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Who Was Elie Wiesel?

Today’s Wonder of the Day was inspired by Eva. Eva Wonders, “How many Holocaust survivors are still alive?” Thanks for WONDERing with us, Eva! Each person on the planet Earth has a story to tell. We ...
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What Type of Shark Is the Slowest?

Today’s Wonder of the Day was inspired by Michael. Michael Wonders, “What is the slowest shark in the world?” Thanks for WONDERing with us, Michael! As scientists continue to study these unusual ...
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What’s in Your Glove Compartment?

Today’s Wonder of the Day was inspired by WonderFriend. WonderFriend Wonders, “Why do cars have glove compartments?” Thanks for WONDERing with us, WonderFriend! Today, most drivers don’t wear gloves ...
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How Did the Teddy Bear Get Its Name?

The teddy bear is named after U.S. President Theodore “Teddy" Roosevelt. In 1902, President Roosevelt participated in a bear-hunting trip in Mississippi. While hunting, Roosevelt declared the behavior ...
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What Is the Smallest U.S. State?

Today’s Wonder of the Day was inspired by jayla. jayla Wonders, “the smallest state” Thanks for WONDERing with us, jayla! And what state is that? It’s Rhode Island, of course! Rhode Island isn’t one ...
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Do You Celebrate Holi?

Today’s Wonder of the Day was inspired by Ganeev. Ganeev Wonders, “Why Don't Sikhs Celebrate Holi?” Thanks for WONDERing with us, Ganeev! Holi began as a holiday in Hinduism, which is the major ...
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Declaration On The Rights Of Man

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It Don’T Mean A Thing

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Dr. A. Mead Edwards

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Convention On The Rights Of The Child

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National Medal Of The Arts

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Curse Of Oak Island

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