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From The Editor Hi Kids, Can you believe it’s November already? Time goes so fast! November is a great month for celebrations. Not only is it Thanksgiving (a national holiday in Canada and the U.S.), it’s also International Tongue Twister Day! Don’t miss the chance to try out the incredible tongue twisters inside this month’s issue of Kidslife. November is also the month for celebrating National Television Day – what a great excuse to sit down and watch your favourite TV shows! Television is a great tool for learning but Kidslife also has plenty of educational tools. For example, do you know who invented the lockstitch sewing machine? Or how a toucan controls its body temperature? How about the population of Moscow? And the official name for a starfruit? You can learn the answers to all of these questions (and more!) in this November issue of your favourite magazine.
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As usual, there’s plenty of fun stuff too – certainly enough to keep you occupied until next month’s issue! See you then Kids.
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8. Editor's Pick 10. KidsLife Cover Star 12. KidsLife News 14. International Tongue Twister Day 16. November Month Facts 17. Music Charts 18. Travel Diaries - Moscow 22. Animal Kingdom - Toucan 26. Great Minds 30. Carambola Fruit Facts 34. Book Club 36. KidsLife Clinic 40. Science Club 42. Maths Fun 44. Fun Time 44. More Fun Activities 46. World Television Day 48. Language Club 50. Maths Club 58. Movies Night 60. Unscramble 62. New Apps We Love...
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Fisher-Price Think & Learn Code-a-Pillar See what develops as kids play with Code-a-pillar. Problem-Solving Skills Once kids can 'program' a path for Code-a-pillar, the sky's the limit! It opens the door to problem solving as they figure out how to get Code-a-pillar to go wherever they want! Planning and Sequencing Skills After rearranging his segments a few times, kids will discover that if they plan out a path for Code-a-pillar and put his pieces together in the right sequences, they can get him to follow it! Critical Thinking Skills The more kids rearrange Code-apillar pieces, they more they develop critical thinking skills by 'programming' different combinations to send him in different directions! December 2017
Googly Eyes Drawing Game Simply put on some vision-altering goggles, start drawing, and have your team try to guess what exactly it is that you’re drawing. We used to play this in college with beer goggles, but this is the kidfriendly version and really fun for the whole fam.
LEGO Star Wars The Last Jedi This LEGO Star Wars BB-8 droid from Star Wars: Episode VIII, The Last Jedi makes the perfect gift for any Star Wars or LEGO fan. Turn one wheel at the side to rotate the detailed head, and another to open the access hatch and extend the welding torch. This model also comes with a display stand, decorative fact plaque, and small BB-8 figure, making it a great display piece for any bedroom or office.
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News
Ancient Human Ancestor "Little Foot" Debuts In South Africa
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On December 6, Little Foot, the most complete skeleton of a human ancestor ever found, made its debut at the Hominin Vault at University of Witwatersrand's Evolutionary Studies Institute in Johannesburg, South Africa. The ancient fossil’s public unveiling ends a painstaking journey of discovery and assembling that began in 1994, when paleoanthropologist Ron Clarke stumbled upon fragments of four left foot bones while rummaging through a museum box. Convinced they were from the same hominin, or early human ancestor, the scientist decided to investigate further. Three years later, in 1997, he found new foot bones belonging to the same individual from the fossil trove of the university’s medical school. Believing there may be more, the researcher and his team headed to South Africa’s Sterkfontein cave system, where the bones had been unearthed. It was a slow, arduous, task that required the use of small, needle-like tools. Clarke, who likens the endeavor to “excavating a fluffy pastry out of concrete,” says, "The process required extremely careful excavation in the dark environment of the cave. Once the upwardfacing surfaces of the skeleton's bones were exposed, the breccia in which the undersides were still embedded had to be carefully undercut and removed in blocks for further cleaning in the lab.”
Little Inventors Brings Children's Imaginative Ideas To Life
Kids, whose vivid imaginations know few boundaries, frequently come up with invention ideas that range from life-changing to downright wacky. However, few see them come to life mainly because adults are not convinced of their practicality. That is about to change thanks to Little Inventors, an innovative project that connects aspiring inventors to manufacturers and artists who can help bring even the most impossible sounding contraption to life. The endeavor is the brainchild of Dominic Wilcox, a British artist and inventor, who is world-famous for his fun creations like GPS shoes that can find their way home and a cereal-serving head crane device. Wilcox, who was inspired to pursue inventing at a very young age by his tutor, is a firm believer that “we are all born creators” and thinks children’s ideas are just as valid as those of adults. The chain of events leading to the founding of Little Inventors can be traced back to a series of workshops held by Wilcox around his hometown of Sunderland, England in 2015. The 19 events, organized to encourage children aged 5-12 to sketch their ideas, were a huge success, attracting over 300 kids and resulting in more than 450 fun inventions. The designs were presented to a group of twentythree local artists and manufacturers who selected one idea and then worked alongside its young creator to bring it to life.
