Looks like this lizard recently lost its tail.
How cool would it be to be able to regenerate body parts? Unfortunately, if I get a finger cut off I can’t grow it back, but there are many animals that can grow back body parts. Continue reading
If it is an earthworm, most likely the answers is no. Contrary to what you may think, earthworms do not have the ability to regenerate. Continue reading
Are you ready to dissect a grasshopper?
A great, free learning activity for kids is to dissect a dead bug that you find around the house. By, dissecting a bug you can learn about the complexity of life as you learn how it’s body is made and works. Continue reading
Red sky at night, sailor’s delight. Photo Flickr, Patrick Down.
I have heard this old saying many times and always wondered if the color of the sky at sunset or morning really could predict the weather. Surprising, the answer is yes under the right circumstances. Continue reading
Do you know how to figure out how far away lightning is from you? This is both fun to know and important to make sure you are safe in a storm. Continue reading
Please do yourself a favor and take your kids fishing! I know it can be challenging, but the rewards are worth it and you will be glad you did. Here are some tips to make it easier. Continue reading
Echolocation is a special skill, almost like a super power, that certain animals have to help them find objects or food in the dark or at long distances. Do you know what animals use it or how it works?
Knowing the main kinds of birds will help beginners and kids get better at identifying birds. Continue reading
As parents, we need to let our kids get dirty sometimes. Exploration and play are important for children and really all people. As kids are exploring they need to know that it is OK if they get dirty. In fact, kids should be encouraged by their parents to get dirty sometimes. Continue reading
Here is a simple bird diagram that shows the main parts of a bird. This will help beginners, including parents and kids, learn the different parts of a bird. This knowledge will help with describing and identifying different birds. Continue reading