Grade 6 - 9

The United States government is strong. But no single person has all that power. What do you know about checks and balances? Discover the roles of the three branches of government, how their… More →

A flickering flame and the smoke curling from a burnt out candle have a lot in common. They are both signs of a chemical reaction. Learn all about the reactions from the smallest atomic… More →

Throughout U.S. history, many groups of people have had to fight for their civil rights--and many are still fighting today. Black Lives Matter protesters work to bring safety to everyone… More →

Damaging storms, melting ice sheets, rising sea levels--the world is experiencing the results of serious climate change. But what is happening exactly? Bring Earth science to life with this… More →

From floods on coastlines to fires sweeping across forests, climate change is triggering extreme weather events that are making more and more land unlivable. Many of the people impacted by… More →

Communism is an economic system that has shaped governments around the world. But who first came up with the idea? Explore more about communism with content tied to the curriculum of… More →

Computers hold all kinds of important information for individuals, businesses, and beyond. Cybersecurity is needed to keep that information safe. As computer technology advances,… More →

More and more frequently, there are stories of people being tricked by fake videos of politicians and celebrities doing things that never really happened. Deepfake technology can create faked More →

Democracy is rule by the people. But this kind of government can take many forms. Explore more about democracies with content tied to the curriculum of upper-elementary and middle school… More →

A dictatorship is ruled by a single powerful leader. But how does this leader rise up and hold power? Explore more about dictatorships with content tied to the curriculum of upper-elementary… More →

Big blocks of ice that have built up on Earth over millions of years are shrinking. What's happening to them? Climate change is making things hotter, causing massive melting of Earth's ice… More →

When used as prescribed by a doctor, drugs can keep us healthy. However, the misuse or abused of these substances can have serious consequences. Explore more about drugs and alcohol with… More →