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Upper Peninsula’s Kitch-iti-kipi Spring Kitch-iti-kipi Spring is a tourist attraction in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. It’s location is northwest of Manistique in the Palms Book State Park. The Kitch-iti-kipi is Michigan’s largest natural spring. The water stays cool all year, maintaining a 45 degree temperature. The spring is 300 feet by 175 feet and is about 40 feet deep. It looks like a big oval! In the water you can see huge fish because the water is crystal clear. The fish you see are Lake Trout, Brown Trout and Brook Trout.

At times you will spot other species like Yellow Perch.

Hydraulic pressure forces the groundwater to the surface. The spring’s pool bowl is like other sinkholes except it is connected with an underground stream to Indian Lake. The spring pool was created when the top layer of limestone dissolved away and collapsed into the cave already created by underground water.

To get to the middle of the spring, you can ride with your family in a large observation raft that you pull along a cable. The cable uses pulleys to move, so any kid can move the whole thing!

Kitch-iti-kipi (Kitch-i-tee-kipee) means “big spring”.

It’s name makes a lot of sense. The spring has 10,000 gallons of water per minute flowing! Kitch-iti-kipi is said to have many meanings in the Chippewa language such as: The Great Water, The Blue Sky I See, The Roaring, Bubbling Spring. Others called it the Sound of Thunder and Drum Water.

There are many Indian legends about Kitch-iti-kipi. One legend says it was named after a young Native American chieftain, whose

tribe lived near the spring. He fell in love with a girl who wanted him to prove his love for her. She told him that she would jump from a branch that overhung the spring and he was to be at the bottom in a canoe to catch her. He set off in the freezing waters in a canoe, while she sat back with other girls and laughed over his foolishness. The legend tells that his canoe tipped over, and the young chieftain met his end in the cold waters.

Another legend is that Chippewa parents would come to the spring to give names to their newborn children, claiming to hear names in the bubbling water. They also believed the spring held healing abilities.

A drop of honey on a piece of birch bark dipped into Kitch-iti-kipi and presented to a loved one was to make them true forever. Another legend concerned the tamarack growing on the banks of Kitch-iti-kipi. A small piece of the bark ground in a mortar and pestle and placed in an individual's empty pockets would be replaced by glittering gold at exactly midnight. Whatever the legends, visitors to the spring love them.

Some people think that these stories were made up by the founder of the park, John Bellaire, who discovered the black hole spring in the 1920’s. He loved the beauty of the spot, and convinced the Palms Book Land Company to sell the spring and 90 acres of land to the State of Michigan for $10 (That was a lot back then!). The property deed required the property to be forever used as a public park. Now this beautiful spring is one of Michigan’s Parks.

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Great Books To Read This Summer!

Big Fish, Little Fish

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A fun book about opposites, a fishy chase, and a game of hide and seek! This sturdy book is great for beginning readers.

It has large, bright illustrations and short sentences on each cardboard page. Help your child learn that reading is fun with this amusing fishy tale.

A beautiful hard cover book to add to your collection with thirteen great swashbuckling tales for kids of all ages! This book is full of wonderful illustrations for every tale of danger and adventure. Everything you could ever want to know about a pirate in one book.

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Classic Fairy Tales Retold and Illustrated

by Michael Foreman A book with fun pictures and large print makes reading along fun! Getting started reading will be exciting with the tales of Sleeping Beauty, Snow White, Rapunzel, The Princess and the Pea, and many, many more. 176 pages of bedtime story magic!

Castles, Caves, and Honeycombs

by Linda Ashman, Illustrated by Lauren Stringer Another fantastic book for beginning readers and also a wonderful bedtime story. It is a story that describes some of the many unique places where animals build their homes and what it is that makes home a special place. Each page is overflows with wonderful Lascaux acrylic illustrations.

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Ballroom Bonanza

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Mirette on the High Wire

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In a famous little town once a year there is a grand dancing competition! All the contestants are animals and performers appear in alphabetical order. There are alpacas and elephants and sassy swans and turkeys.

Who will win the competition? Along with practicing your ABC’s it is also a hidden picture book in which you can search through each gorgeous illustration to find some of the instruments played in the band like castanets and a guiro, a guitar and a contrabassoon, there are 26 different instruments to find!