But it was well worth it. Little Foot, who was a female, is not just the first complete ancient adult skeleton found, but also the first with a complete leg and arm in one individual. In contrast, Little Foot’s more famous counterpart, Lucy, discovered in East Africa in 1974, is only 40 percent complete and lacks a head. The mammal, which belongs to the genus Australopithecus, had short arms and small hands, indicating she was more similar humans than apes. Assumed to be in her 30’s, Little Foot is believed to have died after falling into a sinkhole from a tree where she was sleeping. The researchers still need to investigate where she fits into the human family tree and her food preferences. Estimated to have lived on Earth 3.67 million years ago, Little Foot is the oldest human ancestor ever found in Southern Africa. She is not however the oldest. That honor goes to Ardi, a hominin that lived in Ethiopia 4.4 million years ago. But given that Little Foot is over 90 percent complete, she is far more valuable to researchers. The significance is not lost on Clarke, who proudly asserts, “Little Foot is one of the most remarkable fossil discoveries made in the history of human origins research.”
The resulting prototypes, showcased at the INVENTORS! Exhibition in an empty Sunderland storefront through January 2016, were a huge success both locally and globally. In September 2017, the Victoria and Albert Museum, London’s largest museum of decorative arts and design, acquired five of the creations — a family scooter, a Liftolator (War Avoider), a shady lamp, a super fast tennis ball, and a high-five machine — to put on display for visitors to admire. December 2017
California Home Transforms Into Winter Wonderland For The Holidays
For most Americans, the holiday season begins around Thanksgiving. However, for Kathy and Rombeiro and her dad, Edmundo, it starts in September, when they begin the laborious process of converting their Novato, California home into a winter wonderland. By the first Sunday of December, the ordinary suburban home is transformed into a magical “Christmas House,” complete with over 200,000 lights, fake snow, model trains, countless decorations and figurines, and even a real-life Santa Claus (Edmundo) on a sleigh. The catalyst for this 26-year-old joyful tradition can be traced back to Edmundo’s childhood. As a young boy growing up in São Miguel, the largest island in the Azores off the coast of Portugal, he had fond memories of helping his mother set up a Nativity Scene each Christmas. When Kathy was old enough, Edmundo, who moved to America 48 years ago, decided to start a similar holiday ritual with her. Initially, the decorations were just meant for the family and friends to enjoy. However, that changed in 1990 when Edmundo noticed a neighborhood couple admiring his handiwork. Kathy says, “Something inspired my dad. He asked the couple if they would like to see the decorations inside of the house, and there it all began. One couple turned into the second. A week went by, more people. The following year, we added another room, and from that point on our home started attracting thousands of people every year.” In 2016, the family welcomed a record 44,000 visitors (including 18 tour buses) during the holiday season.
While over a quarter of a century of curious strangers walking around the house would take its toll on most people, Kathy and Edmundo love the tradition and continue to add to the Christmas splendor each year. Now, along with the spectacular exterior, every room in the house, besides the master bedroom, brims with decorations. To help them with the increased work, the duo has recruited Kathy’s mother Mary Jo and cousin Tony Aguiar who are happy to pitch in for this joyous occasion. Though the decor of the first four rooms changes each year, visitors will always be treated to a model train room, an angel room, and one dedicated to a replica of Edmundo’s hometown in memory of Kathy’s grandmother, the inspiration behind this fun tradition. Scattered through the house are several Christmas trees, a lighted holiday village, and a variety of other intricate displays. While the decorations are certainly a draw, what makes a visit to the Rombeiro Christmas House memorable are the family members who greet each visitor with a smile and a candy cane. It is no wonder the family receives thousands of thank you notes from people all over the world each year! Though donations are accepted to help pay for the hefty electricity bill, there is no cost to visit this joyful house. Edmundo says, “Everyone is welcome. We open our hearts and arms, the way things are supposed to be. We just hope that we move people to have more love for each other.”
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Sweden's Stunning ICEHOTEL Opens For The 28th Year While most hotels undergo makeovers, very few get upgraded as frequently as the ICEHOTEL in Jukkasjärvi, Sweden. Constructed entirely from a mixture of snow and ice, or “snice,” the structure has been rebuilt from the ground up every year since 1989, with each rendition more stunning than the previous. The 28th ICEHOTEL, which opened for business on December 15, is no exception. The seasonal hotel’s 19 intricately sculpted, thematic suites are the work of artists that have been carefully selected from over two hundred applicants from around the world. This year’s rooms feature fluffy cumulus clouds, a pair of astronauts, and even King Kong – all carved from “snice,” of course.
