|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
|By Gale Staff| On April 9, 1917, 100,000 Canadian troops stormed Vimy Ridge, a heavily defended German position in northern France. After three days of grueling fighting, Canadian troops succeeded where British and French forces had failed, and took back the ridge. More than just a military success, the Battle of Vimy Ridge represented the … Read more
|By Gale Staff| You may think of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) as a framework designed to address learning gaps. Yet, the goal of MTSS is far more complex. It’s a comprehensive framework intended to support the whole child, recognizing that academic success is closely connected to students’ behavioral health, emotional stability, and overall well-being. … Read more
Nebraska might be best known for its sweeping plains and farmland, which make up 90% of the state, but there’s so much more to the Cornhusker State than cows and corn. Take advantage of National Nebraska Day on April 5 to uncover the pioneering Nebraskan spirit. Using Gale In Context: U.S. History, you’ll find resources … Read more
|By Gale Staff| Today’s students must navigate a world that’s more connected and pressure-filled than ever before. Think about the daily life of a typical middle or high schooler: receiving constant social media alerts, juggling academic assignments, navigating peer dynamics, and facing a future that feels increasingly uncertain. It’s a good bet that many students … Read more
|By Gale Staff| This year, National MS Awareness Week runs from March 8–14, shining a light on a disease that affects nearly 1 million Americans. For those living with MS, or multiple sclerosis, and the family and friends who support them, this week is an opportunity to raise awareness and highlight the importance of research, … Read more
|By Chilton Staff| Toyota was the world’s bestselling car brand in 2025i and there are tens of millions of Toyota, Lexus, and Scion vehicles currently on the road in the U.S. All of them will require maintenance and repairs at some point. Recently, ChiltonLibrary updated its automotive knowledgebase with data direct from Toyota Motor Company. … Read more
|By Gale Staff| As a Career Technical Education (CTE) director, you understand the mounting pressure today’s students face to succeed in college, career, and life. Rising expectations around college and career readiness are driving the need for strong career and technical education (CTE) programs—especially as 83% of recent high school graduates say they wish they’d … Read more
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