Hans Christian Andersen was born in the town of Odense, Denmark, on April 2, 1805. The beloved author of some of the most famous fairy tales of all time, Andersen remains a favorite author of children ...

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Today’s Wonder of the Day was inspired by Jill from Cincinnati. Jill Wonders, “Why do Cicadas come out every 17 years?” Thanks for WONDERing with us, Jill! Hello, and welcome back to Wondero—wait, ...

Today’s Wonder of the Day was inspired by Gianna. Gianna Wonders, “WHY DO WOLVES HOWL AT THE MOON?” Thanks for WONDERing with us, Gianna! That’s when you hear it. The howl resonates through the night ...

Today’s Wonder of the Day was inspired by Elizabeth. Elizabeth Wonders, “Why do we need trees?” Thanks for WONDERing with us, Elizabeth! Have you seen a tree today? Maybe there is a tall pine growing ...

Today’s Wonder of the Day was inspired by Jonathan. Jonathan Wonders, “What is an implosion?” Thanks for WONDERing with us, Jonathan! You might know a thing or two about how skyscrapers are built. You ...

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Today’s Wonder of the Day was inspired by Sudha. Sudha Wonders, “Who was Albert Einstein?” Thanks for WONDERing with us, Sudha! Has anyone ever told you that E = mc²? Have you ever heard of the theory ...