Curious Kids

Is ranch dressing a liquid or a solid? A physicist explains

It pours like a liquid but  maintains its shape like a solid.
A physicist explains that the short answer is both … and neither.

How are clouds’ shapes made? A scientist explains the different cloud types and how they help forecast weather

Lenticular clouds, like this one over a mountain in Chile, can look like flying saucers.

Puffy to wispy, barely there or dark and menacing, clouds come in many shapes and sizes. Each tells a story about what’s going on in the atmosphere.

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An Ode-r to Referees

(BPT) - Having discovered the secret to tackling a root cause of odor in laundry, baseball legend Alex Rodriguez seeks to make amends with the umpires of his past and shares his secret to beating the …

How to refresh your Easter traditions with potatoes

(BPT) - Why put all your eggs in one basket? With food prices rising, families are embracing a playful, budget-friendly tradition: Easter potatoes!Potatoes are a durable and versatile pantry staple …

The time is now: What schools need to bolster waning math education

(BPT) - The latest release of the Nation's Report Card (also referred to as the National Assessment of Educational Progress or NAEP) include extremely concerning results. According to the report card …

How many types of insects are there in the world?

This is a close-up photo of an ordinary garden fly.

The number of insect species is mind-boggling – and they are a critical part of the environment.

Summer Camps Guide: Helping Parents Choose the Right Fit for Their Child

Summer Camps Guide: Helping Parents Choose the Right Fit for Their Child

(NewsUSA) - Spring break often reminds families of the approach of summer and the need to find the best summer camp experiences for their children. Whether a child is entering kindergarten or …

Summer Camps Guide: Helping Parents Choose the Right Fit for Their Child

Summer Camps Guide: Helping Parents Choose the Right Fit for Their Child

Spring break often reminds families of the approach of summer and the need to find the best summer camp experiences for their children. Whether a child is entering kindergarten or transitioning ...

Help Marine Toys for Tots Combat Childhood Illiteracy

Help Marine Toys for Tots Combat Childhood Illiteracy

(NewsUSA) - March is National Reading Month, and the Marine Toys for Tots Literacy Program is committed to expanding access to books and educational resources for children living in low-income communities. Our initiative, “March into Reading” …

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How multilingualism may boost cognitive skills in children with autism

LA Post reveals insights from recent research about the cognitive benefits children with autism may experience from growing up in multilingual environments.

The Critical Nutrition Choice That Helped Save Their Preemie Daughter

(BPT) - When Brandi and Delvin Peeks' daughter Leah Michelle was born at just 23 weeks gestation, weighing 1 pound 8 ounces, doctors said her chances of survival were slim. Even more heart-wrenching …

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(BPT) - Do you have fond memories of being read stories at bedtime or curling up with your favorite books? While reading has been a cherished pastime for many during childhood, today's kids face …
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(BPT) - It's nearly that time — spring break, baby! And while family fun awaits, packing for everyone can be a daunting task. The good news? Carter's® Chief of Baby, Baby Kate, known for …
Overcoming The Awk: 4 Simple Steps to Defining the Relationship
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