Holidays and Birthdays

Hero of the South

Birthday of Robert E. Lee January 19 Robert E. Lee was one of the greatest generals of all time. He is also one of the best-loved men in the South. In the United States, from 1861 to 1865, there…

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About Me

What is a cell ?

All living things—plants, animals, and people—are made of cells. I am made of cells. A cell is the smallest living part of me it is possible to imagine. A cell can be long, short, thin, fat,…

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Birds

Wings under the water

We think of birds as creatures of the air. So it’s always a little surprising to learn that some birds can’t fly. But have you ever heard of a bird that can swim like a fish and stay underwater for…

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