Gale’s 2023 Award-Winning Achievements and Recognitions

| By Gale Staff | With exceptional talent and unwavering dedication, Gale has achieved an impressive collection of 44 awards and recognitions, turning this year into a remarkable accomplishment. Join us in celebrating each milestone as we delve into the inspiring stories behind these accolades, capturing the heartfelt moments that define this extraordinary chapter in … Read more

Help Your Community Prepare for the 2024 Tax Season

| By Gale Staff | The public library is a hub for stories, fun children’s activities, and community building. At the same time, libraries provide valuable municipal and educational resources—including tax assistance. The 2024 tax season officially begins on January 23, when the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) will begin accepting and processing tax returns. Around … Read more

Bridge the Gap between Libraries and Curriculum

| By Meghan Moulton, Education Sales Consultant | When I left the classroom in 2021 after a decade as a special education teacher and coordinator, it was one of the hardest decisions I’ve ever made. I became an educator because I felt called to ensure that every child who passed through my classroom knew what … Read more

Provide Vital Context for the Russia-Ukraine Conflict

| By Gale Staff | The repercussions of the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine are monumental. While American students face little of the war’s tangible consequences in their daily lives, some have family members impacted by the disruption and violence, while others may feel anxiety from the conflict’s frequent news coverage. Teachers play a … Read more

It’s College Decision Time. What Can I Do to Support My Seniors?

| By Joel Meredith, Course Lecturer, Purdue University | Many of us remember our senior year of high school as a time of excitement. Graduation is the culmination of years of learning and self-discovery and a major rite of passage. Deciding on what college to attend is often part of that excitement. For many, however, … Read more

Empower Aspiring Small-Business Owners

| By Gale Staff | According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 20% of new businesses fail within the first two years. This number increases to 45% by year five—that’s nearly one in two! Still, many new ventures prosper. With 50/50 odds, it seems like a coin flip determines business success. But what really makes … Read more

Understand the Roots of the Environmental Conservation Movement

| By Gale Staff | There are many meaningful causes motivating today’s college students, but climate change and environmental conservation are at the top of the list. According to a 2021 Pew Research Study, Generation Z feels particularly anxious about our climate future, and they are more likely to make personal choices to help address … Read more

Gale Expert User Directory: Elevating Digital Age Research Collaboration

| By Gale Staff | Gale, an esteemed provider of digital archive resources, is proud to commemorate 20 years of digitizing historical materials through the Gale Primary Sources program. This milestone signifies Gale’s unwavering commitment to facilitating access to historical knowledge and delivering a comprehensive research experience. In line with this commitment, we are pleased … Read more

Understand What’s Behind the Israel-Palestine Conflict

| By Gale Staff | From Jerusalem to Gaza to the West Bank, the people of Israel and Palestine are living amid a decades-long clash over borders, settlements, security, and statehood. This seemingly intractable dispute has claimed thousands of lives while defying resolution. As education providers, all of us strive to approach this profoundly complex … Read more

Elevate Social Studies Curricula

| By Gale Staff | Social studies helps students develop a sense of place within the world. They learn the value of citizenship, democracy, and culture; they acquire the skills to think critically about our interconnected and exceptionally diverse society. Social studies teaches young people to question and appreciate modern society’s complexities. It’s a foundational … Read more