DID YOU KNOW?

Armadillos, sloths and opossums spend about 80% of their lives sleeping.

The body uses protein to build healthy muscle and tissue. Good sources of protein include lean meats, eggs, fish, poultry, beans, nuts, and cheese.

The year the Walnut Street Theatre opened in Philadelphia, PA. It is now the oldest theatre in America.

Trees produce oxygen and reduce the amount of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere.

An aluminum can that is thrown away will still be a can 500 years from now! There is no limit to the amount of times an aluminum can can be recycled.

According to John Riley of the White House Historical Association, Harry Truman was a haberdasher. A haberdasher (HAB-er-dash-er) is someone who deals in men's clothing and accessories, particularly hats.

Only 6% of children ages 9-13 play outside on their own in a typical week. (Children & Nature Network, 2008)

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