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On May 27, Pearson announced that Bodies in Play had officially become a nonprofit organization after 10 years as an independent, project-based collective.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 30, 2026
Play as Superman’s cousin, Kara Zor-El, while the game’s credits roll, zapping the names of developers with her laser vision as they scroll past to score extra points you can redeem in the SuperShop.
From Salon • Jun. 27, 2026
Play later, and you know what the path looks like.
From BBC • Jun. 25, 2026
A thudding kick drum and a mournful sax set up “I’ll Play the Fool” before a rubbery rumba beat and swing band take over.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 15, 2026
“Where’s your secret? Play fair, Teddy, or I’ll never believe you again,” she said, trying to extinguish the brilliant hopes that blazed up at a word of encouragement.
From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott
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Mother's Day Words: What Mothers Do
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Reading: Literature - Middle School
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Reading: Literature - Introductory
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