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Monet would depict impressions, not objects. Chagall added a fairytale vibe to reality. Bosch was the surrealist of the 15th century. Picasso was able to create paintings from different angles simultaneously. It’s not necessary to be an art expert to be able to distinguish which masterpieces belong to which artist. All you need to know is the painting style of each of them.

We spend about one-third of our lives sleeping, and even though it’s an important activity for all of us, science still hasn’t managed to figure out everything that’s related to it. It’s widely accepted that there isn’t just one explanation for why we need to sleep, we just don’t know what it is yet.

Ecosystems are a crucial part of life for all living beings on planet Earth because they provide various raw materials that are important for our survival and, at the same time, are the driving force behind climate regulation and soil erosion control, all of which are necessary for our survival as a species. There are different types of ecosystems, like aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems. However, all of them are equally relevant for the existence of the different species that inhabit them. 5-Minute Crafts has prepared a simple guide for you to learn more about these biological systems.

Veganism is becoming more and more popular as the years go by. 5-Minute Crafts will explain what veganism is and why people go vegan.

A hot dog is a form of fast food that’s popular all over the world. This dish consists of a grilled or steamed sausage served in the slit of a partially sliced bun. Typical condiments include mustard, ketchup, or mayonnaise, and common garnishes include onions, pickled or fresh vegetables, grated cheese, bacon, and olives.

“Why is a raven like a writing desk?” This popular riddle has been bothering the minds of people for one and half centuries. It was first written by Lewis Carroll, the author of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. By the way, he himself answered this question, and it’s so ambiguous that it raises even more questions.

Eggs, fruits, and vegetables sold in stores often come with unique codes. These numbers actually contain important information that can tell the customer about the product’s method of production. 5-Minute Crafts wants to uncover the mystery behind those digits and tell you more about what they mean.

While it might seem like a simple question to ask when you’re a child, the reason why we see a blue sky from Earth actually requires some understanding of what optics are. It also involves knowing a bit about how light travels around the universe. 5-Minute Crafts looked into what experts had to say about this and compiled the information in a simple way for you to understand how and why we see blue skies here on Earth.

We know eclipses to be beautiful things that happen in the sky, but they’re more complex than that. 5-Minute Crafts will now explain exactly what they are and what kinds of eclipses you can experience.

You’ve probably heard all the steps related to learning a new language like be consistent with your practice, show up regularly, learn the first 100 words, and much more. These mundane practices may make the language learning experience a boring one. 5-Minute Crafts lists some unique and fun ways to learn a new language to keep yourselves entertained in this adventure.

What is cubism? How to differentiate impressionism and expressionism, or academism and realism? There are many art movements and styles, and it’s not so easy to understand them.

Making your own compass is a very easy and straightforward activity. Not only is it fun, but it might come in handy if you’re ever in the wilderness and you’re doubting where you’re heading, assuming you packed a small magnet with you. 5-Minute Crafts wants to show you 2 different ways to make a compass at home.

Running is a great and healthy exercise for your body. However, you need to be really careful when you do it outside, as you’ll be facing dangers like dealing with other people and vehicles. 5-Minute Crafts will show you how you can enjoy your running time safely.

The “Truth or Dare?” game has existed for at least several hundred years. The first mentions we found of it are from 1712. It used to be called “Questions and Commands.” Some details were different from the modern version, but the goal was the same: give answers or do something on command.

Tuning a guitar is a basic skill that any guitarist needs to know in order to play. If you’re a beginner, in addition to your guitar, you’ll probably need a chromatic tuner. After a while, you might memorize how your chords should sound, and then you can tune your guitar by ear or by matching the chords with other instruments, such as a piano. 5-Minute Crafts will show you both techniques that can work for electric and acoustic guitars.

Learning how to read sheet music requires a lot of patience and self-discipline. It’s almost like learning a new language. That being said, it’s very useful if you want to learn how to play an instrument properly. 5-Minute Crafts put together a tutorial to help you learn music notation, step-by-step. We recommend you take your time with each step before moving onto the next. Having a keyboard at home will make things easier because keyboards are very visual. A metronome will also come in handy to practice with.

Many people want to learn to play the guitar. Of course, we all know it’s quite a hard thing to do and that it requires constant training and a serious approach. Nevertheless, if your soul is longing for music, you can learn the basics of playing the guitar pretty fast. The main thing is to understand the fundamentals and practice them.

Chess has always stood out from other games and has been considered a choice of highly intellectual people. However, in reality, the rules of this game are quite simple, but you’ll still need your wittiness and slyness to checkmate your opponent as fast as possible.

The skill of doing math fast in your head seems like it’s a magic ability, but in reality, it’s quite easy to learn to do if you know a few tricks and train your brain. Besides, doing math in your head develops your memory and teaches you to concentrate on the important stuff, let alone the practical use of this skill.

Choosing running shoes with the wrong fit and features can result in serious injuries, so 5-Minute Crafts has some tips to help you get the perfect shoe for your type of running or athletic activity.