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Earth Day celebrates our beautiful planet and calls us to act on its behalf. Some people spend the day planting flowers or trees. Others organize neighborhood clean-ups, go on nature walks, or make recycled crafts. Listeners will discover how a shared holiday can have multiple traditions and be celebrated in all sorts of ways.

People have long been curious about the solar system. Since the 1960s, several probes, orbiters, landers, and rovers have been sent out to explore and study the planets and their moons. What incredible discoveries were made during these daring missions? And what will be needed for humans to visit the planets in person? Max Axiom and the Society of Super Scientists learn about various missions to other planets and the risks involved with sending people across the solar system and beyond.

The natural world can be a beautiful and awesome place. But sometimes things happen naturally that are quite peculiar. Have you heard of Blood Falls in Antarctica? Ice cold water flows bright red out of a glacier. Did you know that Death Valley National Park in California has boulders that mysteriously slide across the desert? Learn the details of these mysteries and other peculiar natural phenomena.

Firefighters are the heroes we need in times of emergency. Listeners will learn all the roles firefighters have, the tools they use, and how people get this exciting, fast-paced job.

Hear about some of the world's fastest transportation breakdowns. Find out how each form of transportation failed, the basic engineering missed during construction, and what engineers learned from their mistakes.

Bearded dragons may not breathe fire or fly, but they are still impressive animals! These large lizards are found in Australia. They use venom to kill prey. Learn more details about these fascinating reptiles.

Look out across the crashing waves! It's a mysterious, beautiful mermaid diving into the ocean. Have you wondered what a mermaid eats? What does a mermaid really look like? Where do they sleep? Wonder no more! Embark on a deep-sea journey to learn all about mermaids.

Jason is so thrilled with the set of 12 mythological Greek god figures he receives for his birthday that he carries one with him to a local toy shop. Soon he discovers that a 13th doll—the Medusa Doll—was also made for his set. Surely this rare figure will be too expensive . . . or is it?

Auston Matthews felt at home on the ice as soon as he stepped onto a rink as a kid. Soon, hockey scouts watched him closely as he broke records in the youth hockey. After signing with the Toronto Maple Leafs, he made an immediate impact by being the first player in the modern era to score four goals in his National Hockey League debut. Learn about the rise of a three-time NHL All-Star in this exciting, fast-paced biography.

Are you the king or queen of the console? Do you want to be the boss some day? These tips and tricks will keep you grinding on your quest for domination in the digital world.

Some climates are dry and some are wet. Some are cold and some are warm. But those words can describe weather too. Learn the difference between weather and climate. Find out how landforms and location can influence weather patterns.

Find out how quartz forms, where it is found, and about some of the most amazing quartz discoveries. Then learn how you can find and collect this common yet flashy mineral too!

You’ve been rock hunting in a mine for hours when something sparkly catches your eye. As you clear the dirt from around the crystal, you know your long hunt was worth it. You’re holding a shiny blue sapphire! Find out how crystals form, where they are found, and about some of the most amazing crystal discoveries. Then learn how you can find and collect diamonds, emeralds, rubies, and other dazzling crystals too!

You’re rock hunting along a lakeshore with your eyes glued to the ground. A see-through rock lights up in the sunlight. Your heart races as you pick up the rock. It has beautiful bands of orange, cream, and brown. You’ve just found an agate! Find out how agates form, where they are found, and about some of the most amazing agate discoveries. Then learn how you can find and collect these striking rocks too!

In 1777, the American Revolution is well underway. At 16, Sybil Ludington knows the war all too well. Her father is a colonel in the Continental Army, battling for America's independence from Great Britain. Colonel Ludington and his regiment are home for the season when word comes that the British Army is attacking nearby. With her father too ill to ride, it's up to young Sybil to alert the American militia that the British are coming.

Take a look out the window. What do you see? People, cars, bikes, birds, and more are all on the move. With this basic introduction to motion, young listeners will discover the three laws of motion, what they mean, and how they affect our lives every day.

How does someone become a princess? What do princesses do? Learn about how princesses work for their countries, give back to charity, and more!

Through her great capacity to love, a kind and beautiful maid releases a handsome prince from the spell which has made him an ugly beast.

What would it be like to live in Peru? How is Peru's culture unique? Explore the sights, traditions, and daily lives of Peruvians!

Steven Spielberg has changed the cinematic world with his hugely popular films. Testing out new technology, telling dramatic stories, and collaborating with successful directors, actors, and producers built Spielberg's reputation as a director and producer.