Tub Capacity. This term refers to the inside wash tub and is measured in cubic feet. A large-capacity washer lessens laundry loads, which is perfect for growing families and those who wash bulky items at home. For reference, a 4.5 cu ft washer fits 25-30 bath towels (depending on towel thickness and weight).
Timeline Description: Sojourner Truth was born a slave but she escaped slavery in 1826. She became a supporter of both women's rights and abolition, or the fight to end slavery. At a women's rights convention in Ohio in 1851, she gave one of her most famous speeches, called Ain't I a Woman..
Today we tell about one of the most successful writers of children's books. Sarah Long and Steve Ember tell about Doctor Seuss. Doctor Seuss was the name used by Theodor Seuss Geisel. He was famous because of the books he wrote for children. They combine humorous words, funny pictures, and social opinion. Mr. Geisel also illustrated his books with pictures of funny creatures and plants. He did not receive training in art.