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Drones

Modern day leprechauns have novel methods of getting around, and if their magic works, they could even hop a ride on a flying gadget just their size. A drone is neither plane nor helicopter, but a miniature combination of both. … Continue reading

Be Your Own Valentine

How to love your own healthy self is a sweet gift for Valentine’s Day. Running, jumping, dancing and hopping are just a few ways to get your heart muscle pumping! A healthy heart means the rest of your body will … Continue reading

Petals Make Nests

Two discoveries, far apart and on the very same day identified species of bees that build their underground nests from petals and mud. In Turkey the female bees favor yellow, pink, blue and purple petals but in Iran, the rare … Continue reading

Silly Summer Games

First you have to find a ketchup packet that will float—but then you can baffle your friends with your magic floating trick. Web Links Rollercoaster RushTake your riders on a gut-wrenching, yowling terror ride! Negotiate huge peaks, steep valleys, loop-the-loops, … Continue reading

Animal Moms

Watch this open letter to moms from Kid President. Web Links Meet the Hardest Working Mom on the planet Meet Some Amazing Animal Moms

Animal Moms

From alligators to zebra animal moms are everywhere—and that’s a good thing since there’s plenty of caretaking needed all over the animal kingdom. Octopus Mom needs all eight legs to manage her mothering chores, while Alligator Mom has figured out … Continue reading

Baby Birds

The Birdfeeders.com website provides pictures and information about many of the birds you might see in your neighborhood. Below is information about the American Goldfinch. American Goldfinch (“The Vegetarian”) Scientific name: Spinus tristis Range: Most of the continental U.S. and … Continue reading

Baby Birds

What better sign that spring has arrived than hearing the chirping of newly hatched birds? The care needed is best left to their bird parents, but you can help protect thee newborns by following the guidelines in this special issue. … Continue reading

The World’s Oldest Living Animal

At the age of 183, Jonathan the Tortoise is the oldest living animal in the world. Since 1882, he has lived on St. Helena, a remote island in the south Atlantic, in the grounds of Plantation House, the home of … Continue reading

Dreadnoughtus

Dreadnoughtus was one humongous dinosaur. See the size comparisons and then scroll down for a video showing te scientists working on the bones. Web Links Fun Facts about DinosaursWritten for kids! New Dinosaur Discovery VideoSmart videos for curious minds of … Continue reading