Winner of the Randolph Caldecott Medal this is a story that takes place a hundred years ago in Paris with a spirited heroine named Mirette. Mirette’s adventure in learning to walk on a tight rope is an inspiration to keep going even if you fall.

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Principality of Liechtenstein • In 1719, the princely House of Liechtenstein, which still rules as a constitutional monarchy, purchased a strip of Rhine floodplain and adjacent mountains and called it Liechtenstein. Liechtenstein is not quite as large as Washington D.C. The country lies on the east bank of the Rhine River, south of Lake Constance, between Austria and Switzerland. The total area is 62 square miles. Prince Hans-Adam II is the present reigning prince of Liechtenstein. He ascended the throne in 1989.

• Liechtenstein is very mountainous and is the only country to be completely located within the Alps. It is also one of the world’s two doubly-landlocked countries (along with Uzbekistan). Most of the country’s population lives in the long and wide Rhine Valley.

The highest point in Liechtenstein is Grauspitz which is 8,526 feet.

It’s large number of hiking trails are a major tourist attraction.

• The country has a continental climate with cold, cloudy winters and frequent snow or rain. Summers are cool to moderately warm and often cloudy and humid.

• Industry includes, electronics, metal manufacturing, dental products, ceramics and pharmaceuticals. Historically agricultural, Liechtenstein has been increasingly industrialized with industry and services now employing most of the workforce.

• Liechtenstein measures tall in economy as a highly industrialized nation with a vital financial service sector. Moreover, it has one of the highest per capita incomes in the world!

• Agriculture in Liechtenstein are wheat, barley, corn, potatoes, dairy products and livestock. Liechtensteiner’s are also known for their cheeses and wines.

• Tourism is another major source of income. Snow skiing is a major attraction.

• The capital city is Vaduz. Vaduz serves as the administrative center plus the seat of the national parliament. Also at Vaduz is

the Postage Stamp Museum, the National Library and Ski Museum.

Regierungsgebaude is one of the oldest government buildings.

• German is the national language. It is the only German speaking country not to border Germany and also the smallest of all the German speaking countries.

• The Castle Liechtenstein is located in Austria! This castle was built in the early 1100’s and destroyed twice by the Ottomans. It wasn’t rebuilt properly until 1884. The castle is still the property of the Liechtenstein Royal Family since 1807.

• Liechtenstein has no military force. They uphold a stance of military neutrality. They have a police force that takes care of crime within the country.

• Liechtensteiners usually eat Zmorga for breakfast which comprises of coffee and bread with jam. Zmittag is their main meal of the day which typically includes a main dish, soup, salad, and dessert. Znacht is eaten at dinnertime and comprises of an openfaced sandwich made with various kinds of meat and cheese.

• Käsknöfle, a distinctive regional dish consists of noodles made by squeezing a mixture of flour, water, and eggs through a perforated board after The capital city of Vaduz with the Alps which, the noodles in the background. are baked with grated cheese.

• Joseph Rheinberger, a famous musician and composer was born the son of the Prince of Liechtenstein's treasurer on March 17 1839 in the capital village of Vaduz.

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Discover Art Through Cartooning!

When I was in 4th grade I enrolled in a Saturday morning art class. I was very worried that I would not be able to learn to draw. My teacher began my art lessons by teaching me to draw cartoon characters such as Mickey Mouse and Goofy. I soon discovered that learning to drawing cartoon figures was fun and creative. As my confidence in drawing grew, I soon was drawing realistic things well too.

Cartoon figures don’t have to be perfect. Actually, they should not be drawn to look too real. Cartoon figures have silly faces or features that make us see our world in a fun way. The dictionary describes a cartoon as a “sketch or drawing, usually humorous” meaning, it’s not an exact copy of what something really looks like. As with learning anything in life, starting slowly helps us build skills to achieve larger things down the road. So get out your markers and pencils and start drawing!

Project: Step by Step Cartoon Face Follow steps 1-7 to create a dog face.

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2. Try changing ear shape and size.

