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The Great American State Fair in Washington
Daily News Lesson July 06 2026

The growing dangers of record heat waves like the one engulfing July 4th celebrations

Celebrations of America's 250th anniversary were heavily impacted by extreme heat across the country
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Daily News Lesson July 06 2026

How climate change and rising seas endanger historic sites like Jamestown, Virginia

Learn about how climate change is threatening the future of America’s most significant historical sites
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Daily News Lesson June 26 2026

The scientist and his family tracking melting glaciers for nearly half a century

As concern grows for glaciers worldwide, one man and his family have spent decades monitoring their decline
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Lesson Plan June 03 2026

Lesson Plan: Design your own Ice Age hiking trail

Explore the beauty and importance of recreational scenic hiking trails
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Lesson Plan June 01 2026

Lesson plan: Historic oil spills and their aftermath

Learn about the consequences of fossil fuels
FILE PHOTO: An offshore wind project in the German North Sea is seen in this handout image
Daily News Lesson May 06 2026

Why the Trump administration is paying billions to abandon wind farms

Discuss why the Trump administration is spending big money to curb wind power development
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Daily News Lesson April 23 2026

What is the future of America's national parks?

Discuss the National Park Service and its role in American life
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Daily News Lesson April 10 2026

Powerful new AI model raises concerns about being a tool for hackers

Discuss new AI tools and their potential threat to online security
Cooling tower at the Three Mile Island Nuclear power plant
Daily News Lesson March 31 2026

Can nuclear power help meet growing energy needs?

Discuss one alternative energy that has great potential and risks
General view of the city skyline of Indonesian capital Jakarta
Daily News Lesson March 25 2026

How climate change and overdevelopment are threatening cities

Discuss how rising sea levels and aging infrastructure challenge cities, and how experts are responding
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