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Arctic Tern Migration
A migration is the seasonal movement of a group of animals from one place to another. Which animal holds the record for longest migration? The arctic tern. These birds have a wingspan of about 75 … Read more
Year: 2026
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El Niño
You may have heard or read about El Niño in a weather report. Meteorologists, scientists who study and predict the weather, talk about how this phenomenon will affect weather in different places. Some areas may … Read more
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Floods Devastate Nepal and Tibet
On August 26, 2026, a massive flood occurred on the border of Nepal and Tibet. Many villages were buried under mud and debris [waste or parts of material that are broken or left over]. Seventy … Read more
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The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
Every October almost a million visitors arrive in Albuquerque, New Mexico. They come to pilot hot-air balloons, ride in balloons, or just watch balloons soar through the air. This year, the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta … Read more
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Know That State: Utah
Arches National Park has over 2,000 stone arches. These were molded naturally over millions of years. Underground, layers of sandstone formed on top of salt. As more stone formed, some was pushed up into a … Read more
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What’s in ice cream?
Most people like ice cream. A recent survey found that 97 percent of Americans love or like ice cream! Favorite flavors include vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry. What makes ice cream so good? The combination of … Read more
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House Paint that Sweats
Can the paint on the outside of a house help keep the house cool in hot weather? Yes. Some types of paint have ingredients (materials used to make something) that reflect (to bounce back from … Read more
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How Does Air Quality Affect You?
This summer, communities throughout the Midwest experienced very unhealthy and hazardous air quality. People were recommended to limit their time outdoors. Many outdoor facilities were closed. This included public swimming pools, beaches, zoos, and amusement parks. Outdoor events such as … Read more
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Where on Earth Is Puerto Rico?
The United States of America includes 50 states and the capital district of Washington, DC. Did you know it includes 13 territories as well? A US territory is land that is part of the United States but is not a state. One of these is Puerto Rico, which became a US territory in 1898. Territories … Read more
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Remembering Dolly Parton
Dolly Parton was a legendary American figure. She became famous as a country music singer. She also found success as an actress and a businesswoman. She had a very generous spirit and used her success to help others. Dolly Parton was born in 1946 in … Read more