Each 290-square-foot (27-square-meter) suite sleeps between 2-4 guests, enabling couples and families to share a room. To ensure visitors are comfortable, in the below freezing –23 to –18 degrees Fahrenheit temperatures, the beds are covered in reindeer hides. Guests are also advised to wear thermal underwear and sleep inside the hotel-provided thermal sleeping bags. While there is a private changing room, the bathrooms and showers are located in the adjacent conventional hotel, which is open year-round. December 2017
Mountains of the World December 11th: International Mountain Day
Mountains stand on every continent on Earth—and even between some continents, far under the ocean. The Mid-Atlantic Ridge is a mountain range on the floor of the Atlantic. It stretches from north of Iceland almost all the way south to Antarctica.
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The Eight Summits On each of the seven continents, one peak stands the tallest. Climbers call these the Seven Summits. However, if we consider Australasia a continent, then Carstensz Pyramid in Indonesia would make the list. That gives us eight summits. Australasia includes New Zealand, New Guinea, the Indonesian archipelago (island chain), and islands in the area. Many climbers try to scale all eight summits.
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Mountain Men
It took 14 years to finish carving the faces of four presidents into the rock of Mount Rushmore. That’s in the Black Hills of South Dakota. (The Black Hills are high enough to be called mountains.) The mountain bears the faces of Washington, Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt, and Lincoln. After sculptor Gutzon Borglum died, his son, Lincoln, completed the project. Each face is 60 feet high. The noses alone are 20 feet long!
The Longest
The Andes are by far the longest mountain range on Earth. They stretch about 4,500 miles along the western edge of South America.
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It may surprise you to learn that Antarctica is the most mountainous of all the continents. The tallest spot down there is Vinson Massif in the Ellsworth Mountains.
King of the Mountain
Mountains are holy places for people of many different religions. The ancient Greeks believed that Zeus was king of the gods. They thought he ruled from the top of Mount Olympus, which is the tallest mountain in Greece. It stands 9,577 high. December 2017
Mount Sinai is in Egypt. It is thought to be where Moses received the Ten Commandments.
The Tallest
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Mount Everest, in Asia’s Himalayan range, is the world’s tallest mountain above sea level. And it keeps growing! Scientists say it rises about three to five millimeters a year. That means every climber who reaches the top sets a new altitude record.
That’s Odd
Mount Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) is in China. It is known for its odd-shaped rocks and pine trees, swirling mists, and hot springs. A long paved path lets people hike around its 72 peaks. December 2017
Turned to Stone
The Three Sisters in the Blue Mountains of Australia get their name from an Aboriginal legend: Three sisters fell in love with three men from a different tribe. When the couples were forbidden to marry, the two groups started fighting. In the heat of the battle, a medicine man turned the three sisters into rock to protect them. He died before he could reverse the spell.
Far Out
There are mountains on other planets, too. On Mars, a volcano called Olympus Mons is about three times taller than Mount Everest.
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DECEMBER The birthstone of December is turquoise and the birth flower of December is the narcissus.
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Zodiac signs for December are Sagittarius (November 22 December 21) and Capricorn (December 22 - January 19).
December 3 International Day of the Disabled Person
In December, Nobel Prizes are awarded.
In Anglo-Saxon times, November was known as BlotmonaĂž (blood month or sacrifice month). The month of December gets its name from “decemâ€? the Latin for 10, as December was the 10th month in the ancient Roman calendar. December is very precious month since it is the month when International Hug Day is celebrated. It happens during December 4.
On December 17, 1903, the Wright Brothers made their first flight. December 2017
December 7 is National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day. According to research published in 2008, serial killers are more likely to be born in November than any other month. US Presidential elections are held every four years on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November.
MUSIC CHART S 01
Perfect Ed Sheeran
Wolves Selena Gomez & Marshmello
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What About Us
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P!nk
Havana Camila Cabello & Young Thug
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Rake It Up
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Yo Gotti & Nicki Minaj
How Long Charlie Puth
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...Ready For It? Taylor Swift
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Walk On Water Eminem & Beyonce
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What Lovers Do
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Maroon 5 & SZA
Praying Ke$ha
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Melbourne is the state capital of Victoria and the second-most populated city in Australia. The people of Melbourne are called Melburnians.
It was founded by free settlers from the British Crown colony and named in 1837 in honour of the British Prime Minister, William Lamb, 2nd Viscount Melbourne.
It takes approximately 15 hours and 20 minutes to fly from Kuwait to Melbourne.
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You will land at Melbourne Airport (also known as Tullamarine Airport).
Melbourne operates a contactless public transport system known as ‘myki’. This includes trains (Metro and V/Line), buses and trams and you will need to ‘touch-on’ and ‘touch-off’ at every entry and exit point.
Summer in Melbourne is December to February when temperatures are around 30 degrees C. Winter is June to August when it is cold, cloudy and wet. December 2017
Melbourne Town Hall is located in the central business district. It is topped by St. Alfred’s Tower which has a 2.44m diameter clock. The longest of its copper hands measures 1.19m long and weighs 8.85kg.
