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Author Archives: Daniella Navarro
You Can’t See This (Mind Tricks)
Watch this video to see how our brains interpret what our eyes see, and explore why this human trait may have been a necessary adaptation.
Teen Completes Record-Breaking 76-Day Flight Around the World
Follow the journey of one teen’s courageous solo adventure around the world.
America’s homelessness crisis
Homelessness takes many forms and has many causes. It affects over half a million people in the United States alone, and that number is on the rise. Learn about the depth of the problem and what is being done to combat it.
National Association Opposed to Woman Suffrage
Read about the history of opposition to women’s suffrage and view historical documents and images pertaining to the issue in this resource from the National Women’s History Museum.
Self Care 101: Where Did “Self-Care” Even Come From?
Read about the evolution of the concepts of the “self” and “self-care” as it pertains to society and the individual.
When Slavery Is Erased From Plantations
Slavery was a brutal institution in the era of the United States’ founding, but many historical sites fail to address the entwined legacy of former presidents and those they enslaved.
Should America Take Down Monuments That Romanticize Conquistadors?
Statues of conquistadors are facing many of the same criticisms as Confederate statues. How should we treat these statues? Read the article for commentary on a complicated issue.
This Tech Nonprofit Is Trying to Help Homeless People Get IDs
Photo IDs are a necessity for many vital services. Unfortunately, the system for obtaining an ID can be difficult for those experiencing homelessness. Read the article to learn how a group of entrepreneurs are using technology to help.
Food Deserts in America (Infographic)
Many factors influence what Americans eat. Look at the infographic about food deserts to learn about one of these factors.
The New Arecibo Message
In 1974, our greatest minds gathered to craft a message broadcast to aliens. Look at a breakdown of what this message contained.
Taking on Turtle Egg Poaching With Hollywood Decoys
Poaching poses a significant danger to turtle eggs. Watch the video to learn how one group is trying to put an end to this practice.
AR app lets kids with cancer escape into an imaginary world
Watch the video to see how augmented reality can be used to help kids with cancer.
Teen sailor Abby Sunderland’s yacht found intact 8 years after her rescue
Very few people expected Abby Sunderland’s yacht would be found intact after she abandoned it. Which makes its discovery 8 years after her journey so surprising.
Gitanjali Rao: Finding solutions to real problems
Seventh-grader Gitanjali Rao created a lead-in-water detection tool in response to the Flint water crisis. Watch the videos to learn more about her invention.
How Much Would It Cost To Live On Mars?
Look at the infographic for a quick breakdown of the cost to live on Mars.
Sky Racing: Competitive Paragliding With the World’s Best
Two hundred paragliding pilots meet annually for a difficult seven-day marathon in the sky. Watch the video to learn about the experience.
Muckrakers: Journalists of Progressive Era Expose Corruption
Muckrakers exposed corruption and injustices in ways that forced society to examine and confront these issues. We owe many social reforms to the efforts of these brave people.
Could AI help to create a meat-free world?
Reducing or eliminating meat consumption reduces our toll on Earth’s resources. Read about how people are searching for meat-free and sustainable food options.
See what U.S. bills would look like with all women on them
With the help of augmented reality and an app, important women in history can now appear on any dollar bill. Read the article to learn more.