A tent is a type of portable shelter that has been used since time immemorial. Ancient nomadic peoples lived in tents full-time, traveling from place to place. Militaries often house soldiers in tents when occupying a foreign land. And today, many people enjoy camping in tents recreationally. Tents are also used for events such as weddings and circuses... Read more
Skateboards are the necessary equipment for the sport of skateboarding. Skateboards are generally made of maple plywood with a polyurethane coating. The rider moves by balancing on the board with one foot and pushing with the other. Many skateboarders do tricks at skateparks, aided by ramps, bowls, and half-pipes... Read more
The tree limb, branch, or bough is a division of a tree where smaller portions branch from the main trunk. The tree's crown is home to many animals, including birds, squirrels, and in tropical areas, monkeys... Read more
A nest is a type of home. It is a structure created by an animal to protect its eggs and house its young after hatching. Birds are most famous for their nests, but mice, squirrels, insects, frogs, alligators, turtles, and even fish build nests of different kinds... Read more
Watering cans are portable containers used to water plants by hand. Most have a handle and a spout... Read more
Snails are not insects. They belong to a group of animals called mollusks. This means they have... Read more
Cinco de Mayo means "fifth of May" in the Spanish language. Not surprisingly, then, the holiday is celebrated on May 5 each year... Read more
The caterpillar could be referred to as a baby butterfly. Caterpillars are the larva of both butterflies and moths. They are known for their... Read more
What is Mardi Gras? In the United States, Mardi Gras is often associated with images of parades in New Orleans, elaborate costumes, and... Read more
People have been gardening for a very long time. Gardens allowed people to stay in one place, rather than traveling to find the plants they... Read more
