How are the tallest buildings built? How do the biggest boats get into the water? The crane, also known as a bridge or overhead crane, is the large machine used for these big, tall jobs. Children will learn about the different types and sizes of cranes and how they perform; how a crane is a vehicle;[...]

Each year during the beginning of spring, millions of Indian people celebrate Holi, also called the Festival of Colours. This two-day celebration includes important Hindu rituals and traditions. This title presents an introduction this colourful celebration.[...]

Superstar singer, songwriter, and artist M.I.A. ('Maya' to her friends) has come a long way from humble beginnings. Born in Britain, she lived most of her young life in the birthplace of her parents, Sri Lanka, while it was torn by civil war. After returning to Britain, she rose to fame as a multi-t[...]

Rosh Hashanah is often referred to as the Jewish New Year. Millions of Jewish people all over the world celebrate this holiday. The holiday includes the holiest Jewish day of the year, Yom Kippur, the day of repentance. Learn about how Jewish people eat special foods, reflect on the year gone by, an[...]