If you"ve ever been the least bit curious about how computers work, this week is for you. December 9 marks the start of Computer Science Education Week, an annual program that uses the Hour of Code as one way to inspire K-12 students to take an interest in computer science and to level the playing field in an industry that can seem intimidating to some. The Hour of Code is exactly what it sounds like: Students and adults alike are invited to set aside 60 minutes to try out one of the many Hour of Code tutorials—offered in 45 languages—for a brief introduction to coding. Organizers believe every single student should have the opportunity to learn computer science, as it nurtures creativity and encourages problem solving. We concur. And we highly recommend the Minecraft tutorials as a starting place. Happy coding, friends!
Let s crack the code
Today in History
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Here there be dragons
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It s National Mushroom Month!
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A treaty for science
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Into the woods
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Bald cypress trees in Georgia
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Defying gravity on a swing ride
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Daylight saving time begins
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Bonsai Rock, Lake Tahoe, Nevada
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Caribbean flamingos, Yucatán Peninsula, Mexico
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The Canary Islands, Spain
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A field of English lavender
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Ponta Delgada
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Johnston Canyon in Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada
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International Rock Day
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The Girl Scouts celebrate 110 years
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A different view of sharks
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Happy International Beaver Day!
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International Tiger Day
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Porto Timoni beach, Greece
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Short-eared owl
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The Aomori Nebuta Festival parade, Japan
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Happy World Whale Day!
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Sitka shines on Alaska Day
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National Love a Tree Day
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Road-trip worthy attraction in the heartland
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A silent witness to history
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Yosemite National Park anniversary
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Great Backyard Bird Count
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New Zealand s loneliest mountain
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Travel Sunday: Sintra, Portugal
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