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You have eyelashes. Your dog has eyelashes. But fish don’t! Why? You have questions, and this book has the answers. Find out about fish, including their body parts and behavior.

Step into the world of "Living Gifted" with me, your host - Nancy Cies, where I invite you to join me on an authentic journey through life as a psychic medium and empath. From stumbling upon my extraordinary abilities in my late teens to embracing the laughter-filled adventures and heartwarming encounters along the way, this podcast is your space for all things gifted. Get ready to share in the joys, quirks, and hilarious moments of living as a gifted human being.

What is it like to live in or visit Guatemala? What makes Guatemala’s culture unique? Explore the geography, traditions, and daily lives of Guatemalan people.

Spiders live everywhere! We even find them inside our homes. But how do they get way up on the ceiling? You have questions, and this book has the answers. Find out about spiders, including their body parts and behavior.

What is it like to live in or visit Turkey? What makes Turkey’s culture unique? Explore the geography, traditions, and daily lives of Turkish people.

The world is full of colorful birds. But why are flamingos bright pink? You have questions and this book has answers. Find out about flamingos, including what they eat and their behavior.

People don’t sleep standing up. But cows do! Why? You have questions, and this book has the answers. Find out all about cows and why they don’t need to lie down to catch some Zzzzzs.

A car breaks down on the highway. It won’t go. What vehicle can help? A tow truck! Tow trucks carry broken vehicles to repair shops so they can be fixed and get back on the road. Young listeners will find out about tow trucks, their main parts, and how these important vehicles are used.

You’re rock hunting along a lakeshore with your eyes glued to the ground. A see-through rock lights up in the sunlight. Your heart races as you pick up the rock. It has beautiful bands of orange, cream, and brown. You’ve just found an agate! Find out how agates form, where they are found, and about some of the most amazing agate discoveries. Then learn how you can find and collect these striking rocks too!

City buses take people where they need to go day after day. They help people get to workplaces, stores, and more. They are hard at work in all types of weather.

Find out how geodes form, where they are found, and about some of the most amazing geode discoveries. Then learn how you can find and collect these marvelous mineral-filled rocks too!

Delivery trucks carry millions of packages around the country each day. In New York City alone, 1.5 million packages are delivered every day! Young listeners will learn about the types of delivery trucks, their main parts, and what they carry inside.

Smoke pours out of a window. Call 911. A fire truck is on its way! Fire trucks carry the equipment needed to put out fires and help people in emergencies. Young listeners will find out about fire trucks, their main parts, and how these important vehicles are used.

What is it like to live in or visit Italy? What makes Italy’s culture unique? Explore the geography, traditions, and daily lives of Italian people.

Find out how fool’s gold, or pyrite, forms, where it is found, and about some of the most amazing pyrite discoveries. Then learn how you can find and collect this gleaming gold mineral too!

Wild animals are beautiful creatures, but they can turn dangerous in a heartbeat. Follow along as survivors use their wit, strength, and sheer will to battle these deadly beasts.

Did you know that the average American produces about 4.5 pounds of waste every day? That’s a lot of garbage! Garbage trucks are hard at work picking up this garbage. They carry the trash to landfills and other places. Young listeners will learn about the types of garbage trucks, their main parts, and how they work.

Deaf actor Millicent Simmonds captivated audiences with her performances in Wonderstruck and A Quiet Place. She has appeared in music videos, TV episodes, and at awards shows that have brought awareness to how deaf people experience the world. Learn more about this talented young actor and how she intends to give deaf people the space to tell their own stories.

A dirt trail in the woods is covered with thick mud and big bumps. What vehicle can get through? An ATV! All-terrain vehicles have wide, bumpy tires that provide good grip on all types of land. Young listeners will find out about the types of ATVs, their main parts, and how these versatile vehicles can be used for work and fun.

Electric cars are becoming more common around the world. Young listeners will get a basic introduction to the main parts of these vehicles. They will see how electric cars are different from gas-powered vehicles and why electric cars are better for the environment. Get young listeners excited about electric vehicles!