A Look at the Trump Administration’s Efforts to Slash Public Media Funding
Ask students: Who would be affected by funding cuts to public media? What is the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB)?
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China Cuts Exports of Vital Rare Earth Minerals as Trade War With U.S. Intensifies
Ask students: Why is China restricting rare earth mineral exports to the U.S.? What products require components that use these minerals?
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Quacking the Code: Ducks, Pests and Eco-Friendly Farming
Discover how ducks are leading the charge in natural pest control! This engaging, real-world lesson explores eco-friendly farming, climate-smart agriculture, and how replacing pesticides with ducks helps protect biodiversity and combat climate change.
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What Is the Role of Public Service in the U.S.?
Ask students: When did the modern federal government begin to take shape?
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Man Whose Blood Helped Develop Measles Vaccine Weighs in on Recent Outbreak
Ask students: What did Dr. Peebles and his team do with Edmonston's blood sample? How did the MMR vaccine affect deaths from measles?
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Freshwater Mussels on Duty: How Minneapolis Uses Shellfish for Water Filtration and Climate Resilience
Teach students how freshwater mussels are helping Minneapolis monitor water quality. This lesson explores nature-based climate solutions and real-world environmental science.
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How Doctors Are Treating a Rise in Diabetes in Rural Areas
Ask students: Why do many residents of the Rio Grande Valley not go to see the doctor, according to Dr. Linda Nelson?
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Becoming A Paraprofessional
By Jeff Whittle
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West Philadelphia Uses Art to Confront Neighborhood Problems and Threats to Democracy
Ask students: Why are universities and arts organizations facing challenges with their diversity and arts programs?
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