If you’re not brave enough to try ‘The Edge’, try the Star Observation Wheel. A 30 minute ride gives you 360 degree views from 400 feet high.
Eureka Skydeck 88 offers spectacular views of the city and beyond. Thrill seekers can experience ‘The Edge’, a moving, glass-bottomed cube that hovers over the city from 88 floors up!
For shopping, head to Queen Victoria Market the largest open-air market in the Southern Hemisphere!
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Popular with tourists is the hot air balloon flight at sunrise. A one hour flight not only gives you unforgettable views but includes breakfast too!
Distance Between Kuwait & Melbourne 7812.45 miles/12572.92 km
POPULATION 4,316,000
CURRENCY Australian Dollar December 2017
native language English
The Shrine of Remembrance is a war memorial built to honour the men and women of Victoria who served in World War I. It is one of the largest war memorials in Australia.
For something a bit different, visit Old Melbourne Gaol, the old prison on Russell Street. Some of Australia’s most notorious criminals were housed and executed here. It ceased operating as a prison in 1924 and is now a museum.
You should also pay a visit to St. Patrick’s Cathedral. It is the tallest and largest church in Australia. Building began in 1858 but was not completed until 1939. It is instantly recognizable by its central spire and two flanking towers.
You MUST take a trip to Phillip Island. The Penguin Parade is one of Australia’s most popular attractions. Each night at sunset you can see the world’s smallest penguins returning to shore after a day’s fishing. It’s a magical experience!
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Phillip Island is also famous for its motor racing events and has its own Grand Prix circuit.
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If you time your trip right, you can experience the Melbourne Cup – one of the most famous horse racing events in the world!
You can’t visit Australia without enjoying a BBQ so head to the beach and cook some fish on those coals!
The national flag of Australia is a blue field with the Union Jack in the upper hoist quarter and a large seven-pointed star (the Commonwealth Star) in the lower hoist quarter. Five further white stars make up the ‘fly’ section of the flag.
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ANSWERS:1.Melburnians, 2.Myki, 3.June to August, 4.Phillip Island, 5.St. Patrick’s Cathedral, 6.88, 7.Copper, 8.1924, 9.Australian Dollar, 10.The Shrine of Remembrance
Llamas are herbivorous. Grass is their staple diet.
They are a member of the camel family, although llamas have no hump.
They were first domesticated and used as pack animals around 5,000 years ago by Indians in the Peruvian highlands. 22
Llamas are still used for carrying heavy loads. However, if their load is too heavy they will lie down and spit (and sometimes kick their owner!) until the load is reduced.
They can carry 20%-30% of their body weight.
A male llama is called a sire, a female is called a dam, and a baby llama is called a cria. A group of llamas is known as a herd. December 2017
They are social animals and prefer to live in herds.
Their ears are long and curved inward, like a banana!
They are often mistaken for alpacas. The easiest way to tell them apart is by their ears – alpacas’ ears are much smaller.
Llamas use a variety of different methods to communicate. They use ear, tail and body postures and also have a range of vocal calls including hums and a shrill alarm.
The wool provided by llamas is lightweight, warm and luxurious. The fibres are fireproof making it popular with weavers and spinners.
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They have excellent hearing and eyesight and a keen sense of smell.
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Llamas can be white, brown, grey, beige or black. The pattern of their coat also varies. Some are spotted, some are plain and others have varying patterns.
Unlike most animals that bite when agitated, llamas spit – so be careful if you disturb one!
Llamas, like camels, can survive for many weeks without water because they collect moisture from the food they eat.
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They can grow as much as 6 feet tall!
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Llama manure has almost no odour! In Peru, they burn dried llama poop and use it for fuel.
Predators of llamas are wild dogs and mountain lions.
In some countries, llamas are often used as guard animals to protect sheep and goats from coyotes.
Llamas usually live for around 20 years. They are relatively easy to train and are gentle and shy by nature. For this reason, llamas are becoming increasingly popular as pets.
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ANSWERS: 1.Around 20 years, 2.A dam, 3.By their ears, 4.Wild dogs and mountain lions, 5.False, 6.Spit, 7.Lightweight, warm, luxurious, 8.Sheep and goats, 9.Hum and shrill, 10.It has no odour December 2017
Alessandro Volta Physicist, Chemist, Inventor and Pioneer of Electricity Alessandro Giuseppe Antonio Anastasio Volta was born in Como, Italy in 18 February 1745.
His father died when he was seven years old and he was educated at home by his uncle until the age of twelve.
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He later developed a special talent for languages and learned English, German, French and Latin. In 1774 he became a professor of physics at the Royal School in Como and, a year later, improved the already invented ‘electrophorus’, a device that produced static electricity.
He promoted the electrophorus extensively. So much so, many people mistakenly believe he invented it! December 2017
Volta studied the chemistry of gases from 1776 to 1778 and discovered methane. He found methane at Lake Maggiore and devised experiments using the gas. GREAT MINDS
In 1779 he became a professor of experimental physics at the University of Pavia.
