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Opal – Birthstone For October – Where Do They Come From

Opal - Birthstone For October - Where Do They Come From? One of the opal's most enchanting features is its captivating play-of-color, an optical phenomenon that emerges when light refracts through the silica spheres embedded within the stone. This play-of-color creates vibrant flashes of rainbow hues, capturing the imagination and evoking interpretations of divine signs across various cultures. The size of these silica spheres, which can range from 5 to 300 nanometers, directly influences the spectrum of colors seen, thereby enhancing the opal's mystical reputation. In contrast, the milky or waxy appearance of common opal lacks this dynamic interplay of hues, resulting from larger, more irregular silica particles. Read more.

101 Books to Read Before You Grow Up By Bianca Schulze – The Children’s Book Review

101 Books to Read Before You Grow Up By Bianca Schulze - The Children's Book Review. For Ages: 4-12+ 101 Books to Read Before You Grow Up (Revised Edition) is the ultimate reading guide for kids ages 4 to 12+, packed with 101 kid-friendly book recommendations and interactive features to inspire young readers. This revised edition includes diverse voices and graphic novels and reflects current educational trends, making it a modern and inclusive reading guide for young readers today. Read Author Guest Post, Enter Giveaway and Download Free Activities From Bianca Schulze

Luella’s Library By Tara Lala – Presented By The Children’s Book Review

Luella's Library By Tara Lala - Presented By The Children's Book Review. Genre: Children's Picture Book. Luella loves to read books, but her best friend, Lino, doesn’t.What Lino soon discovers is that the books in Luella’s library are magical! When one of her books transports them to an enchanted land, they have to face unexpected obstacles and help new friends.Will Luella and Lino complete their journeys along the way? Will they be able to help their new friend find his way back home? Or will Lino choose his phone over the adventures Luella’s library has in store? Read guest post by author and enter giveaway.

Cole The Elemental Dragon Presents the Periodic Table Element Carbon

Cole The Elemental Dragon Presents the Periodic Table Element Carbon Video.

Monsterland By Michael Okon – Pump Up Your Book

Monsterland By Michael Okon - Pump Up Your Book. Genre: Action/Adventure. A teen must save his date in a theme park whose main attractions, real werewolves, vampires, and zombies, descend the place into chaos. Read excerpt and guest post by Michael Okon.

How Do We Get It? – Gadolinium

How Do We Get It? - Gadolinium.Unveiling Gadolinium: From Nature to the Periodic Table. Have you ever looked at the periodic table and wondered where the elements come from? Let’s take a closer look at one particular element, Gadolinium, and explore how it gets its place on the table, from its discovery in nature to its modern applications.

First Uses of the Periodic Table Element -Chromium

First Uses of the Periodic Table Element - Chromium.Hey there, curious minds! Have you ever wondered about the origins of the shiny metal called chromium? Well, buckle up as we take a trip back in time to explore its first uses and how it became an essential part of our modern world.

Thing – First Contact By Kendall Williams – Silver Dagger Book Tours

Thing - First Contact By Kendall Williams - Silver Dagger Book Tours. Genre: Science Fiction, Time Travel. “THING: First Contact is not your average alien encounter story. It’s bold, visionary, and challenges the conventions of the genre.” Read about the book and enter giveaway.

The Wonders of the Periodic Table Element – Californium

The Wonders of the Periodic Table Element - Californium. Imagine opening a treasure chest filled with elements and secrets of the universe—also known as the periodic table! In this treasure trove, one shiny gem, Californium, waits to unveil its captivating story. Discovering Californium is like unearthing an enigmatic relic from the heart of scientific exploration, with applications that tickle the imagination and potential that glows brighter than the stars. Read more.

The Counting Books and Games Store

The Counting Books and Games Store – Book – Bumpy Rumps: Farm Animals