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Women heroes – Justice Ginsburg

March 3, 2025
RUTH BADER GINSBURG (1933- ). - Associate Justice on the U.S. Supreme Court since 1993. The Granger Collection / Universal Images Group Rights Managed / For Education Use Only

Welcome to March! This is Women’s History Month, a time to celebrate amazing women. Have you heard of Justice Ginsburg? Ruth Bader Ginsburg was the second woman to serve on the Supreme Court of the United States. She worked really hard to make sure women had the same rights as … Read more

History’s Mysteries

February 3, 2025

Happy February! This month we have many historically important people, events and holidays to learn about. Log in with your Student eAccount and explore Britannica School Edition to see how Valentine’s Day was celebrated in the past and today in cultures around the world. Can you figure out why February … Read more

Sounds of the Holidays

December 6, 2023

Winter holiday season is upon us, and that means it is time for holiday music! You can listen to plenty songs and instrumental music in the Music Online: Popular Music Collection.

Thanksgiving In History

November 3, 2023
Thanksgiving Greetings with turkey

Thanksgiving Day is the last Thursday in November, and a big turkey dinner is traditional. How did this holiday start?

Investigate the California Missions

October 2, 2023

California has 21 historical missions along the coast from San Diego to San Francisco. They were built by the Spanish between 1769 and 1822. These historic buildings can be visited and toured. Some are still active Catholic parishes. They are each about a day’s travel apart by walking, although these days you can drive the whole distance in one day.

Back to School with LearningExpress

September 1, 2023
Learning Express School Center

When you go back to school after a summer of fun, it can be hard to get back to work. The LearningExpress Student Centers, one for Grades 4-8 and one for High School, are a good place to practice study skills and get homework help!