Ants are tiny—but don’t be fooled. These little insects are some of the strongest, smartest, and busiest creatures on Earth. All over the world, ants build secret underground cities, work together like expert teams, and carry objects much heavier than they are. Want to learn more? Let’s take a peek into the amazing world of … Read more
(A Fun and Sciencey Look at Why You Need Your ZZZs) Have you ever wondered why you feel super sleepy at night? Or why grown-ups are always telling you to go to bed—even when you’re not tired? Well, it turns out that sleep is like magic for your body and brain, and scientists have figured … Read more
Every year, millions of birds take long trips called migrations. Some fly thousands of miles to find warmer places to live during the winter. Others fly to find more food or a safe place to raise their babies. But here’s the big question: how do they know where to go—and how do they get there … Read more
Have you ever been sitting in class, listening to your teacher, and suddenly—YAWN!—your mouth stretches wide open, and you take a deep breath? Maybe you weren’t even that tired, but you yawned anyway. Why does that happen? Scientists have been studying yawning for a long time, and while we don’t know everything about it, we … Read more
