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A large, hairy Bigfoot-like creature standing in a forest holding purple flowers A large, hairy Bigfoot-like creature standing in a forest holding purple flowers
Is Bigfoot Real? People have been searching for the legendary creature for years.
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A Brave Stand Claudette Colvin challenged segregation on buses in Montgomery, Alabama.
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Remembering Claudette Colvin Gloria Laster is Colvin’s younger sister. She recently spoke with Scholastic News about Colvin’s life and legacy.
A boy waves goodbye as a truck loaded with luggage and family members drives away from school A boy waves goodbye as a truck loaded with luggage and family members drives away from school
Is It OK to Miss School for Vacation? Explore both sides of the issue, then cast your vote.
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Don't Get Tricked! In-app purchases in free games can end up costing you big bucks.
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Women Who Shaped America Learn about important women who are honored at national historic sites.

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