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Do you strap on a jetpack to fly to school? Do your relatives live on the moon? Download a Spanish translation of “Back to the Future” to find out what predictions from the 1950s came true.

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Photo: Emerald Ash Borer

An alien invasion is taking place on Earth. These aliens aren’t from outer space. They are plants and animals from here on Earth. They move into habitats where they don’t belong and upset the balance of life. How do these invasive species spell trouble for their new neighbors? Try this photo matching game and learn more.

Photo: Shark

Sharks Alive!

For more than 400 million years, sharks have ruled the seas. These fearsome fish continue to fascinate us. Some are powerful predators. Others are gentle giants. Go jaw-to-jaw with some of these amazing creatures.

Photo: Gauchos

Gauchos

Gauchos, or cowboys, are legendary heroes in Argentina. Many follow traditions that have existed for hundreds of years. Travel to Argentina to see how modern-day gauchos work and live.


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Photographs: © David Cappaert (emerald ash borer); Peter Essick (gauchos); © Brandon Cole/Getty Images (great white shark); © Michael & Patricia Fogden/Minden Pictures/National Geographic Stock (Harlequin flying tree frog)