The Irish in the American Civil War

| By Tara Atterberry | I’ve had an interest in Irish history ever since I fell in love with the music of Irish singer Sinead O’Connor as a teen. Thirty years later, she’s still my favorite. O’Connor’s voice is beautiful and haunting in her contemporary songs, but even more so when she covers traditional Irish … Read more

Usher in Spring’s Return with the History of Easter

| By Gale Staff | Long before pastel eggs and chocolate bunnies became seasonal symbols, cultures worldwide welcomed the arrival of spring with their own festivities celebrating renewal and new life. Over the centuries, these early traditions inspired many of the customs we today associate with Easter. For young learners, familiar Easter traditions provide a … Read more

Myths Debunked: 5 Widely Believed Tales about Historical Figures

| By Gale Staff | Although history is reliant on facts, many misconceptions exist about well-known historical figures. Did George Washington have wooden teeth? Did Einstein fail math? As historians look at the past with a critical eye, they’ve found proof to debunk common myths that evolved over time and are now widely accepted. Myths … Read more

Simplify College Planning with Peterson’s Test and Career Prep

| By Gale Staff | In a recent study released by the ACT, nearly four out of ten 11th and 12th grade students said they have trouble finding the information they need to learn about colleges. According to the data, access to information is notably worse for students from lower-income families and students of color.1 … Read more

Set Students Up for Fiscal Success this Financial Literacy Month

Research shows that a high-quality financial literacy education positively impacts students’ future financial habits, making them more likely to budget and avoid predatory loans as adults. These findings are intuitive: financial literacy gives young people the tools to manage money effectively, paving the way for brighter futures. To support educational programs that provide students with … Read more