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World Book blogs are carefully crafted by our team of editors to present the latest news, science discoveries, current events and other topics of interests for young readers to inspire curiosity and a love of learning.

Mount Rushmore Turns 75

by | Tuesday, November 1, 2016 |

Yesterday, October 31, was the 75th anniversary of the completion of theMount Rushmore National...

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National Museum of African American History and Culture

by | Tuesday, September 27, 2016 |

On Saturday, September 24, the National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC)...

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National Park Service Centennial

by | Thursday, August 25, 2016 |

Today, August 25, is the 100th anniversary of the creation of the National Park Service (NPS). The...

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The Air Force’s New Lightning

by | Tuesday, August 23, 2016 |

​On August 2, the United States Air Force declared its new F-35 Lightning II fighter planes ready...

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