Some tortoises live in the desert, which is fascinating. A tortoise is a turtle, but a land version. A turtle easily swims, but a tortoise can’t. A cool fact about tortoises is that they can live one year without water. They are herbivores, so they get their water from Caci and other plants. Adult tortoises’Continue reading “Why Tortoises are as Fascinating as Camels “
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Justinian And the Byzantine Empire
When Rome split in two the western empire fell shortly, but the eastern empire lasted 1000 years longer. When Constantine reunited the empire, he decided to move the capital to Constantinople, instead of Rome. The east controlled North Africa and the Middle East. Starting at 500 to 557, the east fought the Persians over territoryContinue reading “Justinian And the Byzantine Empire”
John Got Sucked into a Dinosaur Book
John was a boy who was interested in a dinosaur book he was reading. His mom rushed home and said, “I got you a book from the library.” John saw that it was a dinosaur book. He grabbed it and went upstairs to his room. He saw his messy desk. His desk was messy becauseContinue reading “John Got Sucked into a Dinosaur Book”
Early Church
The Apostles spread their word and soon, word of mouth spread, and Christianity took over Rome. Jesus was born in 3 AD and was crucified 30 years later. The Apostles continued spreading the gospel after his resurrection. The Christian religion spread even when there was persecution. By the 3rd century Christianity was the main religionContinue reading “Early Church”
Ancient Greece
The Mycenae and the Minoa were the earliest civilizations and were the opposites of each other. The Mycenae were defeated at Troy by the other tribes while the Minoa were peaceful. The Dorians claimed the old Mycenean cities. The high Greek culture was restored at 800 BC. After that, the Greeks started taking over theContinue reading “Ancient Greece”
Overdressed Children in the Snow
Three children, who are Tony, Mary, and John, were at the window looking because it was snowing. “Look,” John exclaimed, “it’s snowing!” “Oh yes, it is,” Mary shouted excitedly, “let’s rush outside.” This is why the children were glancing out the window at the snow. The mom asked the kids, “go bundle up before youContinue reading “Overdressed Children in the Snow”
Ancient China
China had five dynasties by 500 AD — the Xia, Shang, Zhou, Qin, and Han dynasties. The Xia left no records, so we know little to nothing about them. The Shang had organized cities but had cruel king which let to slave revolt. The Zhou was split in two sides and 200 states fought. TheContinue reading “Ancient China”
Why To Never Let a Camel into Your Tent
There was a tent and Jimmy was inside but Camel wasn’t. Camel really wanted ice cream because he was so hot, so he proceeded inside Jimmy’s tent. Jimmy, who was in the tent, asked, “why are you here?”. Camel hinted, “I am roasting,” and started to rush inside the tent. That is why Camel hurriedContinue reading “Why To Never Let a Camel into Your Tent “
Isaac
Isaac was born to Sarah and Abraham. Shortly after, a feast was thrown for Isaac. Ishmael was kicked out of the feast. In the Desert, he ran out of water. So, God promised Hagar that Ishmael’s descends will be great. He later became a good archer. God told Abraham to sacrifice Isaac. He obeyed andContinue reading “Isaac”
Ancient Europe
Ancient Europe had many countries such as the Celts and the Etruscans. Europe has no deserts but has mountains. The Celts where the dominant tribe in Europe. The Celts lived all over until 0 AD. Then, they moved to the United Kingdom. The Celts lived in fines or small communities. The Etruscans where the firstContinue reading “Ancient Europe”
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