• Ten Facts about the Freedom Riders - 11/13/2013

    The Freedom Riders were a very brave group participating in the Civil Rights Movement in 1961. They were fighting to desegregate busses, which in theory should already have happened. The practice, however, was very different. 1. What are Freedom Riders? The Freedom Riders are not specific people,...

  • Ten Facts You May Not Know About the Montgomery Bus Boycott - 11/13/2013

    You have probably heard of Rosa Parks. What you may not know is that her arrest was just the start of a year-long event that involved all the busses in the city where she was arrested. The Montgomery bus boycott is an important event in the Civil Rights movement, and should be examined from start...

  • The Way You Look - 11/12/2013

    As Todd climbed into bed, he thought about the discussion during family devotions that evening. Dad had suggested that even the children would be surprised at what they could learn if they'd try taking notes in church. I doubt I'd learn anything from it, thought Todd. He yawned. I'm sure I'd just...

  • Undeserved Care - 11/11/2013

    Charlie came in from school and plopped his books onto the kitchen counter. "Mom, our Sunday school verse yesterday was 'Be perfect, as your heavenly Father is perfect,' but I can't do it," he said, sounding very discouraged. "I'm a Christian, so I should be able to do that. But I can't--not even...

  • Not Fair - 11/10/2013

    "I didn't make the girls' basketball team, Mom." Nikki slumped down in a chair after school one day. "I'm not bragging or anything, but I am a good basketball player, you know." "Yes, you are, honey," agreed Mom, "but there were only two openings on the team, and the coach had to choose, didn't he?...

  • Different, Not Bad - 11/09/2013

    "Hi, Mom." Mike greeted his mother, who was sitting on a crate in the garage. "What are you going to do with all those carrots?" he asked. "I'm going to freeze them," replied Mom. She grinned. "I'm glad you're home. You can help me wash and peel them and cut them up," she added as she tossed the...

  • Ten Facts About Pilgrims of Plymouth - 11/09/2013

    The Pilgrims left England to escape religious oppression, arrest and persecution. They landed in the New World in December of 1620, establishing established a settlement. They named it New Plymouth after the last port they left behind in England. 1.  Historical Background The Puritans, later known...

  • Ten Facts About the Bald Eagle - 11/09/2013

    The Bald Eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus), is one of the fish eagles and is a national symbol of the United States. Once listed as a threatened species on the verge of extinction, the bald eagle has made a comeback and is no longer endangered. 1.  Physical Characteristics Although named Bald Eagles,...

  • Ten Facts About Amelia Earhart - 11/09/2013

    Amelia Earhart was born in Atchison, Kansas on July 4, 1897 to Amy and Edwin Earhart. Her greatest ambition was to become the first woman to pilot a plane. Amelia Earhart succeeded in her goal and was the first woman to pilot a plane across the Atlantic Ocean. 1. Early Life Amy and Edwin Earhart […]The...

  • Ten Facts About Jamestown Settlement - 11/09/2013

    Jamestown Settlement was colonized by English settlers on May 14, 1607, becoming the first permanent American settlement. Jamestown, Virginia was settled 13 years prior to Massachusetts, Plymouth Plantation. 1.  Four Ships Set Sail In December of 1606, Admiral Christopher Newport, in charge of the...

  • Ten Fun Facts about Alligators - 11/09/2013

    Alligators are amazing creatures. They have been on Earth for millions of years. Some even walked with the dinosaurs! Here, we go over everything you need to know about alligators. 1. What is an Alligator? An alligator is a large cold blooded reptile. There are two species of alligator: the American...

  • 10 Intriguing Facts About The Medici - 11/09/2013

    The Medici family was a powerful Italian family that was involved in politics, money and much more.  The Medici was called “The Godfathers of the Renaissance”. They supported artists, ruled cities and were thought to be one of the wealthiest families in Europe during the 14th century.  The family...

  • Ten Facts About the Declaration of Independence - 11/09/2013

    On July 4, 1776, the Continental Congress signed the Declaration of Independence, declaring the 13 American colonies as independent from Britain. The colonies, which were already at war with Britain, formed a union that became the United States of America. 1.  The Idea of Independence Takes Place...

  • Ten Facts About the Berlin Wall - 11/09/2013

    The German Democratic Republic of East Germany began erecting the Berlin Wall on August 13, 1961. The purpose of the wall was to separate East Berlin from West Berlin and prevented citizens from defecting to West Germany. 1.  Other Names for the Berlin Wall The Berlin Wall is known by many names:...

  • Ten Facts About Albert Einstein - 11/09/2013

    Theoretical physicist and humanitarian, Albert Einstein was born in Germany on March 14, 1879. He died of heart failure in Princeton, New Jersey on April 18, 1955. Although he spoke of himself as a “mathematical ignoramus,” he is known as a genius to the scientific community. 1.  Family Life...

  • Ten Facts About the Fall of Communism - 11/09/2013

    1. Definition of Communism The basis for communism is the universal ownership of all property and goods, resulting in the equality both socially and economically of everyone in the community. Communism also preaches that each man works for himself and is not controlled by the business owner, so the...

  • Callouses - 11/08/2013

    Ava crossed her arms defiantly and scowled angrily at her mother. "How could you?" Ava demanded. "I've never been so humiliated in my life! Do you know how embarrassing it is to have your mother come and drag you home?" "That's enough, Ava!" said Mom quietly, but firmly. "You deliberately broke the...

  • Out of the Shell - 11/07/2013

    "You're still living in the same small shell, Hermie," said Jessie as she looked at the little crab in her aquarium. Jessie and her sister Kelsey had each received a hermit crab from their grandparents. "The pet store owner explained that these crabs live in shells that have been abandoned by other...

  • In Safe Keeping - 11/07/2013

    "I'll pick you up after school and take you to see Grandpa in the hospital," Mom told Marc and Lisa as they put on their coats. Marc tried to swallow the lump in his throat. "Is . . . is he g-going to die?" Mom took a deep breath. "I don't know, honey. But Grandpa is in God's hands, and God will...

  • Report Cards - 11/05/2013

    Grant walked slowly as he headed home. He scowled as Spunky, a neighbor's dog, dashed over to greet him. The puppy raced around Grant, dancing in front of him until Grant almost tripped over him. "Go away, you dumb old dog!" yelled Grant. Mr. Edwards, who owned Spunky, was raking leaves and looked...