Oil field workers don’t know the meaning of “weekend.” These laborers often operate heavy equipment, do heavy lifting, and repair machinery 12 hours a day for weeks at a time before having… More →
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Traditional Chinese food is all about a simple balance of ingredients. Tasty vegetables, rice, and light sauces are combined. Sounds delicious, right? Beginning chefs will be prepared to cook More →
Larry Page changed the way people navigate the Internet in 1998 when he cofounded Google with Sergey Brin. The first version of Google was first launched on their college’s Web site! Find out More →
Described by President Franklin D. Roosevelt as “a date which will live in infamy,” the attack on Pearl Harbor pulled the United States into World War II. Young readers will feel the impact… More →
Did you know that the first game of basketball was played with a soccer ball? And that players used peach baskets as hoops? Basketball has since become a major sport around the world, with… More →
Japanese food is not just for filling the belly. From preparation to presentation, Japanese chefs make sure it is a pleasure to each of the senses. Take a peek inside this recipe book to… More →
Ever since he cofounded Microsoft, Bill Gates has been one of the most influential people in computer development. And though he is one of the richest people in the world, he has pledged to… More →
Is that a leaf or a snake’s head? Gaboon vipers are camouflage experts, hiding from prey and striking at the last second. They hide so well that their meals often almost step on them! Find… More →
Did you hear something? Though western diamondbacks are known for shaking their rattles, these snakes are actually silent hunters. Their tails only move to tell predators to stay away. It is… More →
There are many strange foods out there that don't sound appetizing at first. From rotting shark meat to fried spiders, there’s sure to be something that can test the strength of your stomach. More →
Members of the ski patrol have a big job to do. Trained in emergency medical services, they can often only get to their patients by skis, snowmobile, or helicopter. Some are trained to save… More →









