| By Char Shryock, Education Leadership Consultant | “The more knowledge students have about the world, the better their reading comprehension is. The better they read, the better able they are to access more complex and compelling reading material and build more knowledge to become even better readers. Reading ability and building knowledge are mutually … Read more
Your elementary students are likely familiar with the basics of the U.S. Constitution and the lore of the Founding Fathers. As such, Bill of Rights Day on Friday, December 15, allows educators a chance to expound upon those critical concepts of human rights and basic freedoms while exploring the later amendments’ intricacies as well. To … Read more
| By Chilton Staff | ChiltonLibrary, the comprehensive online automotive resource, updated Japanese and South Korean vehicle makes and models with factory service information. Chilton provides original equipment manufacturer (OEM) maintenance and repair information—the same data that dealer technicians use. Updated vehicle makes Key features These updates include detailed and complete information with an easy-to-use … Read more
| By Gale Staff | International Students’ Day is Friday, November 17. Rooted in a tragic history, the holiday commemorates a decisive moment in modern history and provides an important opportunity to discuss the value of global diversity on your campus. The Institute of International Education (IIE) states that nearly 1 million international students are … Read more
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| By Wolf Williams, Business Content Developer at Gale | In August 2017, I left my home in Central Texas to start my higher education journey at the University of Iowa. Like many of my peers at the time, I had it all figured out. I planned to double major in economics and theatre arts, … Read more
| By Carol Brennan | October is Filipino American History Month, and Gale In Context: Biography is delighted to report that compiling this blog post has given us a refreshed renewal of what a comprehensive and fascinating trove of biographical essays it is. Prepare to be astonished at the achievements of these trailblazing Filipino Americans! … Read more
| By Gale Staff | President Joe Biden commemorated Indigenous Peoples’ Day, which is a day to honor America’s original inhabitants and the tribal nations, on October 11, 2021. This date doesn’t mark the first time the holiday was celebrated—just the first time a U.S. president formally recognized it. The genesis for a day that … Read more
| By Gale Staff | The world changed forever on December 17, 1903 when two brothers, Wilbur and Orville Wright, successfully piloted the first airplane. It’s an iconic story of innovation and perseverance reflecting American values of the early 20th century. Decades later, in 1959, President Dwight D. Eisenhower proclaimed December 17 as Wright Brothers … Read more
| By Thorndike Press Staff | Attention all American Association of School Librarians (AASL) conference attendees! On Friday, October 20, from 9:00 to 10:00 AM, we’re hosting an author-signing event with Traci Sorell, one of the talented co-authors of Indian No More. This exciting event will take place in the exhibit hall at Gale’s booth … Read more