Japan may be best-known for its cutting-edge technologies and bustling metropolises, but this island nation also boasts a rich culture unique to itself. From food to traditions, here are some interesting facts about Japan that you may have never known! Filling your friends’ drinks is considered polite in Japan as it symbolizes your care for…
Ireland is home to an intriguing history. Here are 10 fascinating facts that might surprise you! Legend holds that St. Patrick banished all snakes from Ireland, although there are actually none roaming freely here. Halloween derives its spooky spirit from an ancient Celtic festival called Samhain. 1. The Wild Atlantic Way is the longest driving…
China is an intriguing nation with an interesting past and fast-emerging economy. To gain more insight, here are some interesting facts about China you might not have known about before reading further. Did you know that the Great Wall of China can be seen from space, or that ice cream was invented there, or that…
Zebras are remarkable creatures. Although part of the same family as donkeys and horses, each zebra stands out in many ways; its stripes act like fingerprints – no two are exactly alike. Their stripes also help protect them from biting flies, and their coats can block up to 70% of incoming heat. 1. They are…
Egypt is an amazing land filled with amazing ancient monuments, scorching deserts and bustling cities – here are 10 facts you might not know about Egypt: 1. Without the Nile River, Egypt would be a desert. Each year it floods, depositing rich black soil that helps trees and plants flourish. The Great Pyramid of Giza…
Most people know Greece as the birthplace of Western Civilization and democracy; however, few know of other interesting facts about Greece that most don’t know about. One of the most striking facts about Greece is that 80 percent of it consists of mountains. One such mountain range, the Pindus Range, contains one of the deepest…
Japan is an incredible nation, rich with its own distinct culture and stunning geography. There are countless interesting facts about Japan that you may be unaware of! As four is often heard to sound similar to Japanese words for death, there are few fourth-level buildings or flatware found there. 1. The Japanese language is one…
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…
This PowerPoint presentation includes ten slides of information about the Apollo 11 moon landing. This resource can be used for whole-class, small group, or independent activities. After returning to the LM, Armstrong and Aldrin engaged its propulsion system to shift from their near circular orbit into an elliptical one before initiating their powered descent initiation…
