Ann M. Wolf “Blessed are the Ones” – Remembering 9/11/2001
September 11th, 2020
NASA Honored Mary W Jackson – Report by WTK Teen Mallory
NASA celebrated the agency’s first African American female engineer, Mary W. Jackson, with a ceremony to formally name the agency’s headquarters building in Washington in her honor. On February 26, 2021, a ceremony was held officially renaming the building. Mary Winston Jackson loved science and wanted to help others. In the 1970s, she worked with kids at the King Street Community Center in Hampton to build a wind tunnel and do experiments. She wanted to show them that science was exciting and that there were many black scientists they might not know about. https://rumble.com/v5kh19x-nasa-has-named-washington-d.c.-hq-in-honor-of-mary-w.-jackson.html Mary's journey to becoming an engineer [...]
WTK Teen Afton’s Report on J.D Vance & His Painful Childhood
JD Vance, born James Donald Bowman in Middletown, Ohio, is currently serving as a Senator for the state of Ohio, USA having taken office on January 3, 2023, following his election in 2022. Donald Trump has selected JD Vance as his Vice President for 2024 US election. His remarkable journey from a small Rust Belt city to the halls of Congress reflects a life shaped by both adversity and perseverance. https://rumble.com/v5kbjb6-who-is-jd-vance-by-wtk-reporter-afton.html JD Vance was exposed to the difficulties that many American families confront because he was raised in Middletown, a formerly affluent manufacturing town that experienced a severe economic [...]
The 10 Commandments in Louisiana Classroom
There is a growing debate over the posting of the Ten Commandments in public classrooms and buildings. Many Americans feel this august collection of laws has a positive and much-needed effect on all who read them. Those opposing the Ten Commandments claim the posting somehow represents the “establishment” of religion and not a list of rules for virtuous living. However, America needs the Ten Commandments—now more than ever. They should be spread, posted and obeyed everywhere, not just in classrooms. If society is to flourish, we must have guardrails that ensure order reigns, not violence and disorder. https://rumble.com/v5kh0uh-the-10-commandments-in-louisiana-classrooms-by-wtk-reporter-afton.html Here are [...]
Happy Independence Day July 4th, 2024 – We The Kids
The Fourth of July has been a federal holiday since 1941. Independence Day celebrations date back to the American Revolution in the 18th century. Thomas Jefferson drafted the Declaration of Independence, a historic document, on July 2nd, 1776, after the Continental Congress voted in favor of independence. On this historic day, the Founding Fathers declared that the Thirteen Colonies were no longer subject to Britain’s rule and were now united, free, and independent states. From 1776 to the present day, the Fourth of July has been celebrated as the birth of American independence, with fireworks, parades, barbecues, picnics, and various [...]
Historic Legacy of Juneteenth: America’s 2nd Independence Day
Today we are unfolding A historic event known as “Freedom’s Eve”. Enslaved and free African Americans gathered in churches and homes across the United States, holding their breath for the dawn of a new era. At midnight, the Emancipation Proclamation came into effect, declaring all enslaved people in Confederate states legally free. This moment marked a monumental shift in the fight for freedom and justice. Despite the proclamation, not all enslaved people were immediately freed. In Texas, the news of emancipation didn't arrive until June 19, 1865, when Union troops, led by General Gordon Granger, reached Galveston Bay. They announced [...]
Discover the Fascinating History of Arizona
Hello everyone! Have you ever wondered about the incredible stories behind the places we live in? Well, get ready to gather some fun facts, because we're diving into the fascinating history of Arizona—a state full of adventure, mystery, and vibrant cultures! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o89CuVEZm-8&rel=0 Ancient Beginnings Long before Arizona became a state, it was home to various Native American tribes who built incredible civilizations. One of the most famous groups was the Ancestral Puebloans, also known as the Anasazi. Thousands of years ago, they lived in the region and constructed amazing cliff dwellings, like those you can still see at [...]
Patriotic Lessons: Engaging Kids in Memorial Day Traditions
Families across the country gather to commemorate Memorial Day, a momentous and important occasion, as the sun rises on the last day of May. We have the chance to consider the sacrifices made by the courageous men and women who have given their lives to defend the liberties we value on this day of remembering. We at "We The Kids Inc." think it's critical to impart knowledge of this day's significance and history to the future generation. The origins of Memorial Day can be found in the years that followed the Civil War, the bloodiest struggle in American history. Originally [...]
The Remarkable Journey of Johnny Clem: From Drummer Boy to Major General
Nine-year-old John Lincoln "Johnny" Clem fled his Newark, Ohio, home in May 1861 to enlist in the Union Army. Still, the Army was reluctant to draft a small youngster. He was turned down by the 3rd Ohio Regiment commander, who stated that they "weren't enlisting infants." Clem would not give up and tried his luck with the 22nd Michigan Regiment, but he was turned down again. Clem, unflinching, followed the regiment, adopted the persona of a drummer boy, and was granted permission to remain. He was not formally recruited, but he did camp work and was paid $13 a month [...]
WTK Support the Rights and Safety of Jewish Students – Sign the Petition
We The Kids Support the Rights and Safety of Jewish Students Children Israel and American flag Why this petition matters Started by Kevin Fobbs The tragic Hamas massacre on October 7, 2023, which claimed the lives of 1,400 innocent Israelis including children and babies, along with 31 Americans is a stark reminder of the need for vigilance in protecting all of our citizens. We The Kids "Support the Rights and Safety of Jewish Students Sea to Shining Sea" campaign which is aimed at mobilizing millions of compassionate Americans to safeguard the Constitutional rights and freedom of Jewish students and [...]
Unveiling the History & Origin Behind Everyday Customs
As a result of taking their yearly bath in May and still smelling very decent by June, the majority of people got married in June. But to cover up the body odor, brides carried a bouquet since they were beginning to smell. Thus, it is customary to hold a bouquet at a marriage ceremony today. Baths consisted of a big tub filled with hot water. The man of the house had the privilege of the nice clean water, then all the other sons and men, then the women, and finally the children. Last of all the babies. By then the [...]
Jesus Has Risen : Exploring Easter Tradition & History
Luke 24 On the first day of the week, very early in the morning, the women took the spices they had prepared and went to the tomb. 2 They found the stone rolled away from the tomb, 3 but when they entered, they did not find the body of the Lord Jesus. 4 While they were wondering about this, suddenly two men in clothes that gleamed like lightning stood beside them. 5 In their fright the women bowed down with their faces to the ground, but the men said to them, “Why do you look for the living among the [...]