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Pasty Mink experienced discrimination as a young woman, but she was determined to achieve her goals. She worked tirelessly to make sure that women in future generations had equal opportunities.

Sea lions are one of the most talented and intelligent creatures on earth. They exist in the wild and in captivity, and are often trained to perform in aquarium shows. Although sea lions are protected from being hunted, humans must continue to protect them along with all unique sea creatures.

Scientists sent the spacecraft Stardust into space to collect data from Comet Wild 2. The spacecraft took photographs and collected comet dust. Scientists use the dust samples to learn about comets, the solar system, and the beginnings of life.

Born in Africa, Phillis Wheatley was kidnapped and sold into slavery to a family in Boston, where she learned to read and write. She became the first African American to publish a book; George Washington admired her poetry.

Ever since B. B. King was a young boy working on a plantation he wanted to be a musician. As a result of hard work, determination,and a passion for music, B. B. King became a blues legend who influenced the careers of other music greats such as Elvis Presley and John Lennon.

Because of the power of the printed word and revolutionary individuals like Thomas Paine and Samuel Adams, the Declaration of Independence was written and distributed. What events precipitated this?.

Once present in every state west of the Continental Divide, the grizzly became a threatened species by 1975. Farmers and ranchers, concerned for their stock, had nearly eradicated the bears. Thanks to the efforts of scientists at Yellowstone National Park, this indicator species is reclaiming its prominent place in the ecosystem.

Marjory Stoneman Douglas was considered the ?Mother of the Everglades.? She worked the majority of her life trying to protect and preserve the Florida Everglades. Today, the area is protected as a National Park.

Since ancient times, people have been curious about the moon. Scientists have studied the moon and astronauts have traveled to the moon to collect moon rocks and dirt. Next, scientists hope to send people to live on the moon.

Manatees and sea otters dwell beneath the ocean?s surface, where they face many challenges. These marine mammals have special traits to survive in their underwater environment but face danger due to human actions.