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Play Ball! Explore Baseball History in These 5 Parks
You can't deny baseball is synonymous with summer, and headquartered in Chicago, our staff is no stranger to sunny afternoons spent at the ballpark. …
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3 Ways to Celebrate the Great Outdoors with STEM Tours
"An understanding of the natural world and what's in it is a source of not only a great curiosity but great fulfillment." —David Attenborough As the …
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25 Resources to Bring Your Virtual Classroom to Life
Many of your homes became classrooms this spring, presenting unique challenges we had not experienced before the current global health situation. …
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Where to Celebrate International Women's Day Across the U.S.
This Friday marks International Women's Day 2019, a day to celebrate the achievements of female leaders and everyday heroes. In 1987, over a century …
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Top 5 Inspiring Travel Trends for 2019
Have you made your New Year's resolutions yet? We have! Every year, the team at Brightspark has one goal: find more ways to make travel inspiring and …
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Top 5 Cities to Experience America's Music History
From Chicago to Nashville to New York, the U.S. showcases its diverse musical traditions in iconic cities and venues where your band, choir, …
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Magnify Your STEM Lesson Plans in 7 Destinations Across the Globe
Science, engineering, technology, and math can be daunting subjects for some students, but we know many educators use creative, innovative STEM …
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Reaching New Heights: A Willis Tower Timeline
You’ve probably heard of the Willis Tower (formerly known as the Sears Tower). You know that it was the tallest building in the world for a long …
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7 Best Places to Learn About History in Chicago
History buffs, it’s time to discover Chicago. Since the 1850’s this city has dominated the Midwest. A hub for both business and culture, Chicago has …
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5 Things You Didn’t Know About the Willis Tower
There’s a reason that the Willis Tower’s Skydeck is a top attraction on our Chicago student tours. This 104th floor observation deck has amazing …
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