Hot temperatures, strong winds, and very dry weather are helping wildfires spread across parts of the western United States. One large fire called the Iron Fire is burning in Utah and forced people in the town of Eureka to leave their homes for safety. Firefighters worked hard to protect buildings, and no homes had been destroyed. Other wildfires are also burning in states like Arizona. Experts say drought conditions and extreme heat make it easier for fires to start and grow quickly. Create a wildfire safety brochure for families. Fold a piece of paper into three sections and include drawings and tips that teach people how to stay safe during a wildfire. Explain what families should do if they are told to evacuate, how firefighters help communities, and why dry weather can increase fire danger.

2. “TOY STORY 5” OPENS IN THEATERS

Toy Story 5 had the biggest movie opening of the year so far. The new Pixar movie made $160 million in the United States and $312 million around the world during its first weekend. That is the best opening ever for a Toy Story movie. The film brings back favorite characters like Woody, Buzz Lightyear, and Jessie. In the story, the toys face a new problem when Bonnie gets a tablet and starts paying less attention to them. Compare how playing with toys and electronics use your imagination in different ways. Write at least 5 sentences observing how they’re similar and different.

3. RESTORING AN ANCIENT MONUMENT

The Parthenon in Athens, Greece, is one of the most famous ancient buildings in the world. Workers recently added new marble pieces to fill gaps on part of the temple that had been missing for more than 220 years. The Parthenon was built thousands of years ago to honor the goddess Athena. Millions of visitors come to see it each year. The restoration helps people better understand what the temple looked like long ago while preserving an important piece of history. Imagine you are an architect helping restore an ancient building. Draw your own historic structure and label parts that need repairs. Then write a short paragraph explaining why it is important to protect old buildings and what future generations can learn from them.

4. EGYPT HOPING FOR WORLD CUP WIN

Egypt’s soccer team is hoping to win its first World Cup match ever when it plays New Zealand. Egypt already earned an important tie against Belgium, which gave the team its first World Cup point since 1990. This year, more African teams are playing in the World Cup than ever before, and several have already done well. Egypt wants to make its fans proud and show that African soccer is strong. The team is led by famous players like Mo Salah and hopes to move on to the next round. Sports teams often have to work together to reach big goals. Think about a time when you worked with a group, partner, or team. Write a paragraph describing the goal, what role you played, and one challenge your group had to overcome. Then explain why teamwork is important in sports and in everyday life.

5. A TRIBUTE TO NEWSPAPERS

The Newsroom, a small newsstand in Washington, D.C., is one of the last places in the city that still focuses on selling newspapers and magazines. Owner Stephen Bota has worked in the news business for many years and continues to offer hundreds of different publications. Even though many people now read news online, some customers enjoy holding a newspaper or magazine in their hands. The store has become a special place where people can discover stories, learn new things, and explore publications from around the world. Interview a parent, grandparent, teacher, or another adult about how they got their news when they were your age. Ask at least three questions. Then write a short summary explaining what you learned and how getting news today is different from when they were growing up.