History & Events
Who Were the Pilgrims and Why Did They Give Thanks?
The Pilgrims' first Thanksgiving feast in 1621 featured venison, seafood, cornbread, and porridge instead of turkey and now-traditional sides.
History & Events
Who Were the Pilgrims and Why Did They Give Thanks?
Health & Medicine
Can You Actually Boost Your Immune System?
The immune system is a complex network of cells, organs like the spleen and thymus, and molecules that protect you from infections.
Space & Astronomy
What Is a Corn Moon?
Did you know that when a full moon occurs at the beginning of september it's called a Corn Moon?
Space & Astronomy
What Is The Difference Between Asteroids, Comets & Meteors?
NASA successfully changed an asteroid's path in 2022, showing we can redirect potentially hazardous space rocks.
Chemistry & Physics
How Do Fireworks Get Their Colors?
Did you know that Chinese alchemists created gunpowder between 600 and 900 AD, paving the way for colorful fireworks?
Chemistry & Physics
How Does Soap Clean Away Germs and Dirt?
Hand sanitizers with at least 60% alcohol can kill germs, but soap and water clean away dirt and harmful chemicals better.
History & Events
How Did the Ancient Egyptians Build the Pyramids?
Did you know that Egypt's mighty pyramids weren't constructed by slaves?
Animals & Wildlife
Why Do Dogs Wag Their Tails?
The position of a dog's tail can reveal its feelings: a high tail indicates confidence, while a low tail signals submission.
Religion & Beliefs
Who Was Saint Patrick, and Why Do We Celebrate Him?
Did you know that St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, was actually born in Britain and captured by Irish raiders at age 16?
Geography & Places
What Is the European Union?
Did you know that the European Union's economy makes up approximately one-sixth of the world's total economic output?
Holidays & Celebrations
Why Do We Celebrate Valentine’s Day on February 14?
Valentine's Day was first noted as being a romantic holiday in 1382 in Geoffrey Chaucer's poem "Parliament of Fowls."
Geography & Places
Why Is Paris Called the City of Love?
Did you know that Paris is one of the ‘Big Four fashion capitals’ of the world, alongside New York City, Milan and London.
