Across North America, wildfire risk is no longer confined to a handful of regions or a single season. Even communities that aren’t directly affected still feel the impact from smoke-covered skies that disrupt daily life with school closures and the cancellation of outdoor activities. Regardless of where we live, wildfires are no longer something we … Read more
|By Gale Staff| For many students, summertime signals the freedom to explore personal interests and break away from structured learning. However, educators understand how critical it is for students to exercise key critical thinking and comprehension skills during those months away from school. According to the National Summer Learning Association, 9 in 10 teachers spend at … Read more
|By Gale Staff| You may have noticed changes to your Gale resources in 2026, and we are continuing to make our resources more inclusive and accessible for all users. We are introducing updates that improve navigation, search functionality, and admin preferences. The following improvements, planned for release in April 2026, are designed to enhance visibility, … Read more
Autism, or autism spectrum disorder (ASD), encompasses a broad range of neurological and developmental differences that influence how individuals communicate, learn, process sensory input, and navigate social environments. A clear understanding of autism can help build more inclusive spaces, support better learning and wellness outcomes, and help neurodivergent patrons and families feel welcomed and supported. … Read more
|By Gale Staff| Fast Company’s 2026 Most Innovative Companies list names Cengage among the organizations shaping the future, recognizing our work in developing responsible, learning-focused artificial intelligence (AI) tools for education. Since 2024, Cengage has significantly invested in AI across our portfolio and conducted extensive research to understand educator and student needs. Thousands of participants … Read more
|By Chilton Staff| With gas prices rising, car care can help owners save money at the pump. Ensuring your car is running properly lowers fuel cost. April is National Car Care Month, and ads may be bringing people into the library with questions about their cars and trucks. The ChiltonLibrary knowledge base can help, with specific year-make-model … Read more
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|By Gale Staff| Emotional vocals, bright trumpets, expressive violins, and the booming bass of the guitarron define mariachi music—a genre that students have likely heard of, but may not understand. International Mariachi Week lands April 19–26, 2026, offering the perfect opportunity to explore this vibrant and heartfelt music style. With Gale In Context: Biography, students can … Read more
|By Gale Staff| You may have noticed changes to your Gale resources in 2026, and we are continuing to make our resources more inclusive and accessible for all users. In March, we are introducing updates that improve navigation, search functionality, and admin preferences. These are part of our ongoing updates toward compliance of key platform features … Read more
|By Gale Staff| In 1998, Michael J. Fox announced his early-onset Parkinson’s diagnosis publicly for the first time. The information was not new to him, however. The beloved actor, best known for his performances in Back to the Future and Teen Wolf, had actually received his diagnosis seven years earlier at age 29. Determined to continue his acting career as long as possible, he … Read more
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