|By Chilton Staff| One of the most common maintenance tasks is an oil change. The engine is the heart of the vehicle and oil is its lifeblood. Motor oil protects the engine by cleaning, cooling, lubricating, and sealing it. The right engine oil helps maintain fuel efficiency and, over time, can save money on gasoline. … Read more
The American Association of School Librarians has named Gale In Context: Elementary and Gale Presents: Peterson’s Test and Career Prep to its annual list of Best Digital Tools for Teaching & Learning. This recognition highlights their longstanding value in helping school librarians elevate teaching and learning experiences across their communities. AASL President Amanda Kordeliski described … Read more
The Great Lakes are remarkable. Containing approximately 20% of the world’s fresh surface water—in the neighborhood of six quadrillion gallons—millions of people across Canada and the United States depend on them for their livelihood. But once you dive beneath the surface-level facts—five lakes, enormous volumes of freshwater, and a longer contiguous coastline than either the … Read more
Known for his powerful home runs and larger-than-life persona, Babe Ruth is one of the most iconic figures in American sports history. Gale In Context: High School lets students examine the real-life person behind the legend, including his early challenges, historic achievements, and cultural influence. Our database places Ruth in a broader historical context with … 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, releasing in May 2026, are designed to enhance visibility, reduce cognitive … 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| 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