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I WONDER - What Magical Powers Did Pegasus Have?
Fly high with 'What Magical Powers Did Pegasus Have?' to discover the enchanting abilities of this mythical winged horse! A quick, magical journey perfect for young dreamers and myth lovers.
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I WONDER - What Is An Ogre?
Stomp into 'What Is An Ogre?' to learn about these fascinating, fearsome creatures of fairy tales and myths! A quick, thrilling exploration, perfect for adventurous young minds.
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I WONDER - What Is A Cyclops?
Peer into 'What Is A Cyclops?' to uncover the one-eyed giants of ancient myths! A quick, thrilling adventure into mythology, great for curious kids.
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I WONDER - What Do Ogres Do?
Stomp into 'What Do Ogres Do?' to uncover the mysterious lives of these fascinating fantasy creatures! A quick, enthralling adventure into the world of ogres, great for imaginative kids.
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I WONDER - What Did Pegasus Symbolise?
Gallop into 'What Did Pegasus Symbolise?' to uncover the magical meanings behind this legendary winged horse! A fast, fascinating flight into mythology, ideal for young dreamers.
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I WONDER - Do Ogres Have Any Weaknesses?
Venture into 'Do Ogres Have Any Weaknesses?' to discover the secrets behind these mythical giants! A short, exciting quest into folklore, just right for young adventurers.
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I WONDER - Are There Any Famous Ogres?
Step into 'Are There Any Famous Ogres?' to meet the most famous ogres from stories and myths! It’s a fun, monster-filled journey perfect for kids who love a good tale.
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The Origins of ‘Big Bug’ Science Fiction
Insects make up 80 percent of the world’s species, so it's not all that surprising we’ve occasionally made them into monsters in science fiction and horror. What is staggering is why the “big bug” subgenre took off in the 1950s. Find out...
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Death Worms: Fact or Fiction?
Rumored to roam some of the world’s most desolate places the poisonous, killer death worm can trace its history in folklore back thousands of years. Made more famous and frightening with science fiction series like Dune and Tremors,...
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Don’t Let Them In! The Urban Legends of Black-Eyed Children
An urban legend that exploits our fears of an obstructed gaze and the deeply unsettling idea that the youngest of our species are out to destroy us, the lore of Black-Eyed Children, or Black-Eyed Kids, is a modern construction. But the...
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Leprechaun: From Gold-Loving Cobbler to Cultural Icon
Leprechauns are associated with St. Patrick’s Day and Irish culture, but do you know why? The jovial, red-haired little man dressed in green standing next to a pot of gold is a modern invention—the diminutive faerie folk was once more...
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The Crazed Hunt for the Himalayan Yeti
Dr. Zarka examines the yeti’s origins, from Tibetan folklore and religion to the Westernized abominable snowman version. She explains how Buddhist beliefs, a series of intrepid 20th-century explorers, and a creatively translated word...
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Fire Cat or Fire Cart? The History of Japan’s Kasha
Swooping down from the heavens on a fire ball, the Kasha drags the bodies of the dead to the underworld for a life of damnation. Most frequently depicted as a demonic, flaming cat, the kanji for ‘Kasha’ actually translates to “Fire...
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What Happened During Our Scary Slumber Party
Light as a Feather, Stiff as a Board, Bloody Mary and Ouija are scary and entertaining rites of passage for kids and teens to participate in. But do these games actually work? And why do we love to scare each other so much at sleepovers?
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The Evolution of Creepy Dolls
Maybe it’s the unblinking eyes, staring at you, emotionless, day and night. Or, perhaps it’s their small size acting as a cloak of innocence. Or their human-like appearance that makes them seem just slightly too real. However, you want...
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The SCP Foundation: Declassified
Unlocking the Mysteries of SCP: From Secure, Contain, Protect to Unearth, Expose, Fascinate! Dive deep into the shadowy world of the SCP Foundation as we peel back the layers of secrecy surrounding these enigmatic entities. Discover the...
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Uncovering the Enigma: Sasquatch Sightings
North America’s most famous cryptid, Sasquatch is a bipedal hairy humanoid with history pre-dating European colonization with numerous sightings even up to the present day. From cave paintings to video documentation, Sasquatch is a...
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The Untold Secrets of Pokémon’s Monster Mythology
Pokémon are inspired by flora and fauna, science, religion, yokai and other supernatural beings. But the series is teeming with not just Japanese folklore, but versions of monsters from across the globe made cute with softened features.
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Hero, Beast, or Both? The Complex Lore of the Centaur
Humans have domesticated animals as beasts of burden for thousands of years and the vital role horses play in the evolution of culture in particular has inspired countless equine folklore, but none are quite like the centaur.
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Unicorns: Magical Icons or Violent Beasts?
Unicorns are all over the place in popular culture these days - movies, TV shows, toys, clothing and books for children and adults alike. But you might be interested to learn that the majestic, all-white horse with a spiralized horn on...
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Was Púca the Nightmare Bunny That Inspired Donnie Darko?
Existing somewhere between boogeyman, scapegoat, and temperamental fae, the known trickster called Púca is an animal-spirit that was once dreaded across Ireland, the Channel Islands, and England.
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The Wicked Feline Murder Floof, a Yule Cat Story
Christmas isn’t just a time for presents, cookies, and holiday cheer, but the hunting period of Iceland’s murderous monster feline, the Yule Cat. This giant, fluffy cat towers over buildings, roaming the snowy countryside for human...
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How Chimaera Mythology Became Reality
The impossible, three-headed monster of Ancient Greek mythology, the Chimaera, may have started off as a fantasy, but today, the word “chimera” can be used to refer to anything that seems impossible. This includes the real-life,...
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Mythology: Pandora
Mr. Griot provides information about the characteristics of mythological stories as he shares the myth "Pandora."