8/21/2019: Don't be duped by phone and email scams - How Much We Work

Today's Article: Don't be duped by phone and email scams

From: NerdWallet
Readability Score: 10.4

Since 2014, government-imposter frauds have scammed people out of at least $450 million -- and that's just one scam crooks use. How can you protect yourself? What do you need to know? Today's lesson provides some helpful tips and guidance.

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Readability Score: 7.1

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10/8/2018: OPINION: Are We on the Verge of Civil War? - Working While Homeless

Today's Article: OPINION: Are We on the Verge of Civil War?
From: Intellectual Takeout
Readability Score: 11.9

Are we headed for a Civil War? Today's lesson, centered around an opinion piece, allows for great discussion and debate with your students, examining the divide in America today, and asking them to seek ways to improve the current social climate. How can we bridge the gaps?

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8/21/2017: Solar Eclipse May Cost Employers $694 Million in Work Disruption - Schools ditching homework for younger students in favor of reading, family time

Today's Article: Solar Eclipse May Cost Employers $694 Million in Work Disruption
From: 24/7 Wall Street
Readability Score: 10.2

A total solar eclipse will sweep across 14 states on Monday, August 21, costing employers $694 million and taking its place among special events such as the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament that most disrupt the workplace. 

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Readability Score: 9.5

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4/7/2017: Why So Many Americans Hate Their Jobs - Rachel Dolezal Struggles After Racial Identity Scandal

Today's Article: Why So Many Americans Hate Their Jobs
From: MSN (CBS)
Readability Score: 12.6

With the U.S. economy on solid footing, American workers may be feeling better about their career prospects, but most aren’t thrilled with their actual jobs.

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Readability Score: 9.8

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