The Olympic Games
The Olympic Games Summary The first Olympic Games of which there is record were held in 776 B.C., and consisted of one event, a great foot race of about 200 yards held .. read more.
Amazing Language
Amazing Language Facts There are more than 2,700 languages in the world. In addition, there are more than 7,000 dialects. A dialect is a regional variety of a language that has a .. read more.
Footwear Facts
Footwear Facts Sandals originated in warm climates where the soles of the feet needed protection but the top of the foot needed to be cool. 4,000 years ago the first shoes were .. read more.
Name of Months
Months Months are based roughly on the moon. A lunar month is 291/2 days, or the time from one new moon to the next. 12 lunar months leave 11 days remaining in .. read more.
What is Deforestation
Deforestation is the conversion of forested areas to non-forest land use such as arable land, pasture, urban use, logged area or wasteland. Generally the removal or destruction of significant areas of forest .. read more.
