Basic Facts: Louis Pasteur & His Contributions to Science & Medicine
French chemist and microbiologist Louis Pasteur made important contributions in several scientific fields, including in immunology and chemistry.
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Darwin & Wallace: The Two Track Model of Scientific Thought
Charles Darwin and Alfred Russel Wallace both “discovered” evolution independently of one another, and in completely different ways. How different …
Continue ReadingModern and Traditional Turkish Clothing for Women
The headscarf, baggy trousers and colorful, sequined clothing are common items in traditional Turkish clothing as well as modern. You might be …
Continue ReadingThe Life & Theories of Charles Darwin: A Brief Biography
Charles Darwin is known as the father of evolution, more or less, but he is by no means the only person to have had evolutionary theories. Who were …
Continue ReadingThe Life and Times of Alfred Wallace, another Discoverer of Evolution
Darwin is famous for his theory of evolution, but he was not the only person who correctly determined how the process worked. Alfred Russel Wallace …
Continue ReadingExpectations of an AP Class: How to Prepare
High school students may face challenges in the AP class, but they will enjoy the rewards. AP classes allow for more discussion, more research, and …
Continue ReadingThe Poets and Writers of Turkey From Ancient Times to Today
When Turkish novelist Orhan Pamuk was awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature in 2006, he drew the literary world’s attention to his country. …
Continue ReadingThe Turkish Wedding: Unique Wedding Ceremonies
Gold, banknotes and the color red are the dominating elements of a Turkish wedding ceremony. No expenses are spared to make the occasion special for …
Continue ReadingCreate a Floating Compass! Cool Science Experiement
Gone are the days of using stars to point us in the right direction. Today, GPS systems are everywhere including our cars and phones. However, it is …
Continue ReadingCelebrations of Harvest and Thanksgiving Around the World
This information will be of value for students who want to explore the topic of harvest festivals. Giving thanks on Thanksgiving is an important …
Continue ReadingHow is El Día de los Muertos Celebrated in Latin America?
The Day of the Dead is known in Spanish as El Día de los Muertos. You may think this celebration only happens in Mexico, but did you know that …
Continue ReadingTeach Your Classroom Grades 5-8: How Christmas in Colombia Is Celebrated: Foods, Festivities, and Families
The Catholic Church has a strong presence in the country of Columbia, meaning the observance of Christmas has a very religious approach rather than a …
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