History Fun Facts
If you have children, you likely have read them these famous books. The favorites have been around for generations. But, you are likely saying the famed author’s name incorrectly. According to friends and family, the name rhymes with voice, not deuce.
Who is Dr. Seuss?
The small dot over a lowercase i or j has a name. In fact, the phrase “To a T” derives from this dot and was originally, called what?
What is a tittle?
The first person to make the daring attempt to go over Niagara Falls in a wooden barrel was a woman. On October 24, 1901, This forty-three-year-old schoolteacher from Michigan plunged over the falls. She survived with only a small gash on her head, but swore to never take them on again.
Who is Annie Edson Taylor?
This state the is the only state that chose to join the United States. The country added all other states by annexation. This state willingly joined with a treaty and it was an independent nation from 1836 to 1845.
What is Texas?
If you are struggling to maintain focus, then consider grabbing this candy. Scientists at the British Psychological Society have found it increases concentration.
What is gum?
She is the only woman to ever win two Nobel Prizes. Her first award was for physics for her work on spontaneous radiation with her husband, with her second being in Chemistry for her studies of radioactivity.
Who is Marie Curie?
This well-loved show that airs on many channels is still branded on merchandise today. The cast still receives a percent of everything the show makes resulting in each of the main six cast members getting a check for around $20 million each year.
What is the show 'Friends'?
If you are having trouble finding motivation or lacking creativity, then consider doing this activity. In scientific studies, directors asked participants to solve hard problems. The participants did better after doing this.
What is showering?
Upon her husband’s death, this Cherokee leader took his place in a 1775 battle against the Creeks, and led the Cherokee to victory. After the victory, she became head of the Woman’s Council and a member of the Council of Chiefs, playing a key role in social and political changes to the Cherokee nation throughout her life.
Who is Nancy Ward?
This fruit is one of the best, natural meat tenderizers. This fruit contains bromelain, which breaks down the protein in chains. This enzyme is so powerful that people who work in these factories have to wear protective gear so bromelain does not attack their skin.
What is a pineapple?
If you are analytical, you use this side of your brain.
What is the use of both sides of your brain?
If you are analytical, someone may have called you left-brained. Someone might call your more emotional friends right-brained. However, this theory is not based on fact. Both sides of your brain work together to create your personality.
This performer was working in France during WWII, but not only as a singer, but a dancer and actress. She was also helping the war movement, smuggling numerous messages to French soldiers. She often hid messages inside her dress or concealed with invisible ink on her sheet music. This women 's work in the war is only part of what makes her such an amazing figure.
Who is Josephine Baker?
Most people are aware that Beethoven was deaf. However, the musician figured out a way to hear even after losing the ability to hear sounds. If Beethoven bit into a metal pole that he connected to his piano, then he could hear through a process this process.
What is bone conduction?
Working from home often involves balancing official duties with kids. Studies have found that kids can ask this number of questions a day on average.
What is 300?
She was the first female governor of the US elected in 1924 for the state of Wyoming. Wyoming was also the first state to give women the right to vote, enacting women’s suffrage in 1869, making her a leader in women’s rights.
Who is Nellie Ross?