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.
It is easy to avoid the alcohol ban because people can make their own using moonshine stills or buy from bootleggers.
Links to resources from the trial, and information on both Leopold and Loeb.
The story of Lizzie Borden remains popular and there are primary-source materials for learning more about her and her trial.
See a picture of Wolfe Tone, and find answers to other questions.
View images of the Diamond Sutra Cave treasures, Martin Luther's works, and beautiful books and manuscripts.
The movie Braveheart wins many awards, but it is not a factually correct look at Wallace's life.
Even though Boone outwits the Shawnee, many think he is a traitor for surrendering without a fight.
The movie Braveheart wins many awards, but it is not a factually correct look at Wallace's life
Learn more about horse races including the Triple Crown: the Belmont Stakes, Preakness Stakes and the Kentucky Derby.
People are fascinated with the life and death of the Romanovs; there are many biographies available about Tsar Nicolas and his family.
Slave trading continues in British Colonies and in the American South, even after Parliament abolishes the slave trade.
China has beautiful mountains once covered by trees, but many forest areas are being destroyed.
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