I would like to ask you to check out this weeks Free Topics of the Week May 26 – June 1 which you can use in your Homeschooling Classroom. If you have checked out these resources let me know what you thought of them and why.
Space Exploration in the Twentieth Century
Happy birthday, Sally Ride! Ride, who would’ve turned 68 this week, became the first American woman to reach outer space in June of 1983. This Topic details many of the achievements of space exploration in the twentieth century.
We hope you’re having a fun and safe Memorial Day Weekend! We’ve got five free Topics to help you get through the short school week, but make sure you check them out before they expire! In addition to this content, up to 20% of our library is free on any given day. Just login to enjoy.
Space Exploration in the Twentieth Century
Happy birthday, Sally Ride! Ride, who would’ve turned 68 this week, became the first American woman to reach outer space in June of 1983. This Topic details many of the achievements of space exploration in the twentieth century.
Conquistadors and More
It was in late-May of 1539 that Hernando de Soto founded what is present-day Florida. He also assisted another famous conquistador, in their mission to conquer new land in the Americas. Check out this Topic to find out who!
Hearing
In May of 1976, the band The Who set the record for the loudest concert recorded–measured at 120 decibels at 50 meters. Check out this Topic to help put those numbers in perspective and see how loud it felt!
John F. Kennedy (Unit)
There are few acronyms derived from a name that are as iconic as “JFK.” Use our free mini-Unit to learn more about John Fitzgerald Kennedy–who was (and still is) the the youngest U.S. president ever elected.
Building the Statue
In 1884 the Statue of Liberty was finally completed. However, did you know it took almost 20 years for the idea of this statue to become a reality?? See what other fun facts you might not have known about Lady Liberty, in this Topic.
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
