No, the tongue is not the strongest muscle of the body. The tongue is made up entirely of muscle. It is made up of eight different muscles that intertwine with each other, creating a very flexible matrix. The masseter is the strongest muscle in the body that is responsible for lifting up the jaw. Vocabulary: Masseter: The […]
Remember my last post about how the demon king Muzan Kibutsuji was inspired by a formidable yokai Japanese folklore? If you haven’t had a chance to check it out, you can find it here. I thought you might be interested in learning about other characters from this series inspired by Japanese folklore. That’s why I’ve […]
During summer, there’s nothing quite like a refreshing slushy or a delicious scoop of ice cream on a hot day, right? Many often indulge in a sweet, frosty treat to beat the heat. But sometimes, especially for kids, we get a little too excited eating them and end up experiencing sudden and intense pain in […]
Getting a good night’s sleep is essential for our overall health and well-being. It helps our bodies repair and rejuvenate, allowing us to wake up feeling refreshed and energized for the day ahead. Sleep is also known to improve a person’s brain function, memory, and concentration. It also helps reduce stress, anxiety, and depression, lowers […]
For humans, communication is an essential aspect of all relationships. We talk to convey our feelings and thoughts, understand others, create and strengthen bonds, resolve conflicts, and collaborate and share ideas with the people around us. But did you know that aside from humans, some animals can mimic human speech? You may have already heard […]
Are you feeling so stressed out lately? The reason may be because of too much homework and projects. Or maybe you’re anxious about your upcoming tests. Or it could due to a bad interaction with someone, a rift with a friend, or tension at home. Whatever the reason, stress is a familiar feeling that affects […]
Most people can’t lick their own elbow A crocodile cannot stick its tongue out A shrimp’s heart is in its head. How about you? Do you know other fun facts? Share yours below!
Pangolin, also called the scaly anteater, is an insect-eating mammal easily recognized by its body covered with overlapping scales. Although it may look like a reptile because of its scales, it’s actually more closely related to cats and bears. Its name, “pangolin,” originated from the Malay word ‘penggulung,’ which means “rolling over or roller.” It […]
There are 8 bear species in the world. They are the Asiatic black bears (also called moon bears), brown bears (including grizzly bears), black bears, giant pandas, polar bears, sloth bears, spectacled bears (also called Andean bears), and sun bears. And just like any animal, bears come in diverse sizes and colors. The Kodiak bear, […]
Hello everyone! Today I am going to share a curious story with you about a strange mystery which may remain unsolved up to now. I have to tell you that the general event is not a fake story. But I’ll tell it to you as if it was a spooky story! However, some credible sources say […]
We’re now on part 5, which will be the series finale to our popular misconception series. I hope you had fun and learned a lot while reading them. And if you haven’t read the other parts yet, you can visit parts 1, 2, 3, and 4 on KidzNet. Read on to discover more persistent common […]
There are widespread ideas that many people still believe to be true but are surprisingly scientifically inaccurate. Today, I’m going to share with you some of these popular misconceptions. We are going to unpack them one by one, including the truth behind them. Banana Fruit Grows on Trees Have you ever eaten a banana? If […]