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October 3, 2022

Dino Scientist

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excavated

verb, past tense

uncovered objects by digging

The scientists excavated an Egyptian tomb and soon found ancient treasures.

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A road full of potholes filled with rainwater

erodes

verb

wears away over time

The road erodes due to constant, strong rainfall.

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legislature

noun

a group of people with the power to make and change laws

The state legislature passed a new law to give more money to schools.

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designate

verb

to choose or set aside for a special purpose

The city officials wanted to designate the building as a historic site.

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climate change

noun

change in Earth’s average temperature and weather patterns

The kids took part in an event to raise awareness about climate change.

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Know the News: Should Fossils Be for Sale?

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Should Fossils Be for Sale?

Debate

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The battle between scientists and collectors over rare dinosaur bones is heating up.

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Dino Scientist

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Watch a video to learn more about how scientists study dinosaurs.

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Ready, Set, Debate!

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Social Studies

We Made State History

Social Studies

Students in Kansas helped their state get a new symbol.

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How a Bill Becomes a Law

Social Studies

Watch a video to learn more about making laws in America.

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State Symbols Slideshow

Social Studies

These symbols represent each state’s history and national treasures.

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Close-Reading Questions

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Plan a State Symbol

Reading Skills

Read “We Made State History,” then propose a new symbol for your own state.

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Colorful houses built right on the water

Science

A Floating City

Science

This country is being swallowed by the sea. Here’s one way it may stay afloat.

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Science

It's All in the Eyes!

Science

Researchers explain why many people find puppies so irresistible.

Social Studies

Honoring a Legend

Social Studies

A statue honoring pilot Amelia Earhart recently landed in the U.S. Capitol.

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The Mystery of Amelia Earhart

Social Studies

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Dino Scientist

Science

Watch a video to learn more about how scientists study dinosaurs.

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How a Bill Becomes a Law

Social Studies

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The Mystery of Amelia Earhart

Social Studies

Watch a video to learn more about this famous pilot’s mysterious disappearance.

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Close-Reading Questions

Reading Skills

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Ready, Set, Debate!

Reading Skills

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What I Learned: Should Fossils Be for Sale?

Reading Skills

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Close-Reading Questions

Reading Skills

Answer close-reading questions about the article “We Made State History.”

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Plan a State Symbol

Reading Skills

Read “We Made State History,” then propose a new symbol for your own state.

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State Symbols Slideshow

Social Studies

These symbols represent each state’s history and national treasures.

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Spanish Edition: October 3, 2022

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excavated

verb, past tense

uncovered objects by digging

The scientists excavated an Egyptian tomb and soon found ancient treasures.

iStockPhoto/Getty Images

erodes

verb

wears away over time

The road erodes due to constant, strong rainfall.

komkrit Preechachanwate/Shutterstock.com

legislature

noun

a group of people with the power to make and change laws

The state legislature passed a new law to give more money to schools.

iStockPhoto/Getty Images

designate

verb

to choose or set aside for a special purpose

The city officials wanted to designate the building as a historic site.

Jacqueline Nix/Getty Images

climate change

noun

change in Earth’s average temperature and weather patterns

The kids took part in an event to raise awareness about climate change.

Dante Busquets/Shutterstock.com

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Should Fossils Be for Sale?

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