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Why Do People Kiss Under Mistletoe?

Uncover the history behind the plant in the doorway and its power to make people pucker up.

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Why Do People Kiss Under Mistletoe?

How Does a Camera Work?

Calling all shutterbugs! Check out the view. Today’s Wonder is picture perfect.

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How Does a Camera Work?

Why Do Pianos Have 88 Keys?

Today’s Wonder of the Day is all about the ebonies and the ivories!

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Why Do Pianos Have 88 Keys?

What Is Boxing Day?

Ready to think outside the box? Come celebrate Boxing Day…Wonderopolis-style!

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What Is Boxing Day?

How Did the Months of the Year Get Their Names?

Today’s wonder features a daily dozen you use all year long. Find out how the months got their names!

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How Did the Months of the Year Get Their Names?

What's the Difference Between Snow, Sleet, and Freezing Rain?

There’s a winter weather alert in Wonderopolis! The weatherman is predicting a lesson on snow, sleet, and freezing rain.

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What's the Difference Between Snow, Sleet, and Freezing Rain?

Why Do People Say “Under the Weather”?

Today’s Wonder of the Day is contagious, but it won’t make you sick!

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Why Do People Say “Under the Weather”?

What Is a Patent?

Calling all inventors! We're taking a field trip to the patent office to find out how you can protect your next bright idea.

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What Is a Patent?

Where Does French Toast Come From?

Today we’re toasting a breakfast treat with a mistaken identity. It’s delicious for sure, but surprisingly not French.

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Where Does French Toast Come From?

What Makes Bloodhounds Good Detectives?

Today we’re hitting the trail with a four-legged pup that “nose” a thing or two about hide-and-seek.

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What Makes Bloodhounds Good Detectives?

What Are Baseballs Made of?

We think you’ll have a ball reading today’s Wonder of the Day!

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What Are Baseballs Made of?

What Makes a Pyramid?

Did the Ancient Egyptians have a favorite shape? Find out today in Wonderopolis!

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What Makes a Pyramid?

How Were Birthstones Chosen for Each Month?

Enjoy your visit to Wonderopolis today as we examine some precious stones!

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How Were Birthstones Chosen for Each Month?

Why Do People Make New Year’s Resolutions?

In today’s Wonder of the Day, we say goodbye to a year gone by and welcome the promises of a new year ahead!

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Why Do People Make New Year’s Resolutions?

Why Is It Called "Old Faithful"?

Today’s Wonder of the Day is sure to make you gush! Let’s learn about geysers.

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Why Is It Called "Old Faithful"?

Can You Hang On by the Skin of Your Teeth?

Today’s Wonder of the Day might have you reaching for your toothbrush!

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Can You Hang On by the Skin of Your Teeth?

How Do Hurricanes Get Their Names?

What’s in a name? You may be surprised. Today’s Wonder of the Day just might blow you away!

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How Do Hurricanes Get Their Names?

How Many Times Does Your Heart Beat in a Lifetime?

You just can’t BEAT today’s Wonder of the Day!

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How Many Times Does Your Heart Beat in a Lifetime?

Do You See a Face on the Moon?

FACE it! This Wonder of the Day is one of the best yet.

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Do You See a Face on the Moon?

What Was the Great Molasses Flood?

Today’s Wonder of the Day is a FLOOD of information!

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What Was the Great Molasses Flood?

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Why Do People Kiss Under Mistletoe?

How Does a Camera Work?

Why Do Pianos Have 88 Keys?

What Is Boxing Day?

How Did the Months of the Year Get Their Names?

What's the Difference Between Snow, Sleet, and Freezing Rain?

Why Do People Say “Under the Weather”?

What Is a Patent?

Where Does French Toast Come From?

What Makes Bloodhounds Good Detectives?

What Are Baseballs Made of?

What Makes a Pyramid?

How Were Birthstones Chosen for Each Month?

Why Do People Make New Year’s Resolutions?

Why Is It Called "Old Faithful"?

Can You Hang On by the Skin of Your Teeth?

How Do Hurricanes Get Their Names?

How Many Times Does Your Heart Beat in a Lifetime?

Do You See a Face on the Moon?

What Was the Great Molasses Flood?

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