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  • How do we celebrate diversity?

    February is Black History Month. It’s a great time to celebrate the rich history of the many diverse people living in our country. This month, you will read about people with African heritage. You will discover the impact they have had on the history, culture, geography, and economics of different regions. You can learn about a new person, a new place, or even a new food! It’s all here in this month’s edition of TLX News!


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  • How Do People Overcome Obstacles?

    An obstacle is anything that stands in your way. Some obstacles are created by the opinions or beliefs of ourselves or others. Some exist because of where we live. Other obstacles are beyond our control. Have you ever had to overcome an obstacle? Read on to see how people in the past, and people today are finding ways to make life better by taking on obstacles.


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  • How do people and animals interact?

    People interact with animals in many ways. Sometimes the animals are pets that live with us. Maybe they even snuggle on our couches or sleep in our beds. We might care for animals on a farm or at a zoo. Other animals live in the wild. Even wild animals can have an impact on our lives! In this special “All Animals” issue of TLX News, we explore how animals interact with people. Read on to find out more!


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  • How do sports affect our lives?

    Fall is a busy time for sports in the United States. Communities all over the country are cheering for their favorite teams. The World Series just decided the champions of baseball, the St. Louis Cardinals. For some sports, like football, teams are about halfway through their seasons. In others, like soccer, fans and players are preparing for play-offs and the championship game. And, while the season should be starting in the NBA (National Basketball Association) people are unsure if the teams will play at all! Read more about some of your favorite sports and how they affect us in this Fall Sports Spectacular issue of TLX News.


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  • How has technology changed the way we communicate?

    When you need to communicate with others, how do you do it? In the past, people may have sent a letter or telegram. Communicating that way took a long time! Today, you can send a text or an email to get in touch with others. You can communicate instantly. Technology has changed many things about the way we connect to others at home, at school, across the country, and around the world! The tools we use to communicate have changed. Even the words we use to communicate have changed! So, how has technology changed the way you communicate?


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  • How does weather affect how you live?

    Have you ever experienced extreme weather? What did you do? How did it make you feel? And what happened afterwards? This month, TLX News takes a closer look at Hurricane Irene. You will learn about what a hurricane is, as well as where their names come from. You will also study the effects of a hurricane, including how we as a country work together to take care of the damage.


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  • How does civics affect you?

    What does it mean to be a citizen of the United States? In this month’s TLX News, you will learn about the founding of our government. You will also read about different levels of government and ways the government affects you. Finally, you will learn about ways that you can change your community for the better!


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  • How do people celebrate independence?


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  • How do world events affect people?

    How do world events affect people?


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