Mardi Gras
Religious customs and celebrations from around the world contribute to colorful American traditions and reflect the richness of our multicultural heritage. Mardi Gras, a once-a-year event brought to the United … Continue reading
Be Your Own Valentine
How to love your own healthy self is a sweet gift for Valentine’s Day. Running, jumping, dancing and hopping are just a few ways to get your heart muscle pumping! … Continue reading
Frederick Douglass
Frederick Douglass escaped slavery and became a great reformer, leader of the anti-slavery movement and a champion for human rights.
Thrifty and Fritter Amusement Park Series #4: Earning Money
Meet Thrifty and Fritter—two money-minded hounds with an entrepreneurial spirit! Determined to save money, Thrifty and Fritter think of creative ways to generate cash and watch their savings grow! Your … Continue reading
Killer Whales
Ahoy, mateys! Climb aboard the Kid Scoop Whale Watching vessel as we venture on an ocean tour to learn more about this magnificent creature. Kids will have a whale of … Continue reading
Martin Luther King, Jr.: Equality
What if people with freckles on their faces—or those who are left-handed or with red hair—had privileges others did not? Would that be fair? Teaching children about civil rights and … Continue reading
Polar Bears
Polar bears inhabit the harsh rugged climate of the North Pole in the Arctic Circle. Their unique body structures and fine instincts enable survival in frigid conditions where other species … Continue reading
Holiday Crafts
Elves at the North Pole aren’t the only ones busy with crafts this season. Your junior designer can share in the holiday fun, too, with these simple crafts that use … Continue reading
The Greatest Gift
A gift that keeps on giving is changing lives! Meet Beatrice, a young Ugandan girl who turned goat’s milk into school books through the generosity of Heifer International. Once her … Continue reading
Meet the Mounties
Some communities call them police, others are known as safety officers. In Canada a unique uniformed force that keeps law and order is known as the Royal Canadian Mounted Police—or … Continue reading