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Zachary Macpherson

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About Zachary Macpherson

Zachary's bold move to New York at the age of 15 opened doors to incredible experiences and strengthened his relationships with his younger siblings. Now back in the UK, he has discovered his passion for writing and music. Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Politics and Modern History at the University of Manchester, Zachary showcases his dedication to personal growth and learning.

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Politics and Modern History

Education

University of Manchester

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Arts specializing in Politics and Modern History

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Colorful banana spider in the web.

50 Spider Puns And Jokes For Kids

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Some people love them, some people hate them, but we can all agree that spiders can be hilarious!

The eight-legged creepy crawlies make for some great joke material. If you're looking for funny jokes about spiders, you've done the right thing by looking them up on the web.

Perhaps you'll look at spiders in a new light after reading these funny spider jokes and spider web puns. If you want to learn more about spiders and maybe even find out where you can go to find them, you could go on a minibeast hunt around London.

If the real things still send a bit of a shiver up your spine, maybe you'd prefer making your own spiders out of pipe cleaners.

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Ages 0-99Pets, Animals & Nature
Image of a cell splitting during cytokinesis.

12 Amazing Cell Membrane Facts For Kids

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In your body, there are trillions of cells that help you do everything.

Each of these tiny cells has an even tinier cell membrane surrounding it. These parts of the cell are responsible for deciding what goes in and out of their cell.

This is a very important job, and the cell membrane is made up of lots of complex parts that make sure everything goes smoothly. Learn more about these incredible features with our 12 amazing facts about cell membranes.

If you are interested in learning more about cells, making models of cells is a great way to expand your understanding. Many important scientific breakthroughs were also discovered when scientists developed models of their ideas and figured out what works.

Have a go at making your own cell with our guide to making a plant cell model. Or, if you just want to learn more about how science works, you can check out our collection of exciting online science classes and events.

Ages 11-16Math & Science
Two young girls wearing headscarves sat on their dad's lap happy and smiling.

22 Interesting Ramadan Facts For Kids

For millions of Muslims across the world, Ramadan is a very important time of year.

Ramadan is a time for reflection with your family and community. Learn more about this central part of the Islamic faith with these Ramadan facts for kids.

Islam is one of many different religions that are practised by billions of people across the world and Ramadan is an important part of the religion for many Muslims.

Here are 22 interesting facts you may not already know about Ramadan.

Ages 0-99History, Geography & Social Studies
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9 Best Things To Do In Wrexham In 2020

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If you're looking for a fun and different day trip in a stunning natural landscape, Wrexham (Wrecsam in Welsh) is one of the best options in Wales.

The fourth-largest town in Wales, Wrexham is situated near to a number of stunning Welsh mountains and is easy to get to from anywhere in North Wales or North West England. Read on to discover some of the most interesting things to do in Wrexham in 2020.

As Britain continues its recovery from the coronavirus pandemic, more places across the country are reopening.

Where is Wrexham? Wrexham is situated in Wrexham county and is in easy driving distance of some of northwest England's biggest cities.

The A483 is the main road into Wrexham from England, and it only takes just over an hour to drive from Manchester or Liverpool. As lockdown restrictions ease in Wales, Wrexham has some great places to explore and visit.

Ages 0-99Days Out
View over the mountains and rainforest in Nicaragua.

23 Interesting Nicaragua Facts For Kids

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Central America is home to some of the most beautiful and diverse countries on the planet, and one of the most interesting nations in the region is Nicaragua.

Nicaragua is home to millions of diverse people, thousands of varied wildlife communities, and an incredible landscape. Learn more about this fascinating country known as 'The Land of Lakes and Volcanoes' with our helpful guide filled with information about Nicaragua!

Nicaragua is one of seven countries in Central America, a region of the world known for its large coastal areas and diverse wildlife. You can find out more about Nicaragua's southern neighbour, Costa Rica, in our useful guide.

Ages 0-99History, Geography & Social Studies
Children looking at the skeleton of an ancient whale in the Museum of paleontology

59 Top Hilarious History Jokes For Kids

History can be horrible, but it can also be hilarious!

Us humans have been around for thousands of years, so it's no surprise that there are plenty of funny historical jokes. From Groovy Ancient Greek quips to Terrific Tudor puns, have a blast with this list of the best jokes about history.

Ages 0-99Culture, History & Language
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