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Time has fascinated humans for thousands of years. We have struggled to find ways to keep track of time and predict patterns in nature. Ancient people watched...

If you were traveling to outer space, what would you wear? Luckily, some of the best scientists have figured that out for astronauts. NASA scientists and...

Learn how minerals form in rocks and how minerals become gems with this informative STEAM reader! Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution,...

The unique properties of glass make it the perfect material for science. It has been used in laboratories for centuries. Glass containers like test tubes and...

Being a great surfer requires more than skill and instinct. It's a sport that relies on science! Without buoyancy, surfers would sink. Without acceleration, they...

Have you ever wondered how something flies? Wilbur and Orville Wright had the same question more than 100 years ago. Today, the Wright brothers are known as the...

Humans are dependent on electricity. Every day, we flip switches, tap screens, and reap the benefits of this technology. But how did it all start? Thomas...

Landsat satellites are the superheroes of space. They orbit Earth to get images. These images can help stop catastrophes, and solve great mysteries...

Modern meteorologists put science to work to predict what the future holds. These predictions tell people how to dress for the day, or whether to pack an umbrella...

Learn about the world of optics, where light bends to help us see the sights! Most of us rely on our eyes to see and understand the world. Yet, human...

Imagine a city of islands. There are no cars or streets and people ride boats to get around. This place is Venice, Italy. Built on a lagoon,...

Bei Bei is a giant panda who lives at the National Zoo. What things are needed in his enclosure to keep him healthy and happy? Created in collaboration...