Even if all greenhouse gas emissions stopped today, Earth would continue to feel the effects of climate change for a long time. This is why it is i...

Animals come in all shapes and sizes. There are many incredible ways to encounter animals, from hiking at parks to visiting a zoo. Animal Encounter...

Ancient humans have left their marks of civilization around the world. There are many incredible ruins to see, from massive cliffside dwellings to ...

Barbara Jordan's work as an educator, a lawyer, and a politician helped shape the American civil rights movement. Barbara Jordan: Politician and Ci...

Insects play a vital role in many natural processes around the world. They help pollinate flowers, break down dead things, and provide food for man...

After World War I, many African Americans found a welcoming home in Paris while the fight for civil rights continued in the United States. African ...

People are adding carbon to the atmosphere. This causes Earth's temperatures to warm. Scientists are developing fake trees that can capture and sto...

Most people today have cell phones. People rely on cell phones for communication. Cell phones also store a lot of personal data. Cell Phone Privacy...

People throw away plastic every day. Lots of it ends up in the ocean. It can harm marine wildlife there. Scientists are developing technology that ...

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Invasive species are taking over native plants' habitats. Common control methods are dangerous or impractical. Some people are now turning to goats...

Computer networks allow people to easily share information. Organizations and entire cities rely on computer networks. Hackers can break into netwo...

In 1954, segregation in public schools was banned. But the road to desegregate American schools was long and difficult. Activist Daisy Bates helped...

When living things die, it is important that they get broken down. Scavengers help break dead things into smaller pieces. Decomposers can then turn...

Many people enjoy eating meat. But livestock takes up a lot of land and resources. Bugs take less space, water, and food. They are also more nutrit...

Some animals burrow into the ground, letting air and water reach plants' roots. Others build nests in which to raise young. When they're grown, oth...

As the COVID-19 pandemic spread, the phrase "flatten the curve" became widely known. It refers to the things people can do to space the total numbe...

Health-care workers were on the front lines during the COVID-19 pandemic, saving lives and searching for effective treatments. Other workers, such ...

Many people around the world don't have clean water. Fog often goes unused by people. Fog nets can provide communities with clean, cheap water. Har...

In the 1950s, NASA relied on human computers. These skilled women did calculations by hand. While astronauts and their accomplishments were well kn...

Some places are tied to important historical events and hold special value for people in their communities. There are many incredible historical si...

People have been adding greenhouse gases to the atmosphere. as the amount of gases increases, climate change grows worse. How Climate Change Works ...

Many people store and share personal information online. This information is part of a person's identity. Identity thieves can find and steal this ...

Today, people use 3D printers to build houses, airplane parts, food, and even living tissue. Inside 3D Printers introduces readers to the uses of 3...