The Supreme Court of the United States is the highest court in the land, and the only court specifically created by the Constitution. It consists of nine justices, appointed for life by the President, who weigh in the meaning of …[Continue]
Conflict with Iraq
Twelve years ago, U.S. led air strikes drove Iraq’s armies out of Kuwait but left Iraqi President Saddam Hussein in power. Now we face another showdown with Hussein. The following sites, (some written expressly for students) explore the why’s and …[Continue]
Alaska
When Alaska joined the Union in 1959, it was the first new state in forty-seven years. And although it is the largest state, it has a relatively small population; only Wyoming has fewer people. Alaska’s vast unspoiled wilderness is home …[Continue]
Pledge of Allegiance
“One nation, under God, with liberty and justice for all.” Do these words violate the religious freedom guaranteed by our Constitution? Last month a federal court declared the Pledge of Allegiance unconstitutional. Is this absurd? Or is this religious freedom? …[Continue]
Statue of Liberty
The copper lady dressed in robes that stands at the entrance to New York harbor is one of the largest statues ever built. Her complete name is Liberty Enlightening the World….[Continue]
Washington D.C.
Washington D.C. is the seat of our federal government and one of our nation’s most beautiful and historic cities. Before the federal city was created, several cities had served as our capital. In 1790, Alexander Hamilton proposed a permanent capital …[Continue]
The White House
Franklin D. Roosevelt called the White House a “house owned by all the American people.” Its first cornerstone was laid on October 13, 1792. John Adams moved in eight years later, even though it wasn’t quite finished. The phrase “White …[Continue]
Fifty States
From sea to shining sea, the fifty states have fifty capitals, fifty flags and fifty state birds. Whether you are studying for a test or researching a state report, here’s the best of the Net for students of US geography….[Continue]
Iditarod
Mush! On March 3, at 9:30 am, sixty-eight mushers (dog sled drivers) and more than a thousand dogs began the 1149 mile Alaskan Iditarod dog sled race from Anchorage to Nome. In addition to the hundreds of volunteers and fans …[Continue]
The Presidency
On January 20, 2001, George W. Bush will be sworn in as the 43rd president of the United States. When I stopped to think about it, it seemed pretty amazing that only forty-two men have filled the office before him. …[Continue]
