Our Wonderful World

  Do Gorillas Know Sign Language?🦍🦍 A merican sign language or ASL can be communicated by people around the world to help many communicate. Although people are using ASL, animals  are using it too. A gorilla named Koko is one of the first gorillas to use ASL. Dr. Patterson was one of her main sources of ASL. These studies are still going on today. Another gorilla named Michael is also learning ASL. Turns out, gorillas have a gestural language of their own. That is what makes it easier to teach sign language than almost any other animal. Although only two gorillas have learned ASL so far, scientists have discovered so much about animals since then. Gorillas are one of the smartest creatures on the planet. Some proof is that they’ve created a “language” where they can communicate using gestures. Scientists think that gorillas have actually started this language before we could even think of it! These gorillas are only the beginning of animal communication. The fact that they h...

  E aster is the celebration of the resurrection of Jesus Christ in the Christian religion. Eggs have been seen as ancient symbols of fertility, while springtime is considered to bring new life and rebirth. The first story of a rabbit (later named the “Easter Bunny”) hiding eggs in a garden was published in 1680. Easter takes place on a Sunday, after the 40-day period called Lent. Lent is referred to as a time of fasting, but participants focus more on giving up one significant indulgence.“The White House Easter Egg Roll” event has been celebrated by the President of the United States and their families since 1878! When people think about Easter they usually think about eggs and bunnies.  Easter is seen as a day of giving back to yourself. Knowing that there are ups and downs in life. Many people have a feast with their favorite foods, or buy their favorite gifts. Easter is just a day where. Many give back. The tradition of colored eggs comes from a bird called the Osterhase H...