent civil rights leader and groundbreaking legislator. […]
What is President’s Day?
For many Americans, including federal employees, President’s Day means a day off from work. For you and your teachers, it likely means a day off from school. But the holiday is more than just a three-day weekend. It’s a celebration of our first […]
The Ancient Art of Bamboo Scaffolding
Have you ever seen a building under construction? You’ve probably noticed scaffolding, temporary structures that look like a giant grid of poles and boards, which surround the building […]