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Why Do People Kiss Under Mistletoe?

Uncover the history behind the plant in the doorway and its power to make people pucker up.

Why Do People Kiss Under Mistletoe?

What's the Difference Between Snow, Sleet, and Freezing Rain?

There’s a winter weather alert in Wonderopolis! The weatherman is predicting a lesson on snow, sleet, and freezing rain.

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What's the Difference Between Snow, Sleet, and Freezing Rain?

Why Does Pasta Come in So Many Shapes?

Today’s wonder is shaping up to be delicious, as we take a bite out of the wonderful world of pasta.

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Why Does Pasta Come in So Many Shapes?

What Makes Bloodhounds Good Detectives?

Today we’re hitting the trail with a four-legged pup that “nose” a thing or two about hide-and-seek.

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What Makes Bloodhounds Good Detectives?

How Were Birthstones Chosen for Each Month?

Enjoy your visit to Wonderopolis today as we examine some precious stones!

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How Were Birthstones Chosen for Each Month?

Why Do Pianos Have 88 Keys?

Today’s Wonder of the Day is all about the ebonies and the ivories!

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Why Do Pianos Have 88 Keys?

What Is an Almanac?

You don’t have to be a farmer to enjoy these tips and tidbits. Head to Wonderopolis to flip through the history of The Old Farmer’s Almanac!

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What Is an Almanac?

Where Does French Toast Come From?

Today we’re toasting a breakfast treat with a mistaken identity. It’s delicious for sure, but surprisingly not French.

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Where Does French Toast Come From?

What Is a Supernova?

Today’s Wonder of the Day isn’t just super...it’s a supernova! Join us for a journey through outer space to see what happens when stars run out of fuel.

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What Is a Supernova?

How Do Hurricanes Get Their Names?

What’s in a name? You may be surprised. Today’s Wonder of the Day just might blow you away!

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How Do Hurricanes Get Their Names?

Have You Ever Had a Frog In Your Throat?

Ribbit! Croak! Those are just two of the words you may be saying after reading this Wonder of the Day.

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Have You Ever Had a Frog In Your Throat?

Do You See a Face on the Moon?

FACE it! This Wonder of the Day is one of the best yet.

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Do You See a Face on the Moon?

Why Are There So Many Antibiotics?

Today’s Wonder of the Day helps you feel better when you’re sick!

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Why Are There So Many Antibiotics?

What Is Elbow Grease?

Today’s Wonder of the Day is a lot of hard work, but it’s worth it!

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What Is Elbow Grease?

What Is a Paradise Duck?

DUCK! A brand new Wonder of the Day is flying your way.

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What Is a Paradise Duck?

How Are Viruses and Bacteria Different?

The subjects of today’s Wonder of the Day may be different, but they can both make you very sick!

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How Are Viruses and Bacteria Different?

What Is Your Favorite Mascot?

Today’s Wonder of the Day celebrates a wild cast of characters, from animals to historical figures to Hoosiers…whatever those are!

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What Is Your Favorite Mascot?

Does Your Brain AutoCorrect?

2day’s W0nd3r 0f th3 Day m1ght b3 a r3a1 cha11eng3! 0r mayb3 n0t!

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Does Your Brain AutoCorrect?

Who Were the Brothers Grimm?

Today’s Wonder of the Day features a fairy-tale ending!

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Who Were the Brothers Grimm?

What Happened to Zealandia?

We hope you brought your scuba suit! Today’s Wonder of the Day takes us deep into the sea.

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What Happened to Zealandia?

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Why Do People Kiss Under Mistletoe?

What's the Difference Between Snow, Sleet, and Freezing Rain?

Why Does Pasta Come in So Many Shapes?

What Makes Bloodhounds Good Detectives?

How Were Birthstones Chosen for Each Month?

Why Do Pianos Have 88 Keys?

What Is an Almanac?

Where Does French Toast Come From?

What Is a Supernova?

How Do Hurricanes Get Their Names?

Have You Ever Had a Frog In Your Throat?

Do You See a Face on the Moon?

Why Are There So Many Antibiotics?

What Is Elbow Grease?

What Is a Paradise Duck?

How Are Viruses and Bacteria Different?

What Is Your Favorite Mascot?

Does Your Brain AutoCorrect?

Who Were the Brothers Grimm?

What Happened to Zealandia?

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