Mystery of the Month:

These two marble lions are icons of New York City. They have been on display since 1911, making them over 100 years old! They had multiple nicknames in the first few decards, but in the 1930s, they were renamed by Mayor Fiorello LaGuardia.

 What are the names of the two marble lions?

Answer: Patience and Fortitude
In 2011, Patience and Fortitude turned 100 years old. To honor the occasion, the New York Public Library commissioned Lego sculptures of both lions.

Grand Prize Winner: Cynthia Zhuang

Mystery of the Month:

As of 2025, this country has the largest population in the world. It has more than 4 times the population of the United States of America. It has 22 official languages and 43 UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

 What country currently has the largest population?

Answer: India
Although they have 22 official languages, in which Hindi is the most popular, there are many more languages and dialects spoken.

Grand Prize Winner: Grace Chen

Mystery of the Month:

This national park of the United States is in Montana right on the border of Canada. On the other side of the border is Canada’s Waterton Lakes National Park, which combined with this mystery national park created the first ever International Peace Park. This national park is known for its towering mountain peaks, crystal clear water, and large, yet disappearing glaciers.

 What is the national park?

Answer: Glacier National Park
The short video above from National Geographic posted in 2015 shows the impact of climate change on the glaciers in the national park. 

Grand Prize Winner: Evelyn Mattina-Crescio

Mystery of the Month:

This bird can be found all across North America. It can be seen in our neighborhood as well. It is known for its "sad sounding" coos. They are also known to be monogamous and coparents to their young.

 What is the name of this common bird?

Answer: Mourning Bird

Grand Prize Winner: Jocelyn Chen