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20 Tips for a Germ-Free School Year
Follow these tips and you might outsmart the germs this school year!
Is Pluto No Longer a Planet?
In the game Pluto's Secret, Nat tells his friend Geo that he heard that Pluto is no longer a planet. Is Nat right? Is Pluto no longer a planet? There's debate in the scientific world.
Malaria Is Still a Problem in Africa
In many parts of Asia, Europe, and the Americas, this awful disease is under control or simply gone. But in Africa, where malaria is still a big problem, the insects spread the disease quickly and easily.
Ten Freaky Forces of Nature
If you thought Mother Nature didn't have many surprises up her sleeve, think again!
Green Tips: Back to School
In addition to reusing old supplies, we've got a great list of ways to be as green as can be in the new school year.

20 Tips for a Germ-Free School Year
Follow these tips and you might outsmart the germs this school year!
Is Pluto No Longer a Planet?
In the game Pluto's Secret, Nat tells his friend Geo that he heard that Pluto is no longer a planet. Is Nat right? Is Pluto no longer a planet? There's debate in the scientific world.
Malaria Is Still a Problem in Africa
In many parts of Asia, Europe, and the Americas, this awful disease is under control or simply gone. But in Africa, where malaria is still a big problem, the insects spread the disease quickly and easily.
Ten Freaky Forces of Nature
If you thought Mother Nature didn't have many surprises up her sleeve, think again!
Green Tips: Back to School
In addition to reusing old supplies, we've got a great list of ways to be as green as can be in the new school year.
The Facts on Fish
Before you break out the tartar sauce, learn some facts about fish to keep yourself and the environment healthy.
Green Invaders
You might not think of plants as dangerous, but in this case they are threatening nature's delicate food web. Get to know the invaders!
Drinking Water: Bottled or From the Tap?
The answer makes a big difference to the environment.
Planet Song
Lisa Loeb composed a new song based on Maryn's mnemonic to help you remember the order of the planets.
Dino Death Pit!
A prehistoric graveyard reveals new clues to dinosaurs' mysterious past.
Giant Duck-Billed Dinosaur Discovered
A new species of duck-billed dinosaurs was unearthed in Utah.
Green Tips: Conserve Resources
Learn what you can do to conserve resources and protect the planet.
Green Tips: Save Power
Learn how you can help to conserve power and protect the planet.
Zipper's Green Tips
Get green and give these eco-friendly tips a try.
Cow Power
You may have heard of solar power, but cow power? Some dairy farmers actually use cow manure to make electricity. Find out how!
Your Amazing Brain
Go inside your body's supercomputer.
Bad Posture Means Pain—Ergonomics and You
Bad posture means a big pain in the neck or back or shoulder for a lot of kids. But you can take action to clear up or even prevent these nagging aches.
Monster Glowing Squid Captured on Video
Monster-size squid that glow in the dark have been filmed for the first time in the wild.
When Giants Go Mini: Size of Dinosaurs Surprises Paleontologists
Scientists identify tiny fossils as belonging to the smallest giant dinosaur species ever found.
Pass, Shoot, Dribble, Dunk—A New Basketball Doesn’t Make the Team After All
Are all basketballs the same? Some NBA players said no, and scientists helped figure out why.
Snow Fences: How One Science Fair Project Snowballs Into Something Big
You don’t have to be an adult to do important scientific research—and you’ll find lots of fun and satisfaction.
Star Parties: Discovering the Night Sky
Learn your way around the constellations with the help of experts—or on your own. No special equipment required.
The Truth About Your Heart
While people exchange heart-shaped presents this Valentine's Day, the human heart will be hard at work helping to keep you alive. Read surprising facts on this vital organ.
Seeking the Stars
Stargazing gets tougher as the modern world gets brighter.
Mice With Tans? Eeeeeek!
Scientists discover a lotion that gives mice a tan—and protects their skin.
There's a New Planet in Sight
Astronomers around the world scan the skies, and come up with an exciting discovery.
Record-Breaking Year for Ozone Hole
Scientists report that the opening in the stratosphere over Antarctica grew larger than ever in 2006, bigger than even the surface area of North America.
Keeping Cool in the Kitchen: National Fire Prevention Week
When it comes to house fires, kids can make a difference.
Scientists Help Giant Pandas Raise Twins
Scientists help captive giant panda moms raise twin babies.

