The highest court in the United States is the Supreme Court. Supreme Court Justice Ginsburg’s death on September 18, 2020 creates a vacancy in the U.S. Supreme Court. Ginsburg was the first Jewish female justice of the Supreme Court and is known for writing many majority opinions. What is the process for choosing the next […]
Believe it or Not!!!
I found this slanted, misleading question below in a current high school history book. It misleads the high school student into thinking that communism is comparable to conservative views in America today. Tell me what you think! “How does this quote fit with what you have learned about Conservative views on government? “Built in 1961, […]
‘Outdoor Kid Activities’ Word Search – Score 100%
I found this website called Gro More which has 72 free lessons focused on the four seasons of a garden. Each activity is fun, hands-on and great for getting your kids outside, exploring and learning. Listen to how Jack planted his beans in the story, “Jack and the Beanstalk” (Learning to Read: Favorite Fairy […]
‘Power Outage’ Word Search – Score 100%
Power outages are happening more and more in the United States. There are currently power outages in Utah, Idaho and Wyoming due to excessively, high wind damage. Listen to the terrible storm in the story, “The Fisherman and His Wife” (Learning to Read: Fairy Tale Adventures)! Enjoy this exciting Power Outage Word Search! Word searches […]
Read a Book Day
Yay! One of my favorite days is here. September 6th is national “Read a Book Day!” We are calling on all book lovers to grab a book they might enjoy and spend part of the day reading! It’s one of life’s simple pleasures. You can even start or join a book club where you will […]
Happy Dog Day!
Bow-Wow! Let’s spoil our four-legged paw friends especially on National Dog Day! Why not: Buy a special toy for your puppy dog Play with your dog Praise your dog Give your dog a special food treat Give your dog a bath or haircut Go for a walk with your dog Pet your dog Look at […]
Explore Your Child’s Options
Help your child be prepared for anything coming their way! Findsomethingnew.org is a website that highlights educational pathways, self-assessments, scholarships, and information about rising careers. It also provides a directory of services like childcare and food assistance. The Interest Assessment shows results for six unique career paths: Realistic (hands-on, building) Investigative (intellectual activities, problem solving) […]
Be Patriotic and Vote!
Be patriotic and vote! Be informed and vote! When you vote you show your support for your favorite candidate and issues! Many have given their lives to support the freedoms we now enjoy!
VOTE – Primary Election
Remember to vote in your state primary election in 2020. A primary election is when voters show support for their favorite candidates and issues for an upcoming election. Tips for teaching your child about the voting process: Model the behavior. Show your child the location where you will be voting. Take something age appropriate to […]
Flooding in China
Recent heavy rains and floods have washed away the Song Dynasty Bridge and destroyed ancient palaces in China. The Yangtze River has risen 16 feet above ground level. To put this in perspective, the Yangtze River is the longest river in Asia, the third-longest in the world, and the longest in the world to flow […]
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