He also studied what is now known as electrical capacitance and developed separate means to study both electrical potential and charge. He discovered that for a given object, potential and charge are proportional. This is called Volta’s Law of Capacitance and resulted in the unit of electrical potential being named the volt. By 1791, Volta was one of Europe’s most recognized electrical scientists and was elected to be a Fellow of the Royal Society of London.
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In 1794 he was awarded the Royal Society’s top prize – the Copley Medal – for his contributions to scientific understanding of electricity.
He married Teresa Peregrini, an aristocratic lady from Como in 1794. They had three sons.
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By 1800, he had developed the ‘voltaic pile’ which produced a steady stream of electricity and went on to announce his invention of the electric battery.
He became an associated member of the Royal Institute of the Netherlands in 1809 and was made a Count by Napoleon Bonaparte in 1810. December 2017
Volta retired in 1819 and continued living in Como, Italy. He died on 5th March 1827, aged 82 years. His remains are buried at his estate, Camnago Volta.
Questions: 1. Besides Italian, what four languages could Volta speak? 2. How old was he when his father died? 3. What is electrophorus? 4. What type of gas did he discover? 5. What prize was he awarded in 1794? 6. Who made him a Count in 1810? 7. What was his estate called in Como? 8. Volta had two sons – true or false? 9. The volt is a unit of what? 10. What did he announce in 1800?
ANSWERS:1.English, French, German and Latin, 2.Four years old, 3.A device that produced static electricity, 4.Methane, 5.Copley Medal, 6.Napoleon Bonaparte, 7.Camnago Volta, 8.False – three, 9.Electrical potential, 10.His invention of the electric battery December 2017
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The jackfruit tree originates from South Asia but thrives anywhere with plenty of warmth and moisture. Jamaica and Brazil also produce large quantities of the fruit.
Apparently, the best jackfruit in the world is the ‘peniwaraka’ (honey jak) that comes from Sri Lanka.
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Jackfruit is the largest tree-borne fruit in the world. Large jackfruits can weigh up to 80 pounds and measure 36 inches long!
As many as 250 fruits can be produced by one tree in a single year.
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Ripe jackfruit is eaten as a fruit. However, unripe jackfruit is often used as a vegetable in curries and stews. When opened, the flesh is very aromatic. Its flavour is often described as a combination of mango, melon, papaya and banana.
When fully ripe, an unopened jackfruit has a strong, unpleasant odour similar to that of rotting onions!
‘Hard’ jackfruits are large with firm flesh. ‘Soft’ jackfruits are smaller with softer/sweeter flesh.
It is often mistaken for the durian fruit because it is similar in shape and size to the other exotic fruit.
The jackfruit tree is often referred to as a ‘wonder tree’ because every part of it is used. The fruits are used for food, the leaves are fed to livestock, the trunk and branches are used to make wood products and the roots are used for medicine. December 2017
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Jackfruit is highly anti-oxidant and contains anti-ageing properties. It’s also high in fibre so helps the digestive system. Because it’s packed full of vitamins, it’s also good for our skin.
The roots from a jackfruit tree are said to aid asthma, diarrhoea and fever.
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Palaces in Bali, Indonesia are made from jackwood. It is highly sought after due to its termite and fungus resistant properties.
One jackfruit can contain between 100 and 500 seeds.
QUESTIONS 1. What does peniwaraka mean? 2. The flavour is often described as a combination of which four fruits? 3. Why is jackwood highly sought after? 4. Which country has named jackfruit its national fruit? 5. Jackfruit is often mistaken for which other fruit? 6. How many fruits are produced by one tree per year? 7. The seeds of a jackfruit are inedible – true or false? 8. Name a common pest of the jackfruit. 9. By what other names are the jackfruit known? 10. Why is it called the wonder tree? December 2017
The seeds of a ripe jackfruit are edible. They are particularly tasty when roasted or boiled in salted water. They are also used to make flour. Jackfruit is susceptible to various pests and diseases, particularly the white fly in California.
Among other names, the jackfruit is also referred to as ‘jaka’ or ‘nangka’.
Bangladesh has named the jackfruit its national fruit.
ANSWERS: 1.Honey jak, 2.Melon, melon, papaya, banana, 3.It has termite and fungus resistant properties, 4.Bangladesh, 5.Durian, 6.250, 7.False, 8.White fly, 9.Jaka and nangka, 10.Because every part of the tree is used December 2017
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Laura Ingalls Is Ruining My Life Timeless: Diego and the Rangers of the Vastlantic by Armand Baltazar
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The world did not end. At least not permanently. The Time Collision came from beyond the stars, a cosmic event that fractured time and space, tearing apart the earth and reshaping it into something entirely new. This is the world Diego Ribera was born into. The past, present, and future coexisting together.with Lady Thorton herself and her daughter, Maggie.
by Shelley Tougas
A life on the prairie is not all it's cracked up to be in this middle-grade novel where one girl’s mom takes her love of the Little House series just a bit too far. Charlotte’s mom has just moved the family across the country to live in Walnut Grove, “childhood home of pioneer author Laura Ingalls Wilder.” Mom’s idea is that the spirit of Laura Ingalls will help her write a bestselling book. But Charlotte knows better: Walnut Grove is just another town where Mom can avoid responsibility. discovers more about her family's history with the help of her mother's magical pashmina.
