Jabberblabber June 2018 by Greg Gardner

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VOLUME 18, ISSUE 4 June 2018

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Happy June Everyone!

Welcome to our first FIND IT issue, where finding the differences in two images is the theme of the month! Jabberblabber's "FIND IT" feature has been the most popular feature in Jabberblabber Family Magazine for years, and is made possible by our good friends at Pancho's. So what are you waiting for? Get yourself some Pancho's Cheese Dip and your favorite chips, grab a pen, pencil or crayon and get to searching and finding!

While you're having fun playing, keep in mind this Jabberblabber is FREE thanks to the nice folks who advertise and sponsor games and puzzles throughout. They are local organizations who share our mission of "feeding the minds and spirits of children everywhere with educational fun". Please consider calling and paying them a visit next time you need the services that they offer!

Inspiring Children & Families to Respect the Earth & ALL of its Creatures

Happy June and remember to Be Green Like Me every day!

Peace and love, Jabberblabber

Editor's note: For over 8 years, "Be My Pen Pal" has been a popular and regular feature in Jabberblabber Magazine. Children from all over the Mid-South write letters to Jabberblabber on a regular basis. Our purpose is to improve letter-writing skills as well as promote the use of language, sentence structure, penmanship and postal practices of the US Mail. The format we provide begins with "Dear Jabberblabber" and ends with "Sincerely" with space in between for children to write a letter. Children also send letters written on their own paper. When Jabberblabber receives mail, he reads each one aloud to his team. Then, they handwrite letters back to each child and include a nice shiny sticker! Here are just a few of the many letters he receives on a daily basis:

Dear Jabberblabber, "My favorite flower is..." the Sunflower. I like the way it faces the sun in the morning and turns completely around to watch it set in the west. "This is what my family planted this spring..." I helped my dad plant ivy so there would be green around our house all year, even in winter. Just like Jabberblabber is green all year. Sincerely, Heather Keefe, age 9, Memphis TN Dear Jabberblabber, "Here are some ways that I conserve water..." Turn off the water when we brush our teeth. Sincerely, Londyn Jae and Lindsey Rae Mitchell, ages 4 and 3 (with Mom's help!), Memphis TN

Dear Jabberblabber, March 15 was my birthday! I actually got this paper and pencil for it! Now I'm 9 years old. I'm in New Orleans right now. It is so much fun! I'm going to the French Quarter! The house I am staying in is beautiful! It has a saxophone on the wall! I hope you enjoyed learning about my trip and my birthday! Peace and Love, Mary Thomas Futrell, age 9, Memphis TN

Dear Jabberblabber, Certainly whatever climate change and global warming means, we've got a big issue here. Right now, this civilization or this period that we're in is probably going to need the resources of our planet, perhaps the resources from the asteroids, perhaps there will be some on the moon, perhaps some on Mars that we can utilize for our own uses here. People should stop littering. Sincerely, Parker Howry, age 9, Collierville TN

Jabberblabber needs a magnifying glass for all the FINTDIT puzzles! There’s one somewhere in this magazine. See if you can help him find it!

pg 4 pg 5 pg 7 pg 8 pg 12 pg 15 pg 16 pg 19 pg 20 pg 21 pg 22 pg 22 pg 23

Edible Art Coloring Contest Dental Puzzle PARENTS PAGES! News Channel 3 Weather Calendar Golf Puzzle Find It by Panchos GRANDPARENTS PAGE! JabberGenius TEACHERS PAGE Jabberblabber Spotted U! Answers Activity

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Editor: Theresa Andreuccetti

Art Director: Nikki Schroeder

Contributing Writers: Gerard J. Billmeier, Jr., M.D. & Uele Siebert Sponsorship Sales: Theresa Andreuccetti and Samantha Dunn Volunteers: Angela Andreuccetti and Donna Gafford Jabberblabber Contributing Artist: Beverly Love

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The First Fatherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day

On June 19, 1910, a Father's Day celebration was held at the YMCA in Spokane, Washington by Sonora Smart Dodd. Her father, the civil war veteran William Jackson Smart, was a single parent who raised his six children there. After hearing a sermon about Mother's Day in 1909 at Central Methodist Episcopal Church, she told her pastor that fathers should have a similar holiday to honor them. In 1966, President Lyndon B. Johnson issued the first presidential proclamation honoring fathers, designating the third Sunday in June as Father's Day. Six years later, the day was made a permanent national holiday when President Richard Nixon signed it into law in 1972.

UCOLORIT CONTEST June 2018

SEND in your masterpiece for the UCOLORIT random drawing!

