Character Matters Module Adds Read Aloud for Kids

Infobase added a new Character Matters module to The World Almanac® for Kids Online—a perfect complement to character education curricula. Plus, the new Read Aloud tool makes the articles in the database accessible to an even wider audience. We invite you to continue reading for more details on both the new module and the new tool.

New Character Matters Module

Character education plays an important role in schools today. The World Almanac for Kids Online now offers a new module for it. It is called Character Matters.

The new Character Matters module is organized into seven key areas:

• Being Fair and Honest
• Dealing with Bullying
• Handling Peer Pressure
• Teamwork and Respect
• Managing Responsibilities
• Dealing with Frustration and Anger
• Managing Conflict Resolution.

Engaging videos and helpful articles explain key virtues and common social issues. They also offer tips and strategies. These help students build good character. They also help students handle hard situations in a healthy way. The Fun Facts articles and interactive crossword puzzle and word search add some fun to this important topic.

New Read Aloud Tool

Students now have an accessible new way to “listen” to articles in The World Almanac® for Kids Online with the new Read Aloud tool. On any article page, simply click the “Read Aloud” link just below the article title, and a player will appear below it. Read Aloud is especially helpful for English as a Second or Foreign Language learners, students with reading challenges, or those with a visual impairment but can be a useful tool for anyone.