Science

Making Memories—It Doesn’t Just Happen in the Brain

If you want to learn something, how do you study to make sure you remember it? Most people review the information repeatedly over a period of time. You might make flash cards to help with … Read more

Release the Rodents! How Gophers Helped Mount St. Helens Recover

After Mount St. Helens erupted in 1980, scientists turned to gophers to help restore the devastated ecosystem. Mount St. Helens is a volcano located in southwest Washington state. Its eruption was so explosive that it … Read more

What You Don’t Know About Snow

This month we explore some fun facts about snow. Snow is NOT frozen rain. While it is true that snow is frozen water, it does not form from rain. Sleet is frozen rain. Snow is … Read more

Winter Solstice Sunset at Keyhole Arch—When Everything Lines Up Perfectly

This time of year, Big Sur, California’s Keyhole Arch, attracts visitors from near and far. The visitors come to experience a natural light show as the Sun lines up perfectly in the middle of the … Read more

What You Need to Know About Earth’s Temporary “Mini Moon”

You might have recently heard that Earth has a second “moon.” Here’s what you need to know. What is it, really? 2024 PT5 is an asteroid, or a small, rocky object that orbits the Sun. … Read more

What Makes You Unique?

Think about your traits (characteristics of living things). What color are your eyes and hair? How tall are you? What shape is your nose? You might share some traits with your mom, dad, sisters, or … Read more

How Can Corn Affect the Weather?

If you live in the Midwest, you might have recently heard the term “corn sweat.” Some meteorologists used this term to explain why late summer humidity levels were so high and why it felt so … Read more

Three New Moons Discovered in Our Solar System

Scientists recently found three new moons orbiting planets in our solar system. A moon is a natural object that orbits a planet. Two of the moons orbit Neptune, and one orbits Uranus. Uranus and Neptune … Read more

The Engineering Battle for the Sky

Today, skyscrapers can be found in nearly every major city. In fact, cities seem to compete to see who can build the tallest building. Though buildings keep getting taller, engineers have faced many challenges along … Read more

How Do Flying Saucer Clouds Form?

Have you ever laid on the ground and looked for shapes in the clouds. You might have seen different animals, hearts, or racecars. But have you ever seen one that looks like a flying saucer? … Read more