Race to the Bottom of the Seag
by Sarah Porter
Twelve-year-old Ada is a Chimera, born with human and animal DNA thanks to a genetic experiment gone wrong. Because being a “kime” is believed to be contagious, she has kept her condition—complete with infrared vision—hidden. But a surprise test outs her, and Ada is shipped off to a quarantined school for kimes. There Ada meets kids of many different shapes, stripes, and appendages, such as a girl with dragonfly wings and a seal-boy. As she adjusts to her new life, Ada senses that the facility is keeping a secret that could upend everything the world knows about Chimeras. But will someone put a stop to her efforts to uncover the truth?
The Lost Words
by Lindsay Eagar
When her parents, the great marine scientists Dr. and Dr. Quail, are killed in a tragic accident, eleven-year-old Fidelia Quail is racked by grief — and guilt. It was a submarine of Fidelia’s invention that her parents were in when they died, and it was she who pressed them to stay out longer when the raging Undertow was looming. But Fidelia is forced out of her mourning when she’s kidnapped by Merrick the Monstrous, a pirate whose list of treasons stretches longer than a ribbon eel.
Tentacle and Wing
Ruby and Olivia by Rachel Hawkins Ruby is best friends with Emma, but she and Emma's twin sister Olivia are definitely not friends. Unfortunately, Emma will be away for the summer, while Ruby and Olivia are going to be stuck at a community service day camp for troublemakers--together. December 2017
by Robert Macfarlane, Jackie Morris The Lost Words stands against the disappearance of wild childhood. It is a joyful celebration of the poetry of nature words and the living glory of our distinctive, British countryside. With acrostic spell-poems by peerless wordsmith Robert Macfarlane and hand-painted illustrations by Jackie Morris, this enchanting book captures the irreplaceable magic of language and nature for all ages.
My Lazy Cat
There's No Such Thing as Bad Weather by Linda Åkeson McGurk
Bringing Up Bébé meets Last Child in the Woods in this lively, insightful memoir about a mother who sets out to discover if the nature-centric parenting philosophy of her native Scandinavia holds the key to healthier, happier lives for her American children. When Swedish-born Linda McGurk moved to small-town Indiana with her American husband to start a family, she quickly realized that her outdoorsy ways were not the norm. In Sweden children play outside all year round, regardless of the weather, and letting young babies nap outside in freezing temperatures is not only common—it is a practice recommended by physicians.
by Christine Roussey Meet Boomer, a roly-poly cat. He’s always in a happy mood, and he’s the best friend of one little girl. But boy is Boomer lazy! From morning to night, Boomer can be found lounging around the house, snoring and snoozing. The little girl, on the other hand, is much too busy for a nap. She’s got judo, swimming, yoga, painting, rugby, and biking to do! She does not have a minute to herself, and she can’t be late! But one particularly jampacked morning, Boomer accidentally keeps the girl from getting out the door. Instead of panicking, she decides to take the day at Boomer’s pace for once. They spend the rest of the afternoon exploring the garden, and the girl is reminded how nice it is to slow down and appreciate life’s simple pleasures.
Malala's Magic Pencil by Malala Yousafzai
Nobel Peace Prize winner and New York Times bestselling author Malala Yousafzai's first picture book, inspired by her own childhood. Malala's first picture book will inspire young readers everywhere to find the magic all around them. As a child in Pakistan, Malala made a wish for a magic pencil. She would use it to make everyone happy, to erase the smell of garbage from her city, to sleep an extra hour in the morning. But as she grew older, Malala saw that there were more important things to wish for. She saw a world that needed fixing. And even if she never found a magic pencil, Malala realized that she could still work hard every day to make her wishes come true. December 2017
The Wizards of Once by Cressida Cowell
This is the story of a young boy Wizard and a young girl Warrior who have been taught to hate each other like poison; and the thrilling tale of what happens when their two worlds collide. Perfect for boys and girls who love fantasy adventure ... Once there was Magic, and the Magic lived in the dark forests. Wizard boy, Xar, should have come in to his magic by now, but he hasn't, so he wants to find a witch and steal its magic for himself. But if he's got any chance of finding one, he will have to travel into the forbidden Badwoods.
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Whooping Cough Whooping cough (pertussis) is an infection of the respiratory system caused by the bacterium Bordetella pertussis. It mainly affects babies younger than 6 months old who aren't yet protected by immunizations, and kids 11 to 18 years old whose immunity has started to fade.