3. Make eyes smaller or larger.

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5. Color your cartoon friend, or leave it black and white.

6. If yours looks a little different than the samples, that is great!

7. Use your new friend to make a card for someone.

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It’s Fun to Tell Time!

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'H:LWW (OHPHQWDU\ 1HZV 1,161 DeWitt students walked and ran a total of 2,681 miles during the PTA Mileage Club this May. That is the equivalent to walking across the United States from the California to New Jersey!

234 Fuerstenau Kindergarteners used pedometers to count steps as they walked around a marked Mileage Course during Fridays’ lunch recesses and successfully reached the Mackinac Bridge in 3 Mileage Club Days.

The Young 5’s through 4th grade at Schavey Road Elementary and Scott School ran 2 days a week during their lunch recesses using Mileage Cards marked by parent volunteers. 377 students ran 5Ks (3.1 miles each) and 28 students ran 10Ks (6.2 miles each) receiving a personalized bracelet to hold their choice of mileage tokens.

The Student Government at Herbison Woods carried on last year’s “Recess Reinvented.” Instead of 5th and 6th graders walking a Mileage Club loop in the parking lot, 478 students chose to participate in

the following organized activities: zumba, soccer shoot out, zombie tag, basketball lightning, and a nature trail hike. Due to the high level of participation, the students earned a DJ dance/yearbook signing party during lunch recess.

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6W -RVHSK 3HZDPR (OHPHQWDU\ 1HZV The Four Miracle Children of St. Joseph School in Pewamo, along with their teacher, Mrs. Kerri Hafner, were honored at the Mott Golf Classic on Monday, June 5, in Ann Arbor. All four of the Little Victors’ doctors spoke about their health journey with Mott Children’s Hospital. All four children completed second grade in Mrs. Hafner’s classroom and are going into third grade at St. Joseph School in Pewamo this coming Fall. Madeline George, Thomas Kramer, Kaine Simon and Brody Smith all were treated by Mott’s Children’s Hospital.

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How Important Is Water?

The existence of water is essential for life on Earth besides its many uses. Water covers around 70% of the Earth’s surface! The following are more interesting facts about water.

• Water is made up of two elements which are hydrogen and oxygen.

The chemical formula for water is H 2O. The formula means each molecule of water is made up of two hydrogen atoms bonded to a single oxygen atom.

Water has three different states - liquid, solid and gas. The word water usually refers to water in its liquid state. The solid state of water is known as ice. The gas state of water is known as steam or water vapor. Water in the form of ice is found at the polar ice caps on the planet Mars. Some scientists have also suggested the possibility of liquid water on the red planet.

• Pure water has no smell and no taste. Water also expands as it cools in freezing conditions. Water has been known to burst water pipes as it freezes to ice.

• The three largest oceans on Earth are the (largest) Pacific Ocean, the (second largest) Atlantic Ocean and the (third largest) Indian Ocean. In the Pacific Ocean is the Mariana Trench which is the deepest known point in the world’s oceans!

Water from the sea or ocean is known as seawater or saltwater. On the average, every 2.2 pounds of seawater contains 1.2 ounces of dissolved salt. Ocean tides are caused by the rotation of the Earth and the gravitational pull of the Moon and Sun acting on ocean water.

• The longest river in the world is the Nile River as it’s 4,132 miles long.

The second longest river in the world is the Amazon River at 4,000 miles in length. The longest river in the United States is the Missouri River. At around 2,340 miles in length, it is slightly longer than the Mississippi River at 2,320 miles long. These two rivers combine to form the longest river system in North America.

• The water cycle involves water evaporating (turning into gas), rising to the sky, cooling and condensing into tiny drops of water or ice crystals that we see as clouds. Then they fall back to Earth as rain, snow or hail before evaporating again and continuing the cycle.

• Water makes a good solvent with many sugars, salts and acids. On the other hand, oils and fats don’t mix well with water.

• Most people around the world have access to clean drinking water but it is a major problem in the poorer areas of the world. Water pollution and low quality water can lead to dangerous bacteria, disease and viruses. Clean drinking water is needed for humans to avoid dehydration. The amount you need each day depends on the temperature, how much activity you are involved in and many other factors.

