Many kids need encouragement to read biographies but do it — it’s a valuable thing to do. Why? Because biographies show that ordinary people can have extraordinary lives. It helps children be self-reflective, particularly if parents and teachers use biographies for discussion and reflection. Not to mention, reading nonfiction is an important part of developing […]
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Malala Youngest Nobel Peace Prize Winner
Malala Yousafzai won the Nobel Peace Prize today. She’s the youngest winner EVER. And one of the most inspiring. Especially to young people who want to make a difference in the world. Malala’s Story In 2012 in Pakistan, 14-year old Malala was shot in the head at close range. She was shot by a Taliban gunman simply […]
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