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.
Women rally for the Declaration of Sentiments, which declares women and men equal.
On December 8, 1941, following Japan's attack on Pearl Harbor, Franklin Roosevelt declares war.
Edward decimates Scottish forces and morale at Falkirk in July, 1298.
Edward decimates Scottish forces and morale at Falkirk in July, 1298.
Saladin captures King Guy but spares his life; he executes almost everyone else.
Losing hope, many Britons flee the country; others yield to Anglo-Saxons and become their slaves.
Reforms are set into motion to make Ireland independent.
John Nash begins hearing voices in his head and seeks help at McLean Hospital.
Desmond fails to reclaim Evelyn from the convent after going to England and getting back on his feet.
King Kong was released during the Great Depression - a desperate time with high job loss, people losing their homes and little available food.
Jewish people inside the ghetto resist the Nazis as the ghetto burns to the ground.
Few homes or buildings remain in Galveston after the hurricane.
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