Remembering World War I
November 11 is a special holiday that honors veterans of our nation’s efforts to defend freedom, and 2014 marks the 100th anniversary of the onset of one of our nation’s … Continue reading
Self Esteem
Grab your favorite photo of yourself because YOU are the stat of this Kid Scoop issue! Taking time to reflect on what makes you special is an exercise in self-awareness … Continue reading
Mummies
You’ve heard of rap stars! Now meet the original “wrap” stars of Ancient Egypt—mummies. A mummy is a body that has been preserved either on purpose or by accident so … Continue reading
Red Ribbon Week
Each year millions of American students participate in Red Ribbon Week activities designed to support healthy life choices and remain drug free. This issue explains the history of this special … Continue reading
Sun News
What’s new on the sun? Plenty! Discover what’s cooking with the corona. Amaze yourself with amazing facts about its atmosphere. Travel through hot puzzles like an astronaut on a mission … Continue reading
Immunization
If you could look at a single drop of your blood under a powerful microscope, you’d discover a miniature world of living organisms that help you live, grow, and stay … Continue reading
Homeless
Understanding the challenges different families face helps develop compassion in our students, and developing compassion makes a stronger society where civic duty, responsibility and kindness are habits of practice. Being … Continue reading
Happy Cinco de Mayo, Chihuahua Style
Some say the chihuahua is the only dog native to North America. Learn more about chihuahuas and Cinco de Mayo traditions and give your class a lesson with festive language … Continue reading
Limericks
Sharpen your pencils and put your clown hat—it’s time to exercise your funny bones with some limerick writing. Limericks are a special kind of poetry popularized by a man named … Continue reading
World Trade
Did you know when you bite into a chocolate bar you are really taking a trip around the world? The ingredients to make that delightful confection, and many other kinds … Continue reading