Here you will find the latest topical and news stories in the world of Science.
Maria Telkes was a scientist and an inventor. She studied physical chemistry. Telkes learned that heat from sunlight could be used as energy. Energy from the heat of the Sun is called solar energy. Solar … Read more
A long time ago, giant sea turtles swam in the oceans. Most of them lived in the waters near North America. Some types of sea turtles are extinct. They no longer exist. Scientists work to … Read more
Winter can be a fun time to look for birds. Winter birds visit backyards in search of food and water. They also look for shelter from the wintry weather. Winter birds do not migrate to … Read more
Healthy roads keep drivers and passengers safe. But sometimes roads have holes in them. These dangerous holes are called potholes. Drivers try to avoid them, so they do not cause damage to their vehicles. Potholes … Read more
During the winter months, some people turn on heat in their homes to stay warm. Some homes are built out of bricks, wood, and cement. Did you know there are houses built out of snow? … Read more
There are a lot of things to enjoy at the beach, especially the waves! Why do waves happen? Wind causes waves. The stronger the wind blows, the bigger the waves grow. Waves are a transfer … Read more
Imagine having a robot to help do your chores. That would be cool! Robots are created to do jobs. Robots are machines that collect information from their surroundings, and then use that information to complete … Read more
Many kids play kickball at recess. When the ball comes to them, they kick it as hard as they can into the air. Even though they kick the ball hard, it comes back to the … Read more
Hurricanes are huge storms. Some hurricanes are hundreds of miles wide. They can be dangerous, too. In September, Hurricane Ian hit the west coast of Florida. The storm brought heavy rain, strong winds, and large … Read more
Bats are sometimes thought of as spooky symbols, but bats are much more. They should not be feared. Bats are gentle and helpful. There are over 1,400 species of bats. Bats hunt their prey at … Read more
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