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8 Unbelievable Toy Stores Around the World
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Pretty much any toy store is awesome, especially if you're a kid. But these 10 toy stores around the world were and are pretty cool for children and adults.
How Odometers Work
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Mechanical odometers have been counting the miles for centuries. Although they are a dying breed, they are incredibly cool inside. Learn how this simple device tracks distance and find out about digital odometers.
P.T. Barnum Begins Career as Showman
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Most of us know P.T. Barnum because of the circus, but he was actually an important figure in American history. Learn how P.T. Barnum went from small-time entrepreneur to master showman and founder of the "Greatest Show on Earth."
How an Oversize Load Works
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An oversize load can be a dangerous thing to tow. Learn what constitutes an oversize load at HowStuffWorks.
How Does GPS Work?
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For less than $100, you can get a pocket-sized gadget that will tell you exactly where you are on Earth at any moment. As long as you have a GPS receiver and a clear view of the sky, you'll never be lost again. Learn more!
Science Projects for Kids: Producing Sounds
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With Science Projects for Kids: Producing Sounds you'll discover why and how sound happens. Join us and have lots of fun while you're learning.
Aberration of Light
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Aberration of Light is a phenomenon in which a star or other celestial body, as viewed from the earth, appears to be slightly displaced from its true position. Learn more.
What if I Were Struck by Lightning?
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Being struck by lighting can happen in a large number of ways with a direct strike being the worst. Find out what happens if you're struck by lightning.
The Time Two Russian Space Tortoises Beat Apollo to the Moon
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Yep, two small-bodied Russian tortoises made it to the moon and back before man did.
Physics Displacement Formula: How to Calculate Displacement
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Physicists use the displacement formula to find an object's change in position. It sounds simple, but calculating displacement can quickly get complicated.