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Whooping cough causes severe coughing spells, which can sometimes end in a "whooping" sound when the child breathes in.
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After about 1 to 2 weeks, the dry, irritating cough evolves into coughing spells. During a coughing spell, which can last for more than a minute, a child may turn red or purple. At the end of a spell, the child may make the characteristic whooping sound when breathing in or may vomit. Between spells, the child usually feels well.
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Contagiousness Pertussis is highly contagious. The bacteria spread from person to person through tiny drops of fluid from an infected person's nose or mouth. These may become airborne when the person sneezes, coughs, or laughs. Others then can become infected by inhaling the drops or getting the drops on their hands and then touching their mouths or noses. Infected people are most contagious during the earliest stages of the illness for up to about 2 weeks after the cough begins. Antibiotics shorten the period of contagiousness to 5 days following the start of antibiotic treatment.
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Prevention Whooping cough can be prevented with the pertussis vaccine. An adult's immunity to whooping cough lessens over time, so getting vaccinated and protecting yourself against the infection also helps protect your infant or child from getting it. eople who live with or come into close contact with someone who has pertussis should receive antibiotics to prevent the spread of the disease, even if they've already been vaccinated against it. Young kids who have not received all five doses of the vaccine may need a booster dose if exposed to an infected family member. December 2017
When to see the Doctor Visit the doctor if you think that your child has whooping cough or has been exposed to someone with whooping cough, even if your child has already had all scheduled pertussis immunizations.
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Solar System QuizQuiz Solar System line the fromfact theto fact the object the solar system. DrawDraw a lineafrom thetoobject in theinsolar system. 1. The brightest object in
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Parts of a Seed EPICOTYL the part of the stem that will eventually turn into the leaves of the plant.
HYPOCOTYL the stem of the seedling.
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a source of stored food, consisting primarily of starches.
the root of the seedling, it emerges first from the seed.
SEED COAT a protective layer around the seed.
HILUM the mark left on the seed where the seed was attached to the plant.
COTYLEDON the “seed leaf” that stores food and protein.
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Add the pictures and write the answer. Then color the pictures.
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COLOR THE WORLD! Norway, Oslo
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Norwegian Fjords Glaciers carved their way through bedrock leaving steep cliffs, a narrow passage and deep waters. Norway fjords are known for their beauty and wealth of fish. The biggest one, called Sognefjord, stretches 127 miles inland. Many of the fjords also have coral reefs, diverse underwater habitats. June 2017 2017 December
Can you spot the 5 differences between these two pictures?
Help the shepherd find his way from one end of the maze to the other. But watch out for the lions!
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Subject: Themes - Christmas Sheet: Story pictures
Look at the picture below and write a creative story to go along with it. Don't forget to think of a title!
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SANTA CLAUS IS COMING TO TOWN!
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Directions: Read each sentence. Determine whether the sentence is a statement or question. Write the proper punctuation mark at the end of each sentence.
, What most likely happened next?
Rob loves his dog Dougie very much. Every morning he fills up his food bowl. Then he gives him a bath. In the afternoon, he takes Dougie for a walk in the park. Dougie is a very happy and well-loved dog! 48
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What is the main idea?
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Can you find and mark ten errors in the paragraph? You might look for errors of capitalization, punctuation, spelling, or grammar.
Christmas Christmas is a winter holiday celebrated allover the world. Different countrys and cultures have diffrent traditions that have developed over the years. People often give gifts sing song’s, feast with family and freinds, or go to worship services. Christmas is also a time four helping others in need. Do you celebrate christmas or an other December holiday.
Christmas is a winter holiday celebrated all over the world. Different countries and cultures have different traditions that have developed over the years. People often give gifts, sing songs, feast with family and friends, or go to worship services. Christmas is also a time for helping others in need. Do you celebrate Christmas or another December holiday? December 2017
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Name: ____________________________
Probability 1. What is the probability of the spinner landing on a 3?
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3. What is the probability of the spinner landing on a 2?
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6. What is the probability of the spinner landing on orange?
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7. What is the probability of the spinner landing on a primary color? _______________
8. Mike said, "You have a fifty-fifty chance of spinning red." Explain what he means. __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________
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Parts of a Fish Label the parts of the fish using the word bank to help you.
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Did You Know? • Fish are cold-blooded like reptiles and amphibians. • All species of fish are vertebrates, which means they have a backbone. • Fish use their fins to propel them through the water. • Most fish breathe through gills, however some types have lungs and breathe air.
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Christmas Word Search
Look for each of the Christmas themed words from the word bank at the bottom of the page.
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Categorizing One word in each group does not belong. Can you determine which word that is?
