Using some super fancy scanning devices, researchers have observed how playing a musical instrument excites many parts of the brain. Playing music helps you solve problems, improves your brain’s executive functions, and improves your memory.

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There’s a chord in memorable Christmas songs that sounds like melting snow.

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Check out how this artist transforms drawings with folded paper! Then grab a piece of paper, fold it as small as you can, and try this out for yourself. Art is often about changing how you see the world. This experiment shows you how easy it can be to practice that.

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The way Bryan Berg stacks playing cards will blow your mind. Watch as he explains his process.

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Did you know archaeologists have found an 8000 year old drum or percussion instrument? You might be pretty sure how a drum works but this exploration of the history and theory of them will help you understand better.

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