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Back to SearchWill Rogers: Cowboy Comedian
Will Rogers was one of America’s most beloved entertainers in the early 1900s. He was a cowboy, comedian, and movie star who used humor to talk about everyday life and politics. Born in Oklahoma, Rog…
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Bach: Musical Genius
Johann Sebastian Bach was a German composer who lived in the 1600s and 1700s. He wrote hundreds of pieces for choirs, organs, harpsichords, and orchestras. His music is known for being beautifully la…
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The Rockettes of Radio City Music Hall
The Rockettes are a famous dance group known for their high kicks, perfect timing, and amazing teamwork. They were founded in 1925 and later became stars at Radio City Music Hall in New York City. Th…
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The Story of the Nutcracker Ballet
The Nutcracker is one of the most famous ballets in the world, and its unforgettable music was written by Russian composer Pyotr Tchaikovsky. First performed in 1892, the ballet tells the magical sto…
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The Adventures of Sir Francis Drake
Sir Francis Drake was an English explorer and sea captain during the 1500s. He became the first Englishman to sail around the world, a journey that took nearly three years. Drake explored new lands, …
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Charles Dickens and a Christmas Carol
Charles Dickens was a famous English writer who lived in the 1800s. One of his most beloved stories is A Christmas Carol, the tale of Ebenezer Scrooge, a grumpy man who learns the true meaning of kin…
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The Magic of Snow and Snowflakes
Snow begins high in the clouds when tiny water droplets freeze around dust particles. As more water vapor freezes onto these particles, they grow into crystals. The temperature and humidity shape eac…
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The Adventures of Davy Crockett
Davy Crockett was a famous frontiersman, hunter, and storyteller who became an American legend. Born in Tennessee in 1786, he grew up exploring the wilderness and learning to survive off the land. Cr…
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Colorful History of Crayons
Crayons have helped kids make colorful drawings for more than 100 years. Early crayons were made from simple wax and pigments, but they broke easily and weren’t very safe. In 1903, the Crayola compan…
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Sleeping Through the Winter: Hibernation
When winter arrives, many animals enter a deep sleep called hibernation to survive the cold. During hibernation, their heartbeat and breathing slow down, and they use very little energy. Bears, bats,…
Published on 3 weeks ago