Today's Article: A 21-year-old man has made history as the first person with Down syndrome to complete an Ironman triathlon
From: CNN
Readability Score: 11.4
From Special Olympics to just Special, 21 year old man inspires as he becomes first person with Down Syndrome to complete an Ironman triathlon
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Today's Article: Fed Head Wants More Stimulus
From: Associated Press
Readability Score: 11.9
The chairman of the Federal Reserve Bank recently gave a speech to argue that without additional government intervention, the economic recovery was in peril. What are the costs and benefits of stimulus spending? Use today's article to consider the role of the Federal Reserve on our money supply; then study the effects of inflation as well by following up with izzit's video Too Much Money.
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Today's Alternate Article: Recoding Format History
Readability Score: 8.5
Today's Article: Male baboons get health benefits from platonic friendships with females
From: Washington Post
Readability Score: 10.3
Does having friends of the opposite sex increase lifespan? A baboon study suggests it might.
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Today's Alternate Article: The exotic ‘atom’ positronium surprises scientists
Readability Score: 8.5
The Supreme Court reconvenes this week, albeit with an empty seat. Help your students understand the impact the Supreme Court has on the United States by using some of our case-specific Teachable Moments videos. Find the full selection on our Constitutional Materials Page.
