Science & Environment
Why the Lunar New Year isn’t really a lunar new year
Contrary to its name, Lunar New Year doesn’t follow a lunar calendar. Instead, it follows the Chinese calendar, which is a lunisolar calendar.
Meet the Beetles/Tongue Tied
The Cat introduces scientific inquiry skills, teaching core science concepts and vocabulary while taking your preschoolers on fun-filled adventures.<br/> <strong>Ages:</strong> 2-5<br/> <strong>Educational Goal:<\/strong> Science, Language and Literacy
Meet the Beetles/Tongue Tied
Season 2 Episode 5 | 23m 30s | CC
The kids learn how to keep critters away from their cookies. Stag beetles look scary, click beetles make noises, and bombardier beetles have a stinky surprise for visitors. / The Cat has some friends with marvelous tongues! Giraffes pick food off of thorny branches, a boa snake uses her tongue to smell, and chameleons use their lightning-fast tongues to catch prey.
Related stories
Capitol News Alliance
Democratic lawmakers and grassroots groups highlight support for immigrants as enforcement crackdown looms
The event comes as the new Trump administration has taken dramatic moves to rewrite the rules for immigration and citizenship.
Arts & Culture
Student designers create Western-inspired looks to promote sustainable fashion
Western wear’s longevity lies both in its enduring style and its renewable material.