How do you stop people from taking drugs? Despite strict laws and severe punishments in many countries, including the death penalty, drug use continues to be a problem. In response, a police department in Oregon, USA, found an impactful way to educate young people about the dangers of drugs through a project called From Drugs … Read more
When you think of Australia, you will probably think of kangaroos, wallabies and koala bears. One animal you may not think of is the camel. There are thousands of camels in Australia – and they are becoming a bit of a problem. What are camels doing in Australia? Camels were brought to Australia by the … Read more
Eating snails, known as escargot in French cuisine, may seem unusual to some, but it is a delicacy enjoyed by many around the world. This practice dates back to ancient times, with evidence suggesting that snails have been consumed for thousands of years. In fact, archaeological findings indicate that snails were part of the diet … Read more
Did You Know? The French Emperor, Napoleon Bonaparte was sent to St Helena in 1815 following his defeat at the Battle of Waterloo. He died there six years later in May 1821. St. Helena is a volcanic island in the South Atlantic (seen from space, left). It is 4,000 kilometres east of Rio de Janeiro … Read more
Parents often remind us to eat our vegetables, highlighting their nutritional benefits and importance for our health. Vegetables are generally affordable and easily accessible in markets and supermarkets. By the age of seven or eight, most children can recognise popular veggies such as broccoli, spinach, potatoes, and carrots, becoming familiar with their shapes and colours. … Read more
Did You Know? There have been 560 occasions when ships have hit icebergs since the year 1810 – including the Titanic! The largest iceberg in the northern hemisphere was spotted off Baffin Island in 1882. It was 13 kilometres long, 6 kilometres wide and 20 metres high. Icebergs from Antarctica can be many times larger. … Read more