Scientists find many things fascinating – from atoms and outer space to the human body itself. Yet none are more astonishing than our bodies themselves. Did you know that, on average, you blink approximately 20 times per minute? Or that it takes more muscles to frown than smile? Or that earwax is actually a form…
Germany has long played an influential role in global history. Notably, it fought two World Wars and participated in the Cold War; furthermore, Germany pioneered Daylight Saving Time as well as creating popular confectionary products such as Hershey Kisses. German culture offers so much! Boasting 52 UNESCO World Heritage sites, Germany boasts plenty of activities….
Argentina has endured dictatorships, economic crises and wars. Additionally, one of its first achievements was radio broadcasting; and also gave birth to one of the first full-length cartoons with Quirino Cristiani’s work. Patagonia is home to some of the oldest land plants (liverworts) ever found anywhere, as well as having the highest plastic surgery per…
Tomatoes are an indispensable food, from adding it as a topping on French fries and sliders, to using it in salsa and making sandwiches – but did you know they’re fruits too? People feared tomatoes to be toxic until the mid-1800s because they resembled plants containing deadly nightshade. Furthermore, tomatoes had a longstanding belief that…
Cuba boasts one of the world’s most breathtaking coastlines, boasting picturesque beaches tucked between mangrove swamps and coral reefs, fringed with rugged cliffs. Cuba offers many exciting activities. You can view classic American cars, watch salsa dancing performances, dine on delicious dishes and much more. 1. The people Cubans are an outgoing people who value…
South Africa is home to some of the largest land mammals on earth, the highest commercial bungee jump and one of the world’s most luxurious trains: Rovos Rail. Furthermore, South Africa features one of the longest wine routes and is the main producer of Rooibos tea. South Africa would fit snugly between Chile and Argentina…
Butterfly cycles for kids make learning about the four stages of a butterfly’s life engaging and educational. Let’s begin with its eggs – small, fragile creatures with colors varying depending on its mother – before exploring what comes next in its journey – wings! Caterpillars eat voraciously and grow, feeding on leaves before shredding their…
When people think of Japan, they tend to picture its cities filled with towering residential structures. But much of Japan is actually covered with wilderness! Japan associates the number four with death, which explains why buildings rarely contain a fourth floor and cutlery is typically sold in sets of three. 1. Japan is the world’s…
Canada is an amazing country full of interesting and surprising facts! To discover more, continue reading! Canada is represented by its national symbol: the maple leaf! Not only does it adorn its currency and flag, but its image can also be found on Canada’s highest tide (Bay of Fundy) as well as being home to…
