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A Mayor's Job

March 10, 2022

A mayor is the leader of a city or town. A mayor is elected by a town’s voters. Keep reading to learn more about a mayor’s job. Mayors manage workers. Mayors help run city departments. These include the police and…

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Culture

Get Active!

February 11, 2022

Some people work to protect the environment. Others want to make the world more fair. What is important to you? Here are some ways to make a difference. Organize a Group In a group, people can share ideas. They work…

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Culture

Show Your Support

December 16, 2021

February is Black History Month. But you can show your support all year. Here is how. Shop at businesses run by Black people. You can buy things from companies run by Black people. This is Mikaila Ulmer. She has a…

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Culture

Giving Gifts

December 1, 2021

It feels good to get a gift. It feels even better to give one! Here are four tips on gift giving. Think It Through Who is the gift for? Think of what that person likes. Make a list of…

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Places

Where Do You Live?

October 14, 2021

A community is a group of people living or working together. A community can also be a place where people live. There are different types of communities. Read about three of them. What type do you live in? Do you…

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Culture

On the Map

October 14, 2021

Is a country bigger than a state? Is a state bigger than a city or town? Read about them below. Country There are nearly 200 countries. Ours is the United States. Here it is on a map. State The…

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People

Be a Good Citizen!

September 10, 2021

You can be a good citizen by respecting others. This makes a space feel safe. Here are four rules for a happy classroom. 1. Raise your hand. Don’t call out. 2. Listen carefully. Follow directions 3. Clean up after yourself…

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People

Inside the Station

April 22, 2021

Firefighters help keep people safe. They are ready to spring into action at any time. They often stay at the firehouse overnight. Let’s visit a fire station. Suited Up Firefighters wear clothes and boots that keep them safe. The gear…

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People

Gear Up!

April 22, 2021

Firefighters have a lot of gear. They need it to stay safe and do their job well. Let’s take a look at a firefighter’s tools. A firefighter wears a helmet. It protects his or her head from falling objects. …

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Holidays

Happy Holidays!

November 24, 2020

December is a festive time of year. The month is full of holidays. Each has its own traditions. Do you celebrate any of these December holidays? Some people celebrate Hanukkah. This holiday is known as the Festival of Lights. It…

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