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Tribal Nations Converge on D.C.
Scholastic News Online | 11/3/2009
President Barack Obama is holding a Tribal Nations Conference in Washington, D.C., on November 5. It is the largest summit of its kind in U.S. history and the first presidential meeting with tribal leaders in 15 years.
Flooded Southern States Start to Recover
Scholastic News Online | 9/29/2009
After being devastated by floods for more than a week, much of the southeastern United States is starting to dry out. Over the last few days, students have gone back to school and many people have returned to their homes to review the flood damage.
Readers Theater Play: Roberto Clemente
Scholastic News Online | 9/21/2009
Readers Theater Play: Roberto Clemente
Roberto Clemente's Gifts From the Heart
Scholastic News Online | 9/21/2009
Each year from September 15 to October 15, Hispanic Heritage Month celebrates the contributions of Americans of Spanish and Latin heritage. On Friday, Pittsburgh baseball fans paid tribute to the city's most popular Hispanic hero, Roberto Clemente.
Kids Make a Law!
Scholastic News Online | 9/14/2009
Fourth-graders at Wedgwood Elementary School in Seattle, Washington, recently helped make a law that turned the Olympic marmot into an official symbol of their state.
President Obama to Kids: What's Your Goal?
Scholastic News Online | 9/9/2009
On Tuesday, President Barack Obama delivered a back-to-school address to classrooms all over America. His message was the same for all students: Work hard, take responsibility for your education, and set clear goals for the new school year.
Remembering a Leader
Scholastic News Online | 8/26/2009
The nation is remembering the life of one of its best-known and most widely respected political leaders. U.S. Senator Edward M. Kennedy, known as Ted, died on Wednesday after battling cancer. He was 77.
New Supreme Court Justice Approved
Scholastic News Online | 8/6/2009
Judge Sonia Sotomayor (pronounced so-toe-my-OR) has made history. The United States Senate voted Thursday to confirm, or approve, Sotomayor, making her the first Hispanic Supreme Court Justice.
Fading Fireflies?
Scholastic News Online | 8/4/2009
Fireflies. Lightning bugs. Glow worms. These are names for the tiny flying insects that glow through the summer. But backyards may not be shining as brightly as they used to. Scientists believe the firefly population is declining, and they aren't sure why.
View From the Crown
Scholastic News Online | 7/1/2009
There will be more than fireworks and festivals to celebrate Independence Day this year. On July 4, the crown of the Statue of Liberty will once again be open to visitors.
Excitement Over Electric Books
Scholastic News Online | 6/23/2009
California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger recently announced plans to make electronic math and science textbooks available in California public schools this fall.
Go Play Outside!
Scholastic News Online | 6/11/2009
U.S. and state leaders have a mission for kids across the nation this month--get outside and play! President Barack Obama declared June National Great Outdoors Month. He wants Americans--especially kids--to take time to explore and celebrate national parks and public spaces.
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