This year’s winter season has been particularly brutal for many Americans. Watch the short video and read the article that follows about best practices for surviving the cold.
Author Archives: Jessica Volkening-Hayes
Thurgood Marshall
Before he was a Supreme Court Justice, Thurgood Marshall argued the Brown v. Board of Education case, achieving an end to legal school segregation.
These women are shaping the future of African space exploration
Read about three African women who are contributing to space exploration programs on their home continent: a space engineer, a physicist and explorer, and a space law adviser.
7 Characteristics of Heroism
Read about the best ways to positively impact the world around you with this quick list of heroic characteristics.
10 Facts about Madame D’Aulnoy Who Coined the Word Fairytale
D’Aulnoy helped create the fairytale genre we know and enjoy today. Skim the article to find out some interesting facts about her life and work.
Holiday movies for kids feature compelling stories new and familiar
Stories rooted in different traditions, time periods, and experiences appeal to families this holiday season.
The Tragic Myth of the Sun God’s Son
Watch the video and consider what the myth teaches us about science and nature.
Black History Month
Read about its origins and peruse the related readings and images.
Is NASA Really Crashing a Spacecraft into an Asteroid?
Watch the short video and read one of the related articles from NASA to learn why.
6 Black Heroes of the Civil War
In honor of Black History Month, read about these six historical figures.
Heard, Felt, but Barely Seen: How a Volcano Severed Tonga from the World
Read or skim the article for details about the eruption and its fallout.
Tornado Safety
Explore the different tabs on the page to learn about tornadoes and tornado safety.
The life-changing power of assistive technology
Listen to accessibility champion Jane Velkovski explain why assistive technologies should be made more available to everyone who needs them.
20 Must-Read Middle Grade Fairytale Retellings
Peruse this list to find your next read.
What it’s really like to have autism
Listen to Ethan Lisi discuss autistic behaviors and debunk stereotypes.
Yes, scientists are actually building an elevator to space
Watch this video to learn what building this massive structure would all entail.
Greek Myths Have Scary Ideas About Robots and A.I.
While robots and artificial intelligence may seem like recent concepts, some argue that those ideas originated in ancient Greece.
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Explore this site to find out how to prepare for all kinds of disasters, from drought to winter storms.
Meet the Hero: Ralph Lazo
Ralph Lazo, a Mexican American, recognized the injustice of Japanese internment during World War II. He voluntarily stood in solidarity with his Japanese friends in their internment camp, leaving a legacy of bravery.
Deaf Individuals Explain What It Means To Be Deaf
Several deaf individuals speak on what it means to be deaf, what deaf culture is, and how they wish to be perceived and treated.