• An important use for water is in agricultural irrigation. This is when water is artificially added to soil in order to assist the growth of crops.

• Electricity can be created from hydropower, a process that uses water to drive water turbines connected to generators. There are many hydroelectric power stations around the world.

• Water also plays a role in cooking. Steaming and boiling foods are known cooking methods. You may have seen this when someone is making pasta.

• Water is also used for fun! Water sports are very popular such as swimming, running through the sprinklers and waterskiing. During Michigan’s winter months, when the water is frozen we pay hockey, ski, ice skate and snowboard!

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I Want To Play The Harmonica!

The harmonica (or mouth organ) is a hand-held rectangular musical instrument. As the musician inhales and exhales into evenly spaced air channels, the metal reeds within produce musical notes. The length and thickness of the reed determines the note that is heard.

The first patent was issued to Christian Friedrich Buschmann of Germany. Several decades later, a young German clockmaker named Matthias Hohner learned to make a harmonica and consequently changed his profession. Starting his new company in a kitchen in 1857, he turned out 650 in his first year with the help of family and one paid worker. He marketed his harmonica well with his name engraved on everyone and introduced his instrument to North America. The harmonica’s portability and affordability made it a favorite of the Western Cowboy. African-American blue musicians also found the harmonica an affordable alternative. Sonny Terry, James Cotton, Charles Musselwhite and William Clarke are just a few of the blue legends who used the harmonica.

The harmonica then entered the mainstream. Numerous rock and roll musicians picked up the harmonica. Folk singer Bob Dylan popularized the placing of the harmonica on a neck frame to free his hands for playing the guitar, etc.

Today, five major types of harmonicas are produced: diatonic, diatonic tremolo-tuned, diatonic octavetuned, chromatic, and orchestral accompaniment. The singlereed diatonic harmonic is the most popular and can be heard in rock, country, blues, and folk music. It features 10 holes with 20 reeds, 10 for blow notes and 10 for draw notes.

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Cookin’ Fun Crunchy Cornflake Chicken 3 cups cornflakes 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon paprika 1/2 teaspoon onion powder 1/4 teaspoon ground sage Salt and pepper 1/2 cup milk 2 to 2-1/2 pounds chicken (skin on) Pre-heat the oven to 375 degrees. To make the coating, pour the cornflakes into a sealable gallon-size plastic bag and use a rolling pin (or your palms) to crush the cereal. Open the bag and add the flour, paprika, onion powder, and sage. Shake salt and pepper (about 1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon of each, depending on your family's taste) into the bag. Reseal the bag and shake until well combined. Pour the milk into a shallow bowl. Rinse the chicken pieces under water. Dip one piece in the milk. Then drop it in the bag of cornflake mix. Shake the bag until the chicken is thoroughly coated. Place the chicken skin-side up in an ungreased baking pan. Repeat until all the pieces are coated. Discard any leftover coating, and wash your hands thoroughly after handling the raw chicken.

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Place the marshmallows on top of one of the graham cracker squares. Place the peanut butter cup on the top of the marshmallows. Top with the last graham cracker square.

Candy Carrots 1 pound carrots 1 tablespoon butter 2 tablespoons brown sugar 1 teaspoon water Peel the carrots, then slice each one into rounds. Place the carrot coins in a microwave-safe bowl, cover them with water, and cover the bowl with plastic wrap. Microwave for 6 to 7 minutes or until the carrots are tender but not mushy. Drain the water and set the carrots aside.

In a small frying pan, melt the butter, stir in the brown sugar and water, and cook for 1 minute. Add the carrot coins and toss to coat them with the brown sugar mixture. Cook on low for 3 to 4 minutes or until the carrots are thoroughly glazed.

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<RXWK 'HYHORSPHQW Fruits & Vegetables Crossword Puzzle Across 1. A type of fruit that is used to make a refreshing summer drink 2. “An __________ a day keeps the doctor away” 3. A vegetable that grows underground

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Down 1. A fruit that is green on the outside and red on the inside 2. A citrus fruit that is the same color as its name 3. A vegetable that starts with the last letter of the alphabet (Hint: it is a type of squash)

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