Today in News History

On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 981, Xue Juzheng, Chinese scholar-official and historian passed away. In 1067, John Komnenos, Byzantine general passed away. In 1488, Joseon Dynasty official Choe Bu returned to Korea after months of shipwrecked travel in China. In 1493, Hartmann Schedel's Nuremberg Chronicle, one of the best-documented early printed books, is published. In 1580, The Ostrog Bible, one of the early printed Bibles in a Slavic language, is published. In 1584, Steven Borough, English navigator and explorer (born 1525) passed away. In 1979, Maya Kobayashi, Japanese journalist was born. In 1988, Inbee Park, South Korean golfer was born. In 1992, Caroline Pafford Miller, American journalist and author (born 1903) passed away. In 2001, Space Shuttle program: Space Shuttle Atlantis is launched on mission STS-104, carrying the Quest Joint Airlock to the International Space Station. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

Back-to-School Books and Activities

Organized Classroom

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July 8, 2026

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Narrative Analysis: Plain Folks

Need some back-to-school activities and read aloud suggestions? Look no further! Organized Classroom has you covered at this blog post! The post Back-to-School Books and Activities appeared first on Organized Classroom.

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How other outlets are covering this story

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Coverage bias distribution

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DNyuz

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· Jun 27, 2026

My kids’ summer schedule includes both fun and chores. We get the boring stuff done first.

The author’s kids do chores before their fun summer activities. Courtesy of Bethaney Phillips Before the end of the school year, my kids kept talking about sleeping in and video games. I wanted them to know their summer would have a little more structure than that. Their summer schedule includes both fun and chores, and []

Fox News

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· Jul 9, 2026

These school supplies are cheaper online than in stores — Amazon, Best Buy and more

Save on back-to-school essentials with the best deals on backpacks, printers, water bottles, school supplies and more from Amazon, Staples and Best Buy.

Canada's National Observer

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· Jul 8, 2026

Time outdoors is good for kids. Educators are giving it to them

As children spend less time outdoors, compelling new research — and reimagined schoolyards — point the way back.

UPI

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· Jun 29, 2026

Summer reading: 5 books being adapted for film, TV

Summer reading: 5 books being adapted for film, TV

The 74

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· Jun 22, 2026

Iowa Declared War on Chronic Absenteeism. Now It’s Gaining Some Ground

Davenport, Iowa, superintendent TJ Schneckloth has an easy way of describing the impact of student absenteeism. “Take your favorite book,” he said. “Let me rip one page out and it’s no longer your favorite book.” The loss of knowledge and continuity mirrors what students face when they miss even a single day of school, he []

NTK Network

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· Jul 2, 2026

The Lasting Benefits of Preschool Education for Early Childhood Development

Key Takeaways Table of Contents Preschool education is crucial for setting children on a path toward long-term academic achievement and well-being. By introducing learning experiences in a nurturing, structured environment, early education shapes children’s cognitive, emotional, and social skills, forming a strong base for future growth. Parents looking for a dedicated and supportive environment can []

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Related coverage for "Back-to-School Books and Activities": DNyuz — My kids’ summer schedule includes both fun and chores. We get the boring stuff done first.. Fox News — These school supplies are cheaper online than in stores — Amazon, Best Buy and more. Canada's National Observer — Time outdoors is good for kids. Educators are giving it to them. UPI — Summer reading: 5 books being adapted for film, TV. The 74 — Iowa Declared War on Chronic Absenteeism. Now It’s Gaining Some Ground. NTK Network — The Lasting Benefits of Preschool Education for Early Childhood Development