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Sara Thompson
Jun 13, 20223 min read
How to Beat the Heat
By Sara Thompson Special to the Enterprise Temperatures are heating up and our bodies are susceptible to getting too hot. As we...
Sara Thompson
Jun 9, 20222 min read
Chalk It Up to a Good Time
By Sara Thompson Special to the Enterprise In nice weather often sees children and families playing outdoors. A favorite pastime of many...
Sara Thompson
Feb 11, 20223 min read
Snowflakes: No Two Are Alike
By Sara Thompson Special to the Enterprise Most people have learned that snowflakes are frozen water droplets that fall in places that...
Sara Thompson
Jan 22, 20223 min read
The Color-Changing Stoat
By Sara Thompson Special to the Enterprise Several species of bird and mammal change their color with the seasons, one of them being the...
Sara Thompson
Jan 9, 20223 min read
Amazing Animal Adaptations
By Sara Thompson Special to the Enterprise The northernmost part of our planet is the Arctic and includes parts of Canada, Russia,...
Sara Thompson
Jan 3, 20222 min read
Jolly Holly Plants
By Sara Thompson Special to the Enterprise Holly is a common decoration during the winter holidays. It is recognized by its pointy,...
Sara Thompson
Dec 11, 20213 min read
Surviving Winter
By Sara Thompson Special to the Enterprise Humans occupy much of the world’s landmasses. Many of those places have very cold winters for...
Sara Thompson
Dec 9, 20213 min read
Turkey Trivia
By Sara Thompson Special to the Enterprise Turkey will be the centerpiece of Thanksgiving dinners for nearly 90% of American families. ...
Sara Thompson
Dec 6, 20213 min read
Evergreen Boughs
By Sara Thompson Special to the Enterprise All plants and trees begin as a seed. Many use flowers and fruit to produce more seeds, but...
Sara Thompson
Nov 19, 20213 min read
Monarchs Head South in Migration
By Sara Thompson Special to the Enterprise When thinking about migrating animals most people will think about birds. It is true that...
Sara Thompson
Nov 1, 20213 min read
How Do You Like Them Apples?
By Sara Thompson Special to the Enterprise Apples are rich in vitamins and antioxidants, making them a healthy snack for all ages. ...
Sara Thompson
Nov 1, 20213 min read
DIY Experiment: Leaf Chromatography at Home
By Sara Thompson Special to the Enterprise During spring and summer, trees use their leaves to produce energy and nutrients for the tree...
Sara Thompson
Apr 17, 20212 min read
Summer Science Camps Are Back for 2021
By Sara Thompson Special to the Enterprise Explorit’s Summer Science Camps are back for 2021! Beginning in June and running through to...
Sara Thompson
Mar 18, 20212 min read
Benefits of Clover Go Beyond Good Luck
By Sara Thompson Special to the Enterprise With over 300 species, clover is one of the most common and easily grown plants. Best grown in...
Sara Thompson
Feb 19, 20213 min read
Happy Hearts Keep Beating
By Sara Thompson Special to the Enterprise Hearts denote love and affection, especially around Valentine’s Day. The central location of...
Sara Thompson
Jan 29, 20213 min read
Seeing Fog More Clearly
By Sara Thompson Special to the Enterprise Recently our area has been enveloped in fog for most of the mornings and sometimes into the...
Sara Thompson
Jan 8, 20213 min read
Avalanche Awareness on the Slopes
By Sara Thompson Special to the Enterprise An avalanche is best known as a large amount of snow flowing down a slope but can also refer...
Sara Thompson
Dec 20, 20203 min read
The Science of Candy and Sweets
By Sara Thompson Special to the Enterprise During the holiday season candy and treats are made at home or bought in stores. Many of these...
Sara Thompson
Dec 18, 20203 min read
Unique Reindeer
By Sara Thompson Special to the Enterprise Images of reindeer are common this season, but what makes these animals so special? These...
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