Mice With Tans? Eeeeeek!
Scientists discover a lotion that gives mice a tan—and protects their skin.
Scientists Help Giant Pandas Raise Twins
Scientists help captive giant panda moms raise twin babies.
Cow Power
You may have heard of solar power, but cow power? Some dairy farmers actually use cow manure to make electricity. Find out how!
Dino Death Pit!
A prehistoric graveyard reveals new clues to dinosaurs' mysterious past.
Drinking Water: Bottled or From the Tap?
The answer makes a big difference to the environment.

Mice With Tans? Eeeeeek!
Scientists discover a lotion that gives mice a tan—and protects their skin.
Scientists Help Giant Pandas Raise Twins
Scientists help captive giant panda moms raise twin babies.
Cow Power
You may have heard of solar power, but cow power? Some dairy farmers actually use cow manure to make electricity. Find out how!
Dino Death Pit!
A prehistoric graveyard reveals new clues to dinosaurs' mysterious past.
Drinking Water: Bottled or From the Tap?
The answer makes a big difference to the environment.
Giant Duck-Billed Dinosaur Discovered
A new species of duck-billed dinosaurs was unearthed in Utah.
Green Invaders
You might not think of plants as dangerous, but in this case they are threatening nature's delicate food web. Get to know the invaders!
Green Tips: Back to School
In addition to reusing old supplies, we've got a great list of ways to be as green as can be in the new school year.
Green Tips: Conserve Resources
Learn what you can do to conserve resources and protect the planet.
Green Tips: Save Power
Learn how you can help to conserve power and protect the planet.
Malaria Is Still a Problem in Africa
In many parts of Asia, Europe, and the Americas, this awful disease is under control or simply gone. But in Africa, where malaria is still a big problem, the insects spread the disease quickly and easily.
Monster Glowing Squid Captured on Video
Monster-size squid that glow in the dark have been filmed for the first time in the wild.
Pass, Shoot, Dribble, Dunk—A New Basketball Doesn’t Make the Team After All
Are all basketballs the same? Some NBA players said no, and scientists helped figure out why.
Planet Song
Lisa Loeb composed a new song based on Maryn's mnemonic to help you remember the order of the planets.
Record-Breaking Year for Ozone Hole
Scientists report that the opening in the stratosphere over Antarctica grew larger than ever in 2006, bigger than even the surface area of North America.
Seeking the Stars
Stargazing gets tougher as the modern world gets brighter.
Star Parties: Discovering the Night Sky
Learn your way around the constellations with the help of experts—or on your own. No special equipment required.
Ten Freaky Forces of Nature
If you thought Mother Nature didn't have many surprises up her sleeve, think again!
The Truth About Your Heart
While people exchange heart-shaped presents this Valentine's Day, the human heart will be hard at work helping to keep you alive. Read surprising facts on this vital organ.
There's a New Planet in Sight
Astronomers around the world scan the skies, and come up with an exciting discovery.
When Giants Go Mini: Size of Dinosaurs Surprises Paleontologists
Scientists identify tiny fossils as belonging to the smallest giant dinosaur species ever found.
Your Amazing Brain
Go inside your body's supercomputer.
Zipper's Green Tips
Get green and give these eco-friendly tips a try.
20 Tips for a Germ-Free School Year
Follow these tips and you might outsmart the germs this school year!
Is Pluto No Longer a Planet?
In the game Pluto's Secret, Nat tells his friend Geo that he heard that Pluto is no longer a planet. Is Nat right? Is Pluto no longer a planet? There's debate in the scientific world.
Keeping Cool in the Kitchen: National Fire Prevention Week
When it comes to house fires, kids can make a difference.
Snow Fences: How One Science Fair Project Snowballs Into Something Big
You don’t have to be an adult to do important scientific research—and you’ll find lots of fun and satisfaction.
The Facts on Fish
Before you break out the tartar sauce, learn some facts about fish to keep yourself and the environment healthy.
Bad Posture Means Pain—Ergonomics and You
Bad posture means a big pain in the neck or back or shoulder for a lot of kids. But you can take action to clear up or even prevent these nagging aches.

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