Name ______________________ Address ____________________

City _______________________ State__________Zip__________ Age________

Complete the form and mail to: Jabberblabber 415 South Front, #114 Memphis, TN 38103 Make sure to follow all directions! The winner will receive a Jabberblabber bookmark, folder and sticker. The winner will be announced in September 2018!

Congratulations to the March winner: Sanui Bhandari, Memphis, TN, age 9!

FUN WAYS FOR KIDS TO SAVE ENERGY This month's topic

Let's face it: Lecturing kids about the importance of saving energy is typically not enough to change their behavior. Kids learn better when they are having fun, so why not incorporate some playful activities into your lessons about saving energy? With a little creativity and imagination, you can show them that it is possible to have fun and save energy at the same time. Here a few ideas we found:

I Spy: Energy Wasters

Adapting the children's game "I Spy" into a game about saving energy educates your child about the importance of saving energy while having fun. Instead of spying things that are a certain shape or color like you do in the traditional "I Spy" game, the players seek out things in the room that are wasting energy. This includes any electrical items that are turned on but not being used or anything that is unnecessarily plugged in. Once everything is spotted in that room, move to another room and repeat the process. For older children, it may be even more fun to add some sort of scoring or point system to turn the game into a competition of who can spot the most energy-wasters.

Planned Power Outage

Although many adults complain when the power goes out, it can actually seem like quite an adventure to a child. In addition, not having the use of electricity allows kids to see that it is possible to have fun without all the TVs, video games and computers they think they can't live without. Pretending you have a power outage can be challenging and fun. Playing board games by candlelight, reading with a flashlight or having the opportunity to just sit and talk in the quiet of the house is not only fun, but a delightful learning experience for children of all ages.

The Jar Game

Instead of using a "swear jar" to try to prevent accidental cursing, why not use the same concept to prevent accidentally wasting energy? For example, every time someone in the family forgets to turn something off when he is done using it, the other family members try to catch him and make him put a certain amount of money into the jar. Kids of all ages will love catching their parents making a mistake like this, and if this activity is done in a playful way (and not as a punishment) it can be a fun learning experience for both kids and parents alike. An added bonus of this activity is you can take all of the money collected in the jar and use it for a family reward. Use your BE GREEN LIKE ME CLUB membership card as a reference...there are 10 ways to BE GREEN printed on the back to get you started. (see pg.18 to join the club!) Have fun and happy saving!

Parents and Kids

DR. B

JUNE TOPIC:

SUMMER CAMP TIPS By Gerard J. Billmeier, Jr., M.D.

No, it is not too early to think about signing your child up for summer camp. In fact, many camps have already begun registering kids for both Day Camps and Sleepover Camps this summer. So here are a few tips on things to consider when choosing a camp experience for your child.

Type of Camp

When choosing a camp, decide whether you want a Day Camp experience with your child returning home each day after camp, or a Resident Camp (sometimes referred to as Sleepover Camp) experience.

Do you want a traditional camp or does your child require a specialty camp for special needs children? Special needs include camps for diabetic children, camps for physically or mentally challenged kids, grief camps, etc

Consider size of camp enrollment, locale, whether your child’s friends are attending the same camp if that seems important, and session length – first time campers may deserve a shorter session than the experienced campers. Ask about the ratio of campers to staff. A low camper to staff ratio is often the ideal situation.

Medical and Health Considerations

Plan ahead for any special dietary needs your child may require at camp as well as notifying the camp later regarding any food allergies. Make sure the camp being considered has nursing and/or medical staff available for emergencies. Inquire about the camp safety record.

Schedule camp physical exam and immunization update well in advance of the camp session.

Costs

Camp fees vary considerably. The American Camping Association (ACA) reports that the average fee for Day Camp is $45.00/day whereas the Resident Camp fee runs on average $85.00/day.

Many churches and synagogues sponsor their own camps and can be even more economical.

Financial aid is available from some camps.

Additional Thoughts

The camping experience should be a joint venture between you and your child. Explore your child’s feelings about going to camp as well as her interests while at camp – swimming, horseback riding, dance, sailing, hiking, etc. Choose a camp with a wide variety of choices for the camper.

Assure the first-time camper that he will not be outof-touch with family while away, and communication lines will be open within the rules of the camp. Verify accreditation of the camp(s) being looked at through ACA publications.

Be optimistic that you are helping build new skill sets for your child through the camping experience. Most camps foster development of independence and an inclusive atmosphere, all of which can prove to be character-building for the young camper.

Sources: American Academy of Pediatrics American Camping Association

Parents

See if you can find the 8 differences in the two photos ABOVE. Time Yourself...how fast can you find them?

See if you can find the 9 differences in the two photos ABOVE. Time Yourself...how fast can you find them?

See if you can find the 8 differences in the two photos.