Category Archives: Life in the United States

It’s New Year’s Eve and time to ring in the new year (welcome and celebrate the new year)! For many people, the start of a new year means starting with a clean slate. Slate is type of dark gray stone. … Continue reading →

Tired of going to the mall (shopping center) to buy presents (gifts)? Tired of searching online for the “perfect” gift? Search no more! I have the best gift you can give yourself or your loved ones (people you love) this … Continue reading →

Thomas Edison was very smart guy. We know him as the inventor of the first practical (able to be used in everyday ways) light bulb. But that’s not the only thing Edison did in his lifetime. He also created the … Continue reading →

It’s not snowing here in Los Angeles, but it’s pretty chilly (cold). It’s dipped down to (reached the low temperature of) 50 degrees (10 degrees Celsius)! I need to keep warm, and since it’s winter, I’m putting aside my coffee … Continue reading →

In the fall of 1621, the Pilgrims, a group of mostly English citizens who were among the first to settle (move to and live) in what is now the northeastern U.S., held a three day celebration for a bountiful harvest. … Continue reading →

Because America is a relatively new country compared to many nations, many of the names we have for our cities and towns come from famous Americans in the past 200 years. For example, Houston, Texas, is named after Sam Houston, … Continue reading →

Last week I had the chance to visit one of the most beautiful national parks in California, Joshua Tree. Watch this short video and learn a little about this amazing place. It’s like going on vacation with me, but without … Continue reading →

Presidential libraries are places where many of the documents and possessions of American presidents are kept after they leave office (stop being president). These libraries usually have museums that tell you the story of that president and what he did. … Continue reading →