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We are excited to bring you engaging content to boost students' reading skills and supplement your curriculum.
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Brooke Ross
Editor, WR News

Issue #8
Army of One
In this issue, students will meet Frank Woodruff Buckles, the last living American World War l veteran. They will read about his campaign for a national World War l memorial in Washington, D.C. Students will also learn how they can help him achieve his dream.


Print out a news quiz for students.

Also in this issue:
News Brief: Researchers record cheetahs' paw prints to track the big cats.
News Brief: U.S. President Barack Obama wins a Nobel Peace Prize.
Brain Builders: Sites to See in D.C. (Read a Chart)

Teacher's Guide Skill Pages:
Coin Collectors 
(Solve Math Problems)
Meet the Big Cats  (Read a Chart)
Use the News! (Test Comprehension)

 

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