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KA-BOOM! Volcanoes have been around since the earth was forming—heating things up, growing land mass, then cooling down to leave fascinating landforms behind. These geological phenomena have inspired legends, cultures, … Continue reading →

Think backhoes and tractors are the only things that move dirt? Think again! Tiny insects and animals have a significant impact on the earth by refreshing the soil with burrows, … Continue reading →

How is a rock like a clock? Both can tell time. A clock uses hands, dials and numbers to tell hours and minutes. But a rock—and layers of rocks—may contain … Continue reading →

If crocodiles could talk, they’d tell you the difference between a swamp and wetlands – and why they prefer swamps where water provides them with a cool, wet home all … Continue reading →

Grab your flashlight and notebook to embark on an archeological discovery inside caves of Southwest America where rocks do the talking! Ancient cave dwellers used natural dyes to paint pictures … Continue reading →

Meet the giraffe camel, the bone-crushing dog and the eubelodon! This issue that introduces young paleontologists to unique animals that roamed the plains 11 million years ago. How do scientists … Continue reading →

Gnomes, trolls, elves, leprechauns… legends and folktales from around the world include tiny magical beings whose adventures have entertained children for centuries. This issue focuses on gnomes, helpful guardians of … Continue reading →

Meet the Amazing STEMdini who will dazzle you with the magic of science while explaining the science of magic. With tricks like “Magic Rain” (water that that won’t fall from … Continue reading →

Meet Leon the Lobster—a crusty crustacean—who will guide young marine biologists on a tour of his neighborhood. It’s not easy surviving in the ocean—but the lobster has evolved features that … Continue reading →

Proud of your hardworking parents? You should be! Workers make our nation stronger and collaborate for safe and fair working environments. The first Monday of September is time to celebrate … Continue reading →