Juneteenth

Juneteenth

A quick history lesson –  When President Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation on Jan. 1, 1863 it made slavery illegal. Later in December 1865, slavery in America was formally abolished with the adoption of the 13th Amendment. Fast forward to more recent history. Texas continued the celebration of emancipation, making Juneteenth an official state holiday […]

Score 100% on ‘Stonehedge” Word Search

Ready for the longest day of the year? You can learn more about the upcoming June 21st summer solstice celebration. Let’s have fun with this free online word search called, “Stonehedge.” Word searches develop spelling skills, extend vocabulary, and emphasize pattern recognition. Find all of the hidden words! Enjoy replaying one of your favorite word […]

Who Owns Your Words?

There are two threats in present-day America to our right to “freedom of speech.” Number one is the practice of saying someone has the right to own someone else’s words. Number two is the practice of trying to shut down someone that disagrees with someone else’s opinion. Everyone owns their own words. Everyone has the […]

Score 100% on Word Search Game, ‘World Oceans Day’

Let’s have fun with this free online word search called, “World Oceans Day.”  If you want to read more about this exciting event, go to the topic of Oceans on Britannica. Word searches develop spelling skills, extend vocabulary, and emphasize pattern recognition. Find all of the hidden words! Enjoy replaying one of your favorite word […]