The girl sat alone on the bench, her head in her hands. She was tired, so tired. It felt like she had been sitting there for hours, days even. She wasn't sure how long she had been there, but it felt like forever. She wanted to get up, to walk away, but she couldn't. It was like her body …
A gray feather on the stem of the tree can trigger all kinds of stories. One story might be about a bird that got lost and ended up in a tree that was far from its home. The bird might have been tired and decided to rest on a branch, not realizing that it was too tired to fly any further. The bi…
The flowers that grow in the desert are typically small and hardy. They often have a bright color to attract pollinators. Common desert flowers include cacti, sunflowers, and daisies. Roses are not typically found in the desert, but they can be grown in greenhouses or homes with access to water.�…
Photo by Lina Kivaka. The first Ferris wheel was designed and built by George Washington Gale Ferris, Jr. as a landmark for the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago. The original Ferris Wheel was built to rival the newly constructed Eiffel Tower in Paris. It was the largest att…
The forest is a beautiful place to explore. Take a walk through the woods and enjoy the scenery. Listen to the birds singing and the leaves rustling in the wind. Smell the fresh air and feel the sun on your face. As you walk, you may see some animals. Be sure to stay on the path and do not distur…
Photo by Emma Bauso. They had been planning it for months, ever since they first saw the ad in the back of the magazine. It was perfect for them: a little cabin in the woods, away from the hustle and bustle of the city. They had both been working long hours at their jobs and were ready for…
The couple gazed out at the picturesque Swiss Alps as they rode the historic Glacier Express train. They were excited to be visiting such a beautiful and romantic country together. The snow-capped mountains and pristine lakes were like something out of a storybook.
The sun was setting, and the wooden houses on the grassy field looked like they were on fire. The sky was ablaze with oranges and reds, and the grass was a deep green. It was a beautiful sight. The houses were built by a family of farmers who had lived on the land for generations. They were simpl…
There's something special about cats, the way they move, the way they stare. And when you learn how to love them as they deserve—groom them, give them good food and scratch them, and offer them a litter box—you have created a bond that's hard to break. Sure, cats can be fickle—they may …
A gray feather on the stem of the tree can trigger all kinds of stories. One story might be about a bird that got lost and ended up in a tree that was far from its home. The bird might have been tired and decided to rest on a branch, not realizing that it was too tired to fly any further. The bi…
