Literature as a Tool to Encourage Critical Thinking Among Students

Philadelphia, PA - Literature is so deeply intertwined with our lives.  It is one of the ways you can find out more about the world, about the past, about the struggles of the greatest thinkers in history. Even though some students might not see the advantages and benefits of studying literature and reading, they indeed come with many. 

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Philadelphia, PA - The animals at The Philadelphia Zoo, the nation's oldest zoo in America, are sharing their winter evenings with a sparkling holiday display called "LumiNature." This event returned to the Philadelphia Zoo last night for the 3rd season. It is a breathtaking display of sights and sounds.

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Philadelphia, PA - For a fun and rewarding day trip from Philadelphia, consider visiting one of the Hidden Waterfalls in Pennsylvania. There are eight waterfalls in Pennsylvania, and the hiking trails here range in difficulty from fifteen minutes to two hours. The waterfalls are about a two-hour drive from the city. Several nearby parks are worth visiting, including Pennypack Park and Wissahickon Valley Park.