This article looks at the art of origami. The delicate shapes and marvelous final works just amaze. These are equal to great art with a smidgeon of math thrown in. Inspiring.
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The Design of the Games We Love - Their Ancient Stories
A history of ancient games from the hunter-gatherer period, to ancient Egypt, Greece, Mesopotamia, Persia and Asia. Discover the origins of games.
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Green Press Lauds Noted Toy Shop Ecology Efforts
This is a story done by a client of an online toy shop, ToysPeriod. It analyzes the shop from the standpoint of being a Green business. Bias though it is, if all businesses were this conscientious, it would be a better world.
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The Elves - Nature's Best Friends
This story emphasizes the special relationship Elves have with the Earth. It explains how Elves, when young, are taught to befriend the Earth, and how the Earth, in turn, invests its friends with unique knowledge and power.
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The Engineering Miracles of the Elves - Myth of Fact
This article explains the historical bases for our belief in Elves. Their appearances in history have been real enough. Their continued appeal in film and other venues begs us to ask questions about the ongoing roles they may be playing in human progress.
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Finding a Valuable Tradition - The Christmas Stocking
This story outlines the legends upon which the seasonal hanging of stockings on a mantle are based. Several alternative theories are discussed. Very charming!
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Tree Ornamentation for All Time
This essay describes the history of Christmas tree ornaments. It is a joy to read.
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The Amazing Bicycle - A History
The article outlines the developmental history of the bicycle. Beginning with Baron Karl von Drais' first bicycle in 1818 through the Wright Brothers' Van Cleve, the essay gives student and hobbyist alike an excellent overview of this popular vehicle.
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Light in the Doorway - Candles Through Time
This story is timely in that it discusses various aspects of candle-making, as well as what candles have signified throughout history. During the holiday season, both now and in times past, the welcoming spirit of warmth and joy candles engender has made for treasured memories. I loved this story.
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CAT, IIT Mock test
Practice test for many exams like CAT, IIT, JNTU etc. also includes old exam papers.
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