Explorer. Naturalist. All-around genius. Lost hero of science. Alexander von Humboldt was a predecessor of—and inspiration for—major historical figures ranging from Charles Darwin to Lewis and Clark, and his scientific accomplishments were numerous. Still, his story and contributions are often … Continue reading →

At its core, mathematics is the study of patterns—a realization that changed Eddie Woo’s life: suddenly, the “dry” subject he dreaded in high school was transformed into a never-ending adventure. Now an award-winning math teacher, Woo explores the patterns all … Continue reading →

Ten years ago, coauthors Gill Rapley and Tracey Murkett exploded the myth that babies need to be spoon-fed with the first edition of Baby-Led Weaning, starting what has become a worldwide movement. Baby-led weaning (BLW) shows why self-feeding from the … Continue reading →

As high schoolers return to the classroom this Fall, they will gear up to worry about the college selection and application process. They will be led to believe that in order to get into their dream college they must get … Continue reading →

As you get into the swing of summer, you might be enjoying the great outdoors with activities like swimming or hiking. Or maybe with the constant heatwaves, you might want to do something more relaxing like gardening. This year, you … Continue reading →

Originally invented for gifted students, area mazes (menseki meiro), have taken all of Japan by storm. Once you match wits with area mazes, you’ll be hooked! Your quest is to navigate a network of rectangles to find a missing value. … Continue reading →

In his previous books, master outdoorsman Tristan Gooley shared with readers the tips and tricks he’s cultivated over years of his own experience as an outdoorsman. In The Nature Instinct, other leading experts weigh in along with Gooley, to show … Continue reading →

Happy World Oceans Day! The oceans connect, support and sustain us all. This June 8th, recognize and celebrate our beautiful oceans with a delicious sea-themed dessert: a Chocolate, Raspberry & Seaweed Cake from Lisette Kreischer and Marcel Schuttelaar’s cookbook Ocean … Continue reading →

Supernavigators: Exploring the Wonders of How Animals Find Their Way Many different species rely on their ability to travel—some embark on journeys that take them around the globe, while others only need to travel a short distance. Regardless, an animal’s … Continue reading →

As headlines profess the coming age of robots, fear of job insecurity and technological overdependence continue to rise. However, as voices lamenting the onslaught of artificial intelligence crowd the conversation, basic elements of our understanding of this technological revolution are … Continue reading →