The children’s waterproof laptop, otherwise known as the XO, is part of the One Laptop Per Child (OLPC) campaign to create educational opportunities for the children of the world’s poorest nations by providing each of them with their own laptop computer.

Companies and websites that help people to uncover documents that offer information about known and unknown relatives have made ancestry and genealogical studies common public topics. Through ancestral searches, documents, pictures and first-hand accounts, many people have discovered and reconnected

Farmers in the United States have traditionally painted their barns red. Red barns can be found all across the U.S., most commonly in the Midwest, where farming is a major industry. Red barns have become the most recognizable symbol of American farms, yet many people don't know why barns are red or

Stark class divisions existed throughout China's long history. These divisions were marked and accentuated by clothing. While the expense of silk made it perennially unavailable to poor people, imperial edict limited the choice of color among the Chinese peasant class. The cost of clothing meant

Without its cheese, France would merely be another country. France produces over 400 varieties of cheese, usually made from cow, goat or sheep milk. Studies of French culture report that the French people consider cheese to be part of their national and regional identity, and feel that cheese and ch

The Vikings were a powerful force in Scandinavia and Northern Europe from the late 8th century to the 11th century. Through maritime exploration, trade and warfare, they were able to expand their territory and increase their wealth. The Vikings were skilled ship builders and seafarers, and their rai

Polish dancing is a popular activity at Michigan Polish festivals.Dancing image by michael langley from Fotolia.comMichigan is home to thousands of Polish-American people, many of whom love to celebrate their heritage and their ancestral homeland. One of the most fun ways to do this is by...

The Indian lotus flower is the national flower of India, and has many associations with the Hindu gods, religion and literature. Its seeds, leaves, flowers and roots are all edible, and are frequently used in a variety of Asian foods and medicines. Commonly mistaken for a water lily, the lotus flowe

The Choctaw Indians of Alabama are a band of Choctaw that managed to stay behind on the outer regions of the Choctaw lands after their tribal lands were ceded to the United States in 1830. In the 17th century, several bands of southeastern Native Americans in Mississippi, Louisiana and Alabama came

During the decades that marked the end of the 19th century and the beginning of the 20h century, Ellis Island was the primary entrance point to the United States for the majority of immigrants. More than 20 million people from all corners of the Earth entered the United States through Ellis Island b

Indians have a rich heritage and history that dates back for centuries. Much of what we know about them extends only to the last 500 years, to when European explorers first discovered that the "new world" existed and that the people who would later be known as "Indians" already inhabited it. Tribes

A grave monument is a lasting memorial. Unlike a flat grave marker, a monument generally features an upright design. It is more elaborate than a simple tombstone and may be created to honor an individual, a couple or a group of people, such as soldiers who have died in battle. If you have been taske

australia flag icon. (with clipping path) image by Andrey Zyk from Fotolia.comSeveral monuments in Australia pay tribute to the brave individuals whose achievements and sacrifices helped shape the country's fascinating history.Australian War MemorialLocated in the capital city of...

Two clubs in New York provide exposure to Turkish cultureBig silver turkish hookah on red carpet in front of red sofa image by Alexey Kozhevnikov from Fotolia.comTurkish clubs in New York aim to bring together individuals with an interest in Turkish culture. The American Turkish Society...

What is a cairn? A cairn is a deliberately constructed pile of stone and rock. It must be built one stone at a time. A cairn will be a unique creation of its builders making its construction a sacred experience. Most people think of cairns in relation to the Irish but cairns have been used by humans

The African nation of Sudan is a country with strong Islamic and Christian influences. Partially ruled by Islamic law, the type of clothes worn in Sudan is similar to those worn in the surrounding nations of Egypt, Libya and Ethiopia. Many factors come into play in a region like Sudan, in whic

The Crazy Horse memorial honors one of the Great Plains' greatest tribal leaders, Crazy Horse ,of the Sioux tribe.crazy horse monument image by jedphoto from Fotolia.comDefined as the area in North America between the Mississippi River and Rocky Mountains, according to the Kidz World...

Ancient Indian pottery exists in a number of styles, and exhibits a wide variety of regional variations throughout the centuries. Most of ancient India's pottery used a combination of spinning on the pottery wheel with the hands and other tools. Persian and Mediterranean influences have altered the

The Great Wall of China, if you include all the sections of standing wall, trenches and natural impediments (like hills and cliffs), stretches for 5,500.3 miles. The actual wall, though, is 3,889.5 miles long. Since there are 5,280 feet per mile, the structure stretches for 20,536,560 linear feet.

Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is a self-described fellowship of people who come together to share their experiences, thoughts and support. The aim of the nonprofit organization is that through sharing, individuals are able to find solutions to common problems and begin to recover. AA, a 12-step program,