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The BIC Crystal arguably changed the world. It’s been in constant production for over 70 years and its design has been barely changed in that time.
Read it »It’s a question we’ve all asked as children. Short version: blame the Romans. Long version: watch the video.
Read it »This fascinating video documents the entire process of making pencils in a factory. It’s an amazing mix of human and machine interaction at every step.
Read it »The game of chess is ancient and played all over the world. So where did it come from? Learn about it in 5 minutes!
Read it »Sue Brunning has a very cool job. She works with Medieval swords, armor, and artifacts all day. Check out her favorite sword and learn why swords were prestigious tools to own and why it’s a big deal that people were buried with swords.
Read it »The brutal and dehumanizing trade of people as property has had lasting effects on the European nations who brought slaves to the Americas, the American nations who imported slaves, as well as those African nations who traded slaves to the Europeans.
Read it »I mean, it’s made of snow, right? How could getting inside a dome of ice keep you warm? Today, you’ll learn.
Read it »Spoiler alert: it’s science.
Read it »Every four years, the United States of America inaugurates its new president.
Read it »These days, it’s important to understand how democracies work and what the differences are among them. Learn an overview in this video.
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