The American Revolution was close to 200 years in the making. Read about the philosophies and attitudes toward government, as well as the diverse populations who came to the British colonies, that eventually fomented rebellion.

This video lesson is part of a year-long unit on immigration. It begins with an introduction to My Name Is Maria Isabel by Alma Flor Ada; the students begin to discuss books they have read about immigrants and how that relates to their...

Read about New Year's celebrations of cultures throughout the world. Find out when the new year begins for many cultures and religions.

[Free Registration/Login Required] This is a great little story that can be read at the beginning of the school year to make the classroom rules.