From Nazi Germany to Australia: The Incredible True Story of History’s Longest Kayak Journey
Source: Vanity Fair
Read about the accomplishments and setbacks of one man’s seven-year kayak trip just before the onset of World War II.
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Even 3-year-olds have a sense of justice
Source: Science
In one study, German scientists found that young children display a sense of justice. Read about the experiment that led to the conclusion.
How Jhumpa Lahiri Learned to Write Again
Source: Wall Street Journal
Pulitzer-prize winning author Jhumpa Lahiri, know for writing about themes of nationality and belonging, discusses how learning the Italian language helped her re-discover herself.
The Life-Changing Power Of Redefining How You Measure Success
Source: Forbes
Author and speaker Margie Warrell argues that the key to success is serving others.
By Age Six, Girls Have Already Stopped Thinking of Their Gender as ‘Brilliant’
Source: Smithsonian
Researchers at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign conducted a study to determine when girls begin to accept the stereotype that boys are genuises more often than girls.
Having A Best Friend In Your Teenage Years Could Benefit You For Life
Source: NPR
How important to our well-being are our relationships with others? Read to learn about a 2017 study that suggests there are benefits to having close friendships as a teenager.
Professional Students: Benefits and Risks of Working While in High School
Source: Concordia University - Portland
It may seem like you’re a long way away from being able to have a job, but it’s not too early to start considering whether you should work when you’re in high school.
Last stop — graduation: Utah refugee’s nearly 5-hour commute pays off
Source: Deseret News
Read about the decisions that have set a teenager with a tragic past on the path to a bright future.
How To Fight—and How Not To
Source: Psychology Today
When you find yourself disagreeing with a friend or family member, the best approach may be to make your voice heard, but don’t try to win.
6 Afro-Latinos Open Up About What It Means To Be Black And Latino
Source: HuffPost
Cultural identity plays a large role in how you perceive yourself. Watch as six Afro-Latinos describe the difficulties they face in their struggle for acceptance and what being Afro-Latino means to them.