For centuries, the devil has been one of the most famous mythological characters. Some people see him as an evil monster, while others portray him as a playful mischief maker. He's been the subject of countless books, movies, songs and TV shows, and is a central figure in major world religions like Christianity... Read more
The Girls Scouts is a non-political educational program for school-aged girls. They are taught STEM subjects (science, technology, engineering, and math), entrepreneurship, leadership, outdoors and life skills through exciting, hands-on adventures... Read more
Itachi Uchiha is regarded as a villain in the anime and manga series Naruto. As a youth, he became a skilled and powerful ninja. Wishing to avert a war, Itachi was guilty of helping to slaughter his entire clan, sparing only his younger brother Sasuke... Read more
The saxophone is a single-reed woodwind instrument. It was invented in Paris, France in 1846. It consists of a brass tube, 24 keys, and a mouthpiece like that of a clarinet... Read more
Spider-Man is among the most well-known comic book superheroes. He first appeared in the Marvel Comic Amazing Fantasy series in 1962. Spider-Man's superpowers were the result of a bite from a radioactive spider... Read more
Brick is an ancient building material that is still in use today. Sun-dried bricks of clay were first produced around 6,000 years ago. Modern bricks are often hardened in a very hot oven... Read more
Many religious traditions around the world have a tree of life, sacred tree, or world tree tradition. In some legends, a huge tree binds together the heavens and the earth. In others, the tree is located in "the centre of the earth" and often "protected by supernatural guardians." The tree confers continued life, perhaps everlasting life, to humankind... Read more
A corn dog is a hot dog or sausage that has been dipped in a cornmeal batter and deep fried. Along with cotton candy and funnel cakes, corn dogs are traditional fare at county and state fairs... Read more
Dentistry is the branch of medicine concerned with the health of the mouth. Dentists work hard to prevent, diagnose, and treat conditions of the teeth and gums... Read more
The sun and moon have featured in art throughout human history. In many cultures, these celestial objects were deified and worshiped as powerful gods and goddesses. This concept was later adapted to Catholic iconography, with the pope being represented by the sun and the moon representing secular governments... Read more
Sailboats or sailing ships are "propelled partly or entirely by sails" that catch the wind. Sailboats are also known as sloops, cutters, catboats, dinghies, ketches, schooners, and yawls, depending on their design... Read more
A banner is "a flag or other piece of cloth bearing a symbol, logo, slogan or other message." Banners can also be made out of paper, plastic, or other materials... Read more
Jane Hopper, known as El or Eleven, is one of the main protagonists in the science fiction series Stranger Things. She has telekinetic abilities and was raised by scientists as a laboratory experiment... Read more
Flower motifs have been popular in artwork from time immemorial. We're drawn to flowers because of their bright colors, their delicate beauty, and their transience - they don't last. "Hippie" and "Boho" styles are especially known for their use of flowers... Read more
Pistachio nuts grow on the small pistachio tree. It is related to the cashew. It lives in dry, warm places and is thought to be native to Iran... Read more
Smartphones are the most commonly used type of mobile phone today. These phones feature a touchscreen and most can do almost anything a computer can... Read more
The lavender plant is native to the Mediterranean region. Because of its pleasant scent, lavender has been used in soaps and perfumes since ancient times. In fact, its very name is derived from a word meaning "to wash." It is grown in gardens as an edible herb, a medicine, and for its scent... Read more
Mermaids are legendary beings with the upper body of a human and the tail of a fish or other sea creature. Males of the species were called mermen. In the earliest myths, merpeople such as Poseidon were sea gods or semi divine beings. European folklore gave mermaids or sirens magical or prophetic abilities... Read more
Tennis a sport or game "in which two opposing players (singles) or pairs of players (doubles) use tautly strung rackets to hit a ball." Tennis is played using a net, as is volleyball. In Britain, it is known as lawn tennis because the original courts were in the grass... Read more
"Coral reefs are some of the most diverse ecosystems in the world." The large stone like structures are built by tiny, almost microscopic animals called coral polyps. The polyps live and grow in colonies, filtering their food from the water or using energy from the sun. Read more