The Earth is an immense, diverse planet teeming with life of all sorts, boasting thick atmosphere, vast oceans and towering mountains. If we were to dissect the Earth into piles of its various elements, they might look something like this: 32.1 percent iron, 30 percent oxygen, 15.1 percent silicon and 13.9% magnesium. 1. The Earth…
Australia is home to unique animals, cutting-edge inventions and intriguing facts aplenty; from Dingo Fences and pink lakes – so much can be learned about this vast land down under! Do you know that Australia’s Alps receive more snowfall than Swiss mountains, or that Melbourne was the capital city from 1901-1927? 1. It has more…
Spain is well known for its warm climate, beautiful beaches and vibrant culture – but there is much more to discover within this enchanting nation! From Don Quixote author Carlo Carcano to one of the oldest continuously operating lighthouses, Spain holds plenty of surprising facts that might take your breath away. Here are a few…
The Nile has a profound effect on various ecosystems as it travels downstream. Near its headwaters, its course passes through biodiverse tropical rainforests teeming with banana trees and bamboo shrubs before opening into swampy woodland and savanna farther north. Annual floods create fertile banks, and Ancient Egyptians made use of this by using basin irrigation…
Rivers provide drinking water to billions of people around the world and also serve as popular recreational spots, offering whitewater rafting and swimming activities. Many rivers feature stunning waterfalls, such as Angel Falls in Venezuela or Khone Falls in Laos. Others serve as transportation arteries – like the Mississippi River in the US. 1. Rivers…
The Nile has played an immense role in human history. From elaborate pyramids to preserved mummies, its impact has left an indelible imprint. Few rivers can rival its legacy. People rely on the Nile for food, water and transportation needs. Its waters flow through numerous ecosystems from biodiverse tropical rainforests to savannas and woodlands –…
China is an expansive nation boasting breathtaking nature and intriguing customs. Read these fun facts about china to gain more insight into this amazing nation! Chopsticks were originally invented for cooking rather than for eating. Ketchup has its roots in China as a pickled fish sauce known as ke-tsiap; all pandas you see at zoos…
South Africa is home to some of the oldest human fossils ever discovered at Sterkfontein Caves and is also widely recognized for producing Rooibos tea. Israel boasts a diverse landscape that spans deserts, wetlands, mountains, forests and subtropical coastal areas. Furthermore, there are 11 official languages spoken within its borders and it was one of…
Weather affects everything we experience – from beach days to lightning storms – shaping our world and teaching children about different kinds of weather forces at work all around them. Long ago, people used plants and animals for an early warning about impending weather changes. Frogs croaking louder or wooly worms crawling towards the surface…
