“Today I saw the dragonfly come from the wells where he did lie.” (from “The Dragonfly” by Alfred Lord Tennyson) Intro: Dragonflies are members of the Odonata family of insects (the only other member being the damselfly). They have been around since prehistoric times, even before dinosaurs! Technically, “griffinflies” (which eventually evolved into dragonflies) were […]
There’s nothing more fun or interesting than a maze to wander through and explore. While labyrinths are a bit more complicated, the symbolism is fascinating.
What are wildlife sanctuaries, and what do they do? If you love wild animals, you have probably been to a zoo, but have you ever been to a wildlife sanctuary? If not, you may have at least heard of wildlife sanctuaries before. There are many of them all over the world. You may not know […]
Time spent at the pool or beach is essential to enjoying a perfect summer. Keeping cool in the sweltering summertime heat relies heavily on water. Whether it’s swimming pools, the ocean, country rivers, streams, waterfalls, or even a still pond for fishing, we all enjoy living life like beachcombers and bathing beauties for a few […]
Learn About Icebergs There are many natural processes that happen on Earth. One is when ice forms in cold areas. Some of that ice may eventually make icebergs. Icebergs have a couple of important purposes. Studying them can also tell scientists a lot about the environment. Here are some important things to know about icebergs. […]
