Naturally Curious Introduces City Kids to the Great Outdoors
Source: Sierra
A teacher inspired by research that showed the benefits of nature for childhood development, started a curriculum that introduces kids to the outdoors.
Culture & Society
Segregation Now . . .
Source: The Atlantic
Six decades after U.S. schools were ordered to be racially integrated by the Supreme Court, enrollment is sliding back in the direction of segregation.
Native American Pow Wows Celebrate Patriotism, Unity
Source: Voice of America
Learn about the traditions shared by the many different nations and tribes of modern Native Americans.
Teenager fulfills her philanthropic dreams
Source: Dhirubhai Ambani International School
Sixteen year-old Bansini Doshi, spends her time between studies donating books cloths, and other basic items to the underprivileged section of the society through her NGO (non-profit organization), called Dia Foundation. She proves that with determination and great empathy for humanity age doesn’t matter when it comes to helping another human being.
Are polar bear plunges good for you?
Source: CNN
Taking a dip into the icy sea on New Year’s Day has become quite a worldwide tradition. But, doctors advise that taking the plunge is literally not for the faint-hearted!
15 striking photos from the best wildlife photographers of the year
Source: Mashable
Take a look at some stunning and captivating imagery from The Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2017 Awards in Britain. The captions provide some descriptive background to each image.
Some Reflections on ‘My Year of No Shopping’
Source: The Simple Dollar
You might be surprised by what you will find stashed away in cabinets and cupboards! Ann Patchett discovered the effect of shopping for only essential items for a whole year. And, this article is a reflection by another writer on Anne’s essay. How do you think you might feel about taking on such a frugal challenge?
Double-Bind: Three Women of the Harlem Renaissance
Source: Academy of American Poets
Among the more well-known male writers and artists of the Harlem Renaissance existed women who also deserve to be recognized. Read about three writers whose work reflected being both black and female.
Dads who do chores bolster daughters’ aspirations
Source: The University of British Columbia
In a recent study, researchers at the University of British Columbia found that daughters who see their fathers contribute to household chores are more likely to have higher career aspirations.
High and Inside: Morality and Revenge in Baseball
Source: Smithsonian
If a baseball pitcher on Team A intentionally hits a batter on Team B, is it acceptable for the pitcher on Team B later to retaliate by hitting an unrelated batter on Team A? Why? Or why not? This article examines the nature of revenge in baseball.