Children’s / Teenage general interest: Work, politics and society

Even before the country became independent in 1962, Rwanda's two largest ethnic groups, the Hutu and Tutsi, were often at war.

In 1498 Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama became the first European to set foot on the shores of Mozambique.

Libya is the third-largest state in Africa by area.

Many anthropologists believe the human species originated in Kenya's Rift Valley, where hominid skulls more than 2 million years old have been discovered.

Ethiopia, unlike most African countries, remained mostly free from European colonial influence.

The Egyptian civilization along the Nile River was one of the ancient world's earliest and most influential empires.

Like its neighbors Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the tiny African country of Burundi has a long history of internal violence.

Africa, the world's second-largest continent, is home to more than 50 countries.

The story of the women's suffrage movement in the American West is one of expansion, courage, and struggle.

You should be happy being a wife and mother!

The Second World War changed how the United States saw women's roles.

African-American women played a major role in bringing about social change during the civil rights movement.

The Civil War finally ended slavery in the United States in 1865.

A member of the EU since 1973, the United Kingdom is made up mostly of England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.

A member of the EU since 1995, Sweden is one of the most stable and peaceful countries in the world.

Spain has it all: beaches, modern cities, soaring architecture, mountains, and more.

Long ago, Portugal was one of the world's most powerful countries, as it explored and conquered places far from home.

Poland is an Eastern European country that is stepping up on the world stage.

The Netherlands is one of the most progressive countries in the EU.

Italy is a tourist destination for thousands of people every year.

Not long ago, Ireland was a country dealing with poverty and violence.

Greece's economy has struggled a lot in recent years, but it has a long, rich history to draw on to help solve its problems.

Ever since Germany formed in 1871, it has been a major world player.

As one of the most powerful countries in Europe, France is a key player in the EU.

Denmark is a peaceful northern country that joined the EU in 1973.

The Czech Republic is one of the newest countries in the world.

Although Belgium is a small country, it is a big player in Europe.

Austria is a German-speaking country with a long history and rich cultural traditions, from kings and queens to musical composers.

Have you ever played cards on a rainy afternoon?

Special days are times for fun and togetherness.

Have you heard of Anansi, the mischief-making spider from Africa?

Have you heard these common proverbs?

You may turn on the CD player or the radio when you want to hear musicbut once, in the days before modern technology, music was enjoyed whenever groups of people got together.

Did you know that if you drop a spoon, someone will kiss you soon?

A patchwork quilt .

Do you know who started the first volunteer fire company in the United States?

Does your family have a favorite holiday meal?

Did you know that today's jolly Santa Claus was originally a Catholic bishop?

On March 24, 2002, Halle Berry made history.

Derek Jeter's career with the New York Yankees started in style.

Alicia Keys has dominated hip-hop and R&B music since first bursting onto the scene in 2001.

Find out what it takes to be a veterinarian with character.

Find out what it takes to be a special education teacher with character.

Find out what it takes to be a social worker with character.

Find out what it takes to be a research scientist with character.

Find out what it takes to be a psychologist with character.

Find out what it takes to be a professional athlete or sports official.

Find out what it takes to be a politician with character.

Find out what it takes to be a nurse with character.

Find out what it takes to be a member of the military.