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'The Morning the Apples Began to Sing': A story of wonder and imagination - review

A story of wonder and self-expression, inspiring children to imagine, create, and embrace life’s hidden miracles.

Thee are no illustrations, except for an unexpected one on the last page.
THE ALMOND TREE has been watching over the Land of Israel for longer than we can fathom.

Hiking in the Holy Land: The almond tree, Israel's ancient clock

A Levantine Vernal Copper (Tomares nesimachus) butterfly

INPA releases Red Book for Butterflies detailing extinction, endangerment threats

Yiftach Singletrack – Named after Yiftach Gurni.

15 kilometers of the spirit of heroism: A new bike singletrack in the heights of Pitchat Nitzana


At least 50 hippos die from anthrax in Virunga National Park, Democratic Republic of Congo

Residents warned to avoid wild animals and boil water amid anthrax outbreak.

 Hippopotamus resting in the Zambezi River.

Saudi Arabia was a green oasis 8 million years ago, study reveals

Fossil evidence shows existence of elephants, giraffes, and crocodiles thriving in environments rich in rivers and lakes.

 Wadi Al-Disah in the Tabuk region is one of the most famous valleys in western Saudi Arabia.

Mommy, a 100-year-old tortoise, becomes the oldest first-time mother of her species

The hatchlings are the offspring of Mommy and Abrazzo, two Western Santa Cruz tortoises and the zoo's two oldest residents, each estimated to be around 100 years old.

 Mommy, a 100-year-old tortoise, becomes the oldest first-time mother of her species.

Hebrew Language Academy renames orange butterfly to honor Ariel Bibas

This specific butterfly was chosen to honor Ariel not just for its orange wings, but because Ariel is one of Jerusalem’s 70 names, the academy explained. 

 Kfir and Ariel Bibas, who were murdered in captivity by Hamas in November 2023.

Researchers discover ancient giant tree species in Tanzania's Udzungwa Mountains

Some Tessmannia princeps trees may be up to 3,000 years old due to their extremely slow growth.

 Researchers discover ancient giant tree species in Tanzania's Udzungwa Mountains.

Chimpanzees engineer tools by selecting flexible plants for termite fishing

Researchers find wild chimpanzees prefer plants 2.75 times more flexible, indicating sophisticated understanding of material properties.

 A Gombe chimpanzee using a termite fishing tool to fish termites.

Reopening Israel's North: Free admittance to several major cultural, natural sites

The campaign includes the weekend of March 28-29 and the week before Passover: April 4-10.

 THE AGAMON HULA.

During the spring, the flower Italia Valeriana to grow in Mount Carmel, Galilee, Jerusalem Hills

The name itself, Italia Valeriana, suggests that it does not grow only in Israel but also in Eastern Mediterranean countries such as Bulgaria, Greece, and Turkey.

 The Italia Valeriana flower is expected to grow in areas including Mount Carmel, Mount Gilboa, the Galilee, and the Jerusalem Hills.

The family as an anchor: 3 special destinations for Family Day in Israel

The Government Tourism Company offers family-friendly tours at heritage sites, blending history, experiences, and quality time.


Discover this week's rare natural treasure – a perfect family trip!

Celebrate Family Day with a magical trip in the Sharon: Winter ponds, a rare flower, a tractor museum, ice skating, and gourmet dining—just 20 minutes from the center!

 Family Day in the heart of the Sharon: Rare attractions and blossoms