Pop Facts for Kids

A pop is a word that sounds like the action it describes, like a quick, sharp explosion. Think of a balloon bursting – that's a "pop"!

The word "Pop" or "POP" can also mean many other things, depending on how it's used.

Computer Science

Post Office Protocol (POP) is a special set of rules that computers use. It helps your email program get new messages from an Internet server. It's like a digital mail carrier for your E-mail.

The word "pop" is used for many tasty treats!

Corn Pops are a type of crunchy breakfast cereal.
Pop can mean a fizzy, bubbly soft drink. This is also called soda or a carbonated drink.
An Ice pop is a frozen snack on a stick. It's often made from fruit juice or sweet water. You might also know it as a popsicle.
Blow Pops are a type of lollipop made by Tootsie Roll. They have a bubble gum center.
Caramel Apple Pops are another sweet treat from Tootsie Roll. They taste like caramel and apples.
Jiffy Pop is a brand of popcorn that comes in a special pan you heat on the stove.
Pop Secret is a well-known brand of microwave popcorn.
Tootsie Pop is a hard candy lollipop. It has a chewy Tootsie Roll candy inside.
Pop Tarts are flat, rectangular toaster pastries. You can heat them up in a toaster for a quick snack.

"Pop" also appears in the world of fun and games!

Prince of Persia is a popular video game series. It's known for its action and puzzles.
The Planes of Power is an expansion pack for the game EverQuest. This game is a type of MMORPG, where many players play together online.

Pop music is a very popular type of music. It often has catchy tunes and is easy to sing along to.
Iggy Pop is a famous American punk rock singer and actor. He is known for his energetic performances.
Pop is the name of a 1997 album by the famous band U2.

Sometimes, POP is an acronym, which means each letter stands for a word.

POP can stand for a Point of Presence. This is a place where different communication networks connect.
POP also stands for Persistent Organic Pollutant. These are harmful chemicals that stay in the environment for a long time.

Pop is the name of a children's television channel in the UK.
Snap, Crackle and Pop are the three animated mascots for Rice Krispies cereal. They are famous cartoon characters!
Sometimes, "Pop" is a friendly way to call your male parent or grandparent.
In the ancient Maya Haab' calendar, Pop is the name of the first month.
Pop art is a type of visual art that started in the late 1950s. It often uses images from everyday life and popular culture.
Pop culture means the popular things in a society. This includes music, movies, fashion, and trends that many people enjoy.
A Pop icon is a very popular celebrity or symbol that many people admire.
Point of Purchase (POP) refers to how products are displayed in stores. It's designed to make you want to buy them!