1. Which word DOES NOT belong? a. Mother b. Uncle c. Sister d. Grandma
6. Which word DOES NOT belong? a. Slide b. Pool c. Swing d. Teeter totter
2. Which word DOES NOT belong? a. Father b. Uncle c. Grandma d. Brother
7. Which word DOES NOT belong? a. Sand b. Waves c. Water d. Dirt
3. Which word DOES NOT belong? a. Aunt b. Uncle c. Cousin d. Parent
8. Which word DOES NOT belong? a. Sleep b. Pillow c. Bed d. Dinner
4. Which word DOES NOT belong? a. TV b. Movie c. Radio d. DVD
9. Which word DOES NOT belong? a. Turkey b. Ham c. Chicken d. Potato
5. Which word DOES NOT belong? a. Girl b. Boy c. King d. Prince
10. Which word DOES NOT belong? a. Salad b. Cake c. Cookie d. Pie
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JUMANJI: WELCOME TO THE JUNGLE
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In the brand new adventure Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle, the tables are turned as four teenagers in detention are sucked into the world of Jumanji. When they discover an old video game console with a game they’ve never heard of, they are immediately thrust into the game’s jungle setting, into the bodies of their avatars, played by Dwayne Johnson, Jack Black, Kevin Hart, and Karen Gillan. What they discover is that you don’t just play Jumanji –Jumanji plays you. They’ll have to go on the most dangerous adventure of their lives, or they’ll be stuck in the game forever….
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FERDINAND FERDINAND tells the story of a giant bull with a big heart. After being mistaken for a dangerous beast, he is captured and torn from his home. Determined to return to his family, he rallies a misfit team on the ultimate adventure. Set in Spain, Ferdinand proves you can’t judge a bull by its cover.
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HEDGEHOGS A mischievous hedgehog named Bobby leaves his wilderness home and joins Hubert, a featherbrained pigeon, on a wild, unpredictable journey. They make their way to the big city, where stressed-out humans are losing their minds. Bobby and Hubert must calm the nervous citizens by being their cute, cuddly selves.
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BUT versus THOUGH
BUT and THOUGH are conjunctions, words that connect two different ideas. "But" is used to introduce an idea that adds something to a previous idea and is different in some way. It's a more negative word and means something is more of a barrier than if you use “though.” "But" is generally in the center of a sentence, though it is often used to start one, which is incorrect. "But" is never used at the end of a sentence. It's always between the two ideas.
"Though" also connects two different ideas, to compare them, but it's a more up and happy word. Though is more positive. It's also a more formal word. “Though” makes you feel something is a challenge. “But” means something is more of a barrier "Though" can begin, end or be the middle of a sentence. When you put it at the end of the statement, both ideas need to be their own sentence
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I like vegetables. But I don't like carrots. (incorrect, but often done.)
--Though I don't like carrots, I do like vegetables. I like vegetables, though I don't like carrots. I like vegetables. I don't like carrots, though.
Take this “though” statement and turn it into a “but” sentence. The computer is still on sale. I can't afford it, though. Take this “but” sentence and turn it into three “though” statements, using “though” at the front, the middle and the end.
I like haunted houses, but I am afraid of zombies. (Though at the beginning)__________________________________________________ (Though in the middle)____________________________________________________ (Though at the end)_______________________________________________________ December 2017
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Homescapes Toon Blast Enter the crazy cartoon world starring Cooper Cat, Wally Wolf, Bruno Bear and enjoy loads of whacky and challenging levels! Blast cubes and create powerful combos to pass levels. Solve puzzles to help the Toon gang as they travel around magical worlds!
Welcome to Homescapes! Help Austin the butler bring warmth and comfort back to his wonderful family's mansion. Come on in—adventures await you from the moment you walk in the door!
Bowmasters A brand new version of the world-famous multiplayer game with bowmen — a hotsytotsy aim and shoot game Bowmasters has in store for you:
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Explode, destroy, fire, shoot, freeze, send the power of the Gods and don't even think about stopping! You now have a virtually limitless arsenal: rockets, grenades, automatic rifles, torture instruments… and even a NUCLEAR BOMB!
Modern Combat Versus
Drop into fun, action-packed gameplay that defines a new era of mobile shooter games. Choose your Agent, master your role, and dominate the battlefield with your team. From skilled attackers to supportive defenders and covert assassins, there’s an Agent for every playstyle.
Fieldrunners
The invasion begins! Pint sized soldiers are storming your country - do you have what it takes to defeat them? Customize your strategic defenses using a wide selection of powerful weapons. Control the battlefield with a vast array of tactics against countless waves of unique land and air invaders! Countless hours of entertainment and replayable challenges! Enjoy a growing experience through DLC maps!
Sunday Lawn
The grass is growing rampant in the neighborhood, and there's only one man to call! Ladies and gentlemen - Meet CHARLIE and his souped-up mower. Join him in his Sunday work to clean up the neighborhood yard by yard, but watch out for POOPY DOGS, ANGRY HEDGEHOGS and other dangers. November 2017
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