Not quite! It’s a little squashy in the middle because it spins fast, like a lumpy orange.
Why don't people on the bottom of Earth fall off?
Gravity is like a strong glue in the center, pulling everyone down toward the ground no matter where you are!
Are sharks older than trees?
Yes! Sharks have swum the seas for 450 million years, while trees only appeared 350 million years ago.
Why is the sky blue?
Blue light from the Sun scatters off air particles in all directions more than other colors do!
Story Overview
The journey begins here! Before Sophie and Stephie can explore the globe, they need to learn how to use it. When Globik the magical globe spins for the very first time, a mysterious piece of paper appears with a special mission: discover what makes the world so wonderful. With their bags packed and their curiosity high, the sisters learn about continents, oceans, and the amazing diverse cultures waiting to be explored. It’s the perfect start to a lifetime of adventure.
