When you observe a bee collecting nectar from a flower, you are watching the first step in the formation of honey. That’s right, honey begins with nectar (a sugary liquid produced by flowers)! A bee … Read more
NASA astronauts went to the Moon over fifty years ago. This led to a series of “firsts.” It was the first time a human walked on the Moon. The first Moon rocks were brought back … Read more
It’s America’s birthday! This year America turns 250! A group called America250 has many plans to celebrate this milestone. Let’s look at a few. Photo Credit: gary718/Shutterstock
Have you ever heard of the term “freedom of the press”? It is an important part of the United States Constitution. But what does “freedom of the press” mean? The press includes news reporters who share the news on tv or radio or in … Read more
Every year in May, many people go to a stadium called Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky. They watch the Kentucky Derby! This is a horse race that first started in 1875. Horses run on a racetrack that is 1 ¼ miles long. They usually finish the race in about 2 minutes! The … Read more
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