Busting Popular Myths That You Probably Thought Were Facts

Albert Einstein Didn’t Fail School

The weird myth that Albert Einstein failed math school is usually used as a lesson to tell kids to keep on going! But actually, he didn’t fail any school. In fact, he only failed one entrance exam to Zurich Polytechnic… That was only because the exam was in French and he didn’t speak it.

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The More You Know

  • Dr. Seuss wrote Green Eggs and Ham as part of a bet.
  • Bubble wrap was originally intended to be used as 3D wallpaper.
  • Penguins spend approximately 75% of their life in the water.
  • Humans specifically have eyes that face forward for the purpose of seeing in 3D.
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