Top 10 Cutest Dinosaurs of the Mesozoic Era

Top 10 Cutest Dinosaurs of the Mesozoic Era

Some dinosaurs were adorable as a newborn puppy or kitten (although a lot of it has to do with how these adorable dinosaurs have been rendered by modern “paleo-artists”). Discover 10 real-life dinosaurs cute enough to grace the cover of a Jurassic Hallmark card. If your teeth are starting to hurt from all these sweets, … Read more

Last Day of School Activities

Last Day of School Activities

There’s no time for long-term projects on the last day of school. The kids have mentally checked out, and the teachers aren’t far behind. We still need to keep the natives from getting restless and out of control by filling the day with something productive. Consider these ideas for organizing the last day of the … Read more

Major Rivers That Flow North

Major Rivers That Flow North

It is a common misconception that all rivers flow south. Many people believe that rivers flow toward the equator (in the Northern Hemisphere) or flow down toward the bottom of north-oriented maps. The truth is that rivers (like all other objects on Earth) flow downhill due to gravity. No matter where a river is located, … Read more

Things That Really Glow in the Dark

Things That Really Glow in the Dark

The phosphorescence of many objects, chemicals, and products emits light. The glowing of some critters serves a purpose, such as fireflies, which attract mates and deter predators. Radium is an example of a radioactive substance that glows as it decays. On the other hand, tonic water can be made to glow. Some of the most … Read more

Famous Pirate Ships of All Time

Famous Pirate Ships

Pirates, buccaneers, corsairs, and other scurvy sea dogs robbed merchantmen and treasure fleets during the so-called “Golden Age of Piracy.” Some of these men, such as Blackbeard, “Black Bart” Roberts, and Captain William Kidd, became very famous. What about their pirate ships? As famous as the men who sailed these ships were the ships these … Read more