A Timeline in Ice

Scientists can learn a tremendous amount by taking core samples of ice, like pushing a straw into a layer cake and examining the layers in the tube. In Antarctica, scientists found an area of unbroken ice over 1,000,000 years old! The core sample will provide an amazing record of Earth’s climate, air quality, and even diseases.

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We Love Our Planet Earth

On April 22nd 1970, Wisconsin Senator Gaylord Nelson created Earth Day. He wanted people to focus on the environment, air and water pollution. It grew into a global movement, bringing the world together to try and keep the Earth clean, prevent global warming, and preserve nature for future generations. Set a goal today to help the Earth this year!

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Penguins on Danger are Not in Danger

Scientists once worried about how climate change was causing the Adélie penguin population to decline. Then they unexpectedly discovered 1.5 million of them living on the Danger Islands off the Antarctic Peninsula! The scientists want to ensure the Danger Islands are protected, while studying what allows that penguin population to thrive while others dwindle.

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Celebrate Polar Bears

It’s International Polar Bear Day! Polar bears have black skin and hollow transparent hairs that scatter light, making their fur look white! They can grow 9 feet tall and have paws one foot wide. They live in Arctic sea ice regions, so climate change and melting ice has caused polar bears to become endangered.

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