The first tank was created in 1914 in Britain. The goal was to travel over bumpy terrain and break through enemy lines. This was done with conveyor belt-type wheels. They’re called ‘tanks’ because they looked like water tanks and confused the enemy. Used in most military operations and wars since the first World War, the […]

Sailboats are a unique and clever idea. Attach sails to a vessel and when the wind picks up, watch it go.  These boats were also a major form of transportation for centuries. The first evidence of a sailboat was the depiction on an Egyptian urn 3500 BC! Sailboats were used for exploration, to transport goods, […]

Australia is a wild place with varied climates and many unique animals. Kangaroo and Koala are extremely well-known Australian animals. Wombats are exclusive to the Australian grasslands and forests. There are Crocodile and Emu and Platypus in Australia. But did you know there are also many Camel in Australia. About a million of them. Considered […]

The vulture is an interesting bald-headed bird, that’s important to the environment. They’re like the clean-up crew of the sky, feeding on scavenged carcasses. They fly up high in the sky, looking for dead animals. If you’re studying Vultures or just think they’re cool, why not grab some crayons and bring them to life with […]

Rugby is a full-contact sport that started in the early 1800’s. It started in England. The first official international rugby game was played in 1871 between Scotland and England. Similar to football, your team tries to get the ball into the endzone, to score a goal, or a ‘try’. If you love this sport, let’s […]

The airport is a hub for travelers in any given city. People come to these terminals and fly all over the world via airplane. If you need to go somewhere, you can find yourself in one of these busy places. If you’re learning about travel or the world, why not print our free coloring pages. […]

Zucchini is a wonderfully versatile vegetable and a must for every garden. Grill it, sautee it, fry it, bake it. It tastes great whichever way you cook it. And it’s healthy. It’s high in vitamins, minerals, fiber and it tastes great! If you love zucchini or are learning about vegetables, why not color this fantastic […]

Sloths are adored by many. They’re so unique and adorable.  Look in treetops of the tropical forests of South America, and you’ll find Sloth, just hanging out. They’re known for being very slow. Slower than every mammal on earth. They only travel one foot per minute or .17 mph. Now that’s slow! If you’ve got […]

Corgis are the cutest short-legged long-bodied dog there is. They were bred to her cattle in Wales. Corgis make great pets. They’re sweet, lovable, loyal, and are eager to please. They’re active, intelligent, and love to cuddle. If you love your Corgi or are thinking of getting one, why not celebrate the breed with your […]

Fencing is a unique sport that dates back to the 18th century in Spain. Two people dual, or ’bout’ with swords. Each hit earns a point. The person with the most points wins. The very first international Olympic Games were held in 1896, in Greece. Fencing was one of the sports to be represented there. […]