Collecting Rocks And Minerals Rock and mineral collecting is a fascinating hobby which can be shared by the entire family. Before you get started with your new hobby it is important to understand something about minerals.Rocks are made up of one mineral, or a mixture of minerals. Minerals are made up of elements, which are simple substances which cannot be broken down into any other substance. Sometimes minerals are made of...... Similar Editorial : Coin Collecting by News Canada. | Source : Toys Hobbies
Museum Collections Museums are places where collections are preserved and displayed. Visiting a museum is a terrific opportunity to learn more about art, science, technology, industry and our favorite hobbies and collectibles. Many museums offer educational programs, newsletters, libraries and guided tours to help visitors have a better understanding of the collections. Museum exhibits teach us all about the world...... Similar Editorial : Ancient Coins as Collections by Nicholas Tan. | Source : Antiques Collectible
Collecting Your Family Tree What is genealogy and a family tree? Genealogy is a hobby where you collect information about your ancestors, that is, everyone in your family that has lived before you. You collect vital statistics, such as when and where they were born, lived and passed away. From these clues you become a master detective and learn all about their lives. Each family member is like a piece in a puzzle. As you...... Similar Editorial : Family Tree Templates by Trevor Dumbleton. | Source : Antiques Collectible
Fall Bird Migration Fall is the time of the year when many birds are busy preparing for the long journey to their winter homes. Migration is the movement of birds and other animals from one home to another. Some birds will fly thousands of miles to reach their winter homes!Birds begin the journey to their winter homes before the food supply in the north runs out. Day length and temperature plays a part in triggering...... Similar Editorial : Application Migration by http://www.binarysemantics.com. | Source : Science Fair Project Ideas
Exploring The Universe With Dr. Norio Kaifu During 1998 we were fortunate to attend a dinner hosted by the Japanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Hawaii, featuring a lecture by Dr. Norio Kaifu. Professor Kaifu is the director of the Subaru Telescope, National Astronomical Observatory of Japan (NAOJ) and has held the position as vice president of the International Astronomical Union (IAU) since 1997. A specialist in radio astronomy,...... Similar Editorial : Challenge the Universe by Edward B. Toupin. | Source : Science Fair Project Ideas
Cool Camouflage Camouflage comes from the French word camouflager which means to "blind or veil". Some insects and animals use camouflage as an effective way to protect themselves from natural enemies. Birds, bats, moles, frogs and other animals consider some insects to be a very tasty treat. Insects protect themselves in many ways, one of these ways is by disguising themselves so that they blend into their...... Similar Editorial : More Cool Web Tricks by Jim Edwards. | Source : Science Fair Project Ideas
Hawaii Volcanoes The Island of Hawaii is made up of five volcanoes. Each began to grow beneath the sea and eventually joined to form a single island. The volcanoes grew from a hotspot beneath the sea. The chain of volcanoes were created as the Pacific Plate moved northwestward over the hotspot. Kohala was the first to emerge from the sea followed by Mauna Kea, Mauna Loa, Kilauea, and Loihi. Activity has ceased at...... Similar Editorial : Hawaii Vacations by Donna Monday. | Source : Educational Science
A Family Garden For Nature Each year we look forward to creating a special habitat for for all of our wild and natural friends. Spring has arrived and we have been busy welcoming the season by preparing the garden for all of our summer visitors.Anyone can create a garden - even you! When some people think about gardening, they think they need a lot of space or a big back yard. Even if you live in an apartment and have no...... Similar Editorial : Savage Nature by Paula Bardell. | Source : Family Activity
Volcano Hospitality Kilauea volcano has for quite some time has enticed and fascinated visitors. Since the mid-1800s, The Volcano House Hotel has sat on the edge of Kilauea caldera. Between the years of 1865-1955 the hotel maintained a register which has recorded the experience and wonder of Pele's domain. A lesson in geology and human nature, the amusing entries chronicle the lengths an adventurer might go to...... Similar Editorial : Corporate Hospitality by Shaun Parker. | Source : Adventure Travel
The Temple On The Hill Of The Whale Pu'ukohola Heiau, located on the northwestern coast of the Island of Hawaii, represents one of the last major sacred structures built in Hawaii before traditional life was forever changed by outside influences. Kamehameha constructed the temple in 1790-1791, he had been successful in conquering Maui, Lanai and Molokai. At this time he had not yet claimed full possession to his home island of...... Similar Editorial : Whale Watching by Cliff Calderwood. | Source : Travel Agent Flight
Kamehameha - The Young Warrior As Kamehameha reached manhood events unfolded which would further direct him towards his destiny of greatness. King Alapai died and was succeeded by the king's son Keaweaopala. The new ruler was not suited for the role. His subjects neither respected nor were loyal to Keaweaopala and they rebelled against him. The rebellion first began in Ka'u, where High Chief Kalaniopuu led the opposing forces....... Source : Travel Agent Flight
