Did you know there are both hot deserts and cold deserts? A hot desert is a dry place where little rainfall occurs. They are typically very barren, containing little water and life forms. Some plants and animals, however, thrive in the desert biome. Hot deserts are dry, barren areas of land where little rainfall occurs. […]
It’s almost time for summer, so it’s a good idea to open up those pools and get ready to swim! Swimming is a great way to exercise and cool off on those hot summer days. We will cover all the swimming facts for kids plus the benefits of swimming, water safety tips, and world records […]
Have you ever seen a hummingbird? Hummingbirds are small birds that flutter around searching for the nectar of flowers. They are the smallest living bird species in the World and are commonly found in Central America, specifically along the Gulf of Mexico. They can travel long distances and the best part is, you always know […]
The Earth is the air we breathe, the ground we step on, and the water we drink. The planet Earth is a very fascinating place, as it is believed to be the only place in the universe that can support life. There are hundreds of other facts about the planet we call home. In this […]
North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Australia, Antarctica, and Africa. Those are the seven continents of the World. Today, we are going to focus on the continent of Africa with these Africa facts for kids. Can you name any places in Africa? How about any landmarks or animals species that live there? Africa is home […]
What is your favorite animal? One of my most favorite animals is the turtle. Turtles are fascinating creatures with a hard, protective shell and a shy demeanor. Turtles can live in fresh water, salt water, or even on land! There are both land turtles and marine turtles or aquatic turtles. With all these different types […]
From polar bears, to baleen whales, sea otters, and even humans there are so many different kinds of mammals. There are large mammals, such as the brown bear and small mammals, such as the tiny bat. What types of mammals can you name? Did you know humans are mammals too? That’s right! Mammals are characterized […]
Have you ever heard of woolly mammoths? You may not have since woolly mammoths went extinct around 10,000 years ago. But, if you do know what a woolly mammoth is, that’s great! They were big, furry creatures with long tusks and a humped back, kind of like modern elephants. If you’ve ever seen the Ice […]
Do you feel the weather getting warmer? That means summer is coming! Feel the sun on your face and lather up that sunscreen for the warmest season of the year! Summer temperatures can reach over 100 degrees Fahrenheit and the air can become very humid. Do you know what humid means? Humid is when the […]
Oink, oink! Have you ever seen a pig? Pigs can be pink and cute or brown and scruffy. There are wild pigs that live in the United States and other countries and also domestic pigs in these countries, which are typically raised by pig farmers. Believe it or not, pigs are relatively popular pets that […]