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Peacock Bird is a symbol of resurrection, renewal, and immortality. Peacocks are a species of birds that include two Asiatic species (the blue and the green peafowl) and one African. The term peacock is properly reserved for the male; the female is known as a peahen, and the immature offspring are sometimes called peachicks. In Christianity, the Peacock symbolism represents the "all-seeing" church, along with the holiness and sanctity associated with it. Additionally, the Peacock represents resurrection, renewal, and immortality within the spiritual teachings of Christianity. Peacock Bird in Monastery Saint Naum on Ohrid Lake, Macedonia   Peacock Bird in Monastery Saint Naum on Ohrid Lake, Macedonia Peacock Bird in Monastery Saint Naum on Ohrid Lake, Macedonia They will welcome you with their screams, which can be heard far away,  and if you are lucky you will have a chance to enjoy the scene of their beautiful colored feathers.

The toy submarine described on the following pages is a model recently devised by the author. A photograph of this toy is shown in Fig. 268, on the page facing page 129, a side elevation is shown in Fig. 269, and an end elevation is shown in Fig. 270. Excerpt from the book: "Carpentry & mechanics for boys: up-to-the-minute handicraft" by Hall, A. Neely (Albert Neely), Publication date 1918 / Publisher Boston: Lothrop, Lee & Shepard Co. This toy submarine dives then returns to the surface. The Mechanism is best understood by referring to the diagrams of Figs. 269 and 270. The central section D is a tin can filled with sand, for ballast. One end is supported upon a brad, the other end upon the trigger E. Trigger E is held by catch J, which slips into a notch cut in the edge of E. Can D is of sufficient weight when filled with sand, to sink the submarine. When the submarine reaches the bottom of the bath-tub — a tub furnishes a good "zone" for oper...

To make a model that would be an exact reproduction of a battleship, you would not only have to possess a set of scale drawings of the ship, but an abundance of patience, and a willingness to devote lots of time to the work. The author would be glad if you could make an exact model because he knows that you would get a great deal of enjoyment and practical experience out of the work, but he suggests that your first model be simple. You can elaborate upon a second model as much as you please. Excerpt from the book: "Carpentry & mechanics for boys: up-to-the-minute handicraft" by Hall, A. Neely (Albert Neely), Publication date 1918 / Publisher Boston: Lothrop, Lee & Shepard Co. The way to make a simplified model of a battleship, building, piece of machinery, or any other structure, is to get a picture of it, or to look upon the object itself, and pick out the half dozen or so parts which determine its contour; then reproduce these parts in as nearly the correct...

A Step-Ladder Stool is of just the right height for general household use, for washing woodwork, or for reaching upper shelves in the pantry. It also makes an excellent kitchen stool, the lower step serving the purpose of a foot-rest. When the ladder-stool is not in use, it may be folded into the compact form shown in Fig. 119, and stood behind a door or in some other out of the way place. The Ladder consists of three portions, the steps (Fig. 120), the rear legs (Fig. 125), and the seat or top step (Fig. 128). The Side Rails of the steps (A, Fig. 120) should be cut of the dimensions shown in Fig. 121. Mark the ends to be cut to the angle shown, the top to be notched to receive an end of the crosspiece D (Fig. 120). The diagram shows the positions for steps B and C. The steps must pitch at the same angle as the rail ends. Groove the side pieces to a depth of 3/8 inch, to receive the ends of the steps (Fig. 123). You will see by Fig. 120 that the sides of the grooves must ...

Of the pasteboard or white holly cut out eight squares of whatever size desired; divide four of them into halves by cutting them from corner to corner, so there are in all twelve pieces. The puzzle is to form a square of these twelve pieces. The illustration shows how this is done. When the puzzle is given to the little folks, no " key " should accompany it, but the children should try to put it together without help. If, however, you find they begin to lose interest, show them the first step, and encourage them to try to finish it by themselves. There are great differences in children in this respect; some persevering and unwilling to be helped at all, while others become discouraged at the smallest obstacles and refuse to try. The latter should be encouraged by a little help, care being taken, however, that they do a considerable portion of the work themselves. No doubt this " indolence," as it is sometimes erroneously called, is generally due to a weak phys...

In this puzzle, the pieces composing the cross may be made of pasteboard, but are better and stronger if made of the white holly or other thin "bracket wood." Cut three pieces—with the jig-saw, of course—in shape like Fig. 1, one piece like Fig. 2, and one like Fig. 3. These pieces may be of any size, but relatively each one must correspond with the sizes and shapes indicated in the diagram. Paint as fancy may dictate, after smoothing the edges off with sand-paper. Pack in a box treated. When the puzzle is given to the little folks, no " key " should accompany it, but the children should try to put it together without help. If, however, you find they begin to lose interest, show them the first step, and encourage them to try to finish it by themselves. There are great differences in children in this respect; some persevering and unwilling to be helped at all, while others become discouraged at the smallest obstacles and refuse to try. The latter should be e...

