How To Survive A Remodel With Kids
Tearing something down and starting over again in your home, whether it's a single room, multiple rooms, an outdoor deck, or the whole darn house, can be a major project. When you add kids into the equation tensions are bound to get high.
American History – The Evolution and Meaning of the Flag
The American flag has been a symbol of strength and unification since 1777. It has been changed more than 20 times over several years. The changes that have been made have not compromised the powerful symbolism of the flag that citizens link to its origin. The flag remains as iconic as it was in the past. Colonial Flag The initial colonial flag that resembles the current flag was known as the Grand Union. It was characterized by 13 stripes that alternated red and white shades to represent thirteen colonies. The blue field was situated at the corner on the upper left-hand side with a red and white cross. It was…
6 Tips to Prepare Your Child for Their First Visit to the Dentist
Ease your child's dental fears with these tips: open conversation, educational materials, a trial run, pediatric dentist, practice at home, and a special reward.
Inside the Monster Rocket to Mars: How Did NASA Build and Fund the SLS?
Explore NASA's monumental Space Launch System, paving the way for Mars missions. Budget challenges, ambitious goals, and adaptability await!
Monthly Stargazing Calendar for June 2016
On June 3 Saturn will be at opposition, which means it will be at its closest approach to Earth and its face will be fully illuminated by the Sun. This is the best time to view and photograph Saturn and its moons because it will be brighter than any other time of the year and will be visible all night long.
Key Steps to Improving Your Office Work Environment
Creating an excellent work environment for your employees helps to improve your business. Employees who feel they are treated well will enjoy their jobs and want to stick around longer. They will be more motivated to do their work and to do it well. If you don't show that you care about your employees, you could find it difficult to retain staff.
Repurposing Shipping Containers As Homes: Why This Is Now A “Thing”
Shipping containers are big metal objects that get used to transport physical objects. Many of the products that we use in our daily lives will no doubt have got transported across many oceans in them. When shipping containers get taken out of service, they often get scrapped. But, one ingenious way to save them from the scrap heap…
Monthly Stargazing Calendar for May 2016
Early this month on the night of May 5 and 6 the Eta Aquarids meteor shower will peak. It is an above average shower, capable of producing up to 60 meteors per hour at its peak, however most of the activity will be seen in the Southern Hemisphere. In the Northern Hemisphere, the rate can reach only about 30 meteors per hour.
NASA Called College Students to Develop an Inflatable Heat Shield
Who is NASA going to hire to create a vital component for an upcoming Mars mission? None other than the bright minds of our future – college and university students. That's right! NASA's Game Changing Development Program gave college students the chance to come up with unique ideas to generate lift. Sure, that's a fairly simple request, but your ideas will be used on cutting-edge, amazing spacecraft.
Monthly Stargazing Calendar for April 2016
On the night of April 22 and 23 the Lyrids meteor shower will peak. It is an average shower, usually producing about 20 meteors per hour at its peak, although some meteors may be seen any time from April 16 to 25. It originates from dust particles left behind by comet C/1861 G1 Thatcher, which was discovered in 1861.
Monthly Stargazing Calendar for March 2016
March 2016 brings exciting astronomical events: Jupiter at opposition, total solar eclipse, March equinox, and penumbral lunar eclipse. Explore more!
Essential Tools Used in School Science Laboratory
Explore essential tools in a school science lab, from microscopes to safety equipment. Learn how these items facilitate hands-on learning in science education.
Monthly Stargazing Calendar for February 2016
On February 7 Mercury will be at greatest western elongation of 25.6 degrees from the Sun. This makes it the best time to view Mercury since it will be at its highest point above the horizon in the morning sky. Look for the planet low in the eastern sky just before sunrise.
This Is Why You Should Take Up Solar Power Use For Your Home
Explore the wide-ranging benefits of solar power, from cost savings to environmental impact. Embrace a sustainable energy future for your home.
