How do we make a "sound judgment" in a culturally diverse society? How do we know the best path to follow in an interdependent world? These stories, based on social-studies, help us to understand that personal and environmental relationships impact our lives and our world.
The US fleet at Pearl Harbor is crucial to American and Britain's war interests; the military believes the fleet is safe.
The Armada moves slowly towards the English Channel in a crescent formation, while the British "race" ships harass the Spanish ships.
One of the worst disasters in the United States, the flooding of Johnstown Pennsylvania in 1889.
An integrated group of whites and blacks, men and women traveled by bus throughout the south to test compliance with the ruling in Boynton v Virginia
French people tire of unfair tax structures, royal overspending, and fighting long wars with England; they revolt against their monarchy in 1789.
If all governments with nuclear power act responsibly, someday there could be enough power for everyone.
"The Legend of Bagger Vance" uses the game of golf to discuss the game of life.
With nearly everyone in the world cheering them on, the "Springboks" beat New Zealand's "All Blacks" to win the 1995 World Rugby Cup.
During Elizabeth's reign, England flourishes in many areas including arts, writing, naval exploration and land expansion.
Ivan effectively rules Muscovy while expanding the realm, so scholars refer to the first part of his reign (1547-1562) as the "Good Reign."
After the 1929 stock market crash, the Great Depression is the worst economic disaster in history.
After the 1929 stock market crash, the Great Depression is the worst financial failure in U.S. history.
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