Lexington High School
In the Time of the Butterflies Packet
Considering using Julia Alvarez's In the Time of the Butterflies? Here's a resource designed to be used before and during a reading of her powerful story of the murder of the Mirabal sisters. Included in the packet is a vocabulary...
Scholastic
Marijuana: Breaking Down the Buzz
There are a lot of myths surrounding marijuana. Read a passage that clarifies the dangers of teens smoking marijuana, its harmful effects on the development of the brain, and the possible correlation of cigarette smoking to marijuana...
Black Past
Black Past: Ebony Magazine
In this encyclopedia article, you will read about Ebony Magazine, a publication dedicated to reporting on black culture and achievements of African Americans.
Other
American Heritage Magazine: Investigation 1862
From a 1954 article in American Heritage Magazine, this interesting account shows how the outcome the Battle of Ball's Bluff had important political implications. Read about how the powerful Joint Committee on the Conduct of the War...
Scholastic
Scholastic: Biography: H. P. Newquist
Read this biography to learn about award-winning author and H. P. Newquist who has written nonfiction books, magazine articles and even film documentaries. Links to his website and a list of his books are provided.