This puzzle consists of twelve irregular pieces of stiff pasteboard or wood, which are to be arranged in the form of an octagon. Although these pieces can be cut from pasteboard, they are more lasting, stronger, and better every way if made of wood. White holly, such as is employed for brackets, is a nice material to use. With a jig-saw cut four pieces in shape like that represented in Fig. 1, four like Fig. 2, and four more like Fig. 3 ; rub the edges down with sand-paper, and, if you like, paint each set a different color. When the paint is dry, varnish them. Pack them in a small pasteboard box, which you can neatly cover with paper—any fancy color will do—and you will find your little brother or sister will be as well pleased with them as with many toys which have come directly from the store. When the puzzle is given to the little folks, no " key " should accompany it, but the children should try to put it together without help. If, however, you find they begin t...

In the skillful management of paper, the Japanese are acknowledged to take the lead, as their balloons and kites, lanterns and fire-screens, now so commonly seen in this country, will testify. Many of the grotesque and hideous monsters, which nevertheless are artistic in form and decorative in effect, are made of paper pulp, with the necessary materials added to give it the proper degree of hardness ; and in articles made of folded or crinkled paper they have no equals, while in some instances they apparently infuse life itself into their airy creations. By simply folding a square piece of paper in the manner here described, they produce a bird-like figure, which will move its wings in quite a natural and amusing manner. Excerpt from the book: How? or, Spare hours made profitable for boys and girls by Holbrook, Kennedy / Publication date 1887 / Publisher New York, Worthington co. A leaf of paper—letter-paper is good for the purpose—is cut into an exact square; fold this cornerw...

Have you not often admired the stately oak tree? I will tell you, then, how you can grow a very interesting miniature oak in your window. In the autumn you can find beneath some oak multitudes of ripe acorns that have fallen amid the decaying leaves. Select one that is large and well grown, and by means of a very stout needle run a strong thread through it so that the acorn will hang with the pointed end straight downward. Excerpt from the book: "Our boys; what they can do and how to do it" by Stoddart, William, Publication date 1893 / Publisher New York, Hunt & Eaton; Cincinnati, Cranston & Curts Take a short, wide-mouthed bottle and suspend the acorn in it, placing the two ends of the thread over the opposite sides of the neck and fastening them by wrapping a few turns of fine thread or string around the neck of the bottle and then knotting it securely. Then pull upon the ends of the thread that runs through the acorn until it hangs fairly with the point ...

Honey is a biologically beneficial food product with a high content of glucose and fructose that quickly are absorbed in the blood. This is why honey is one of the most important sources of energy, especially for people who recover after a long illness, athletes, heavy-duty workers, etc. Apart from sugar s , honey contains important mineral ingredients, enzymes, and hormones that have high healing and regenerative effect. How much honey per day is beneficial for adults and for children? Honey has a healing effect only if it's consumed correctly. It  should be take n in liquid state three times a day, always 1.5-2 hours before meals or 3 hours after it. Recommended d aily dose for adults is at least 100 and not more than 200 grams (30 - 60 grams in the morning, 40 - 80 grams during the day and 30 - 60 grams in the evening). Honey treatment can last for 2 months. Children can consume one teaspoon of honey three times a day, which corresponds to approximately 30 g...

How fast can bees fly?  The speed of the bee's fly depends on many factors, most of which the wind speed, the weight of the food carried, the nectar, the pollen, the propolis, and the water, from the distance to the source of food, its wings and the age of the bee. In unfavorable climatic conditions, the flight speed reaches only 20 km (12 miles)/ h. and at favorable conditions 24km (15 miles) / hour, corresponding to a speed of 5.5 to 6.7 meters/sec. It is obvious that honey bees are faster than humans!

Move all cards to the 8 foundations from Ace to King. On the tableau, you can place cards on other cards in descending order and alternating color. Click on the stack (top left) to get new open cards.

Zoo Animals Online Game - Move the animal parts and make the images complete.

Bubble shooter game. Shoot up bubbles and create a group of 3 or more of the same bubbles.

Tripeaks Solitaire game. Remove all cards by selecting free cards that are 1 higher or 1 lower in value then the open card at the bottom. Click on the closed stack to get a new open card.