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PUZZLE TIME
CRYPTIC PUZZLE NO. 10085
ACROSS
1. Giving the accountant hush money (4). 7. Coagulate, then melt, for the table (9). 8. Bang, you say, goes your cover (4). 9. Name the bird has! (4). 10. Taking it in myself for the child (4). 11. The artist goes to her party (4). 14. Its piercing bark is what this creature is known for (10). 16. Rock music! (6-4). 19. Stops tips (4). 22. Trickle, you notice, gently (4). 24. With a bad back, survive (4). 25. He has the racket and ball (4). 26. Old essays about disasters (9). 27. Go for an injection (4).
DOWN
1. Intimidated by the fi gure outstanding (5). 2. Excitement about a slight rise (5). 3. Gambling house it’s a sin to go into (6). 4. Strike for beer (6). 5. A seat for civil servants? (4). 6. With the coat, the agitator is helped on (9). 12. Catches what’s said down below one? (9). 13. Awakened disheartened and afraid (4). 15. Imprison a number at a time (4). 17. Changes ends round about half time (6). 18. He’s upset the clergyman, I see (6). 20. Cry, “No,” aloud (5). 21. A shocking drink? (5). 23. The attendant, in the book (4).
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PUZZLE NO. 85 SUDOKU
Puzzle answers on page 43
QUICK PUZZLE NO. 10085
ACROSS
1. Agreement (4) 7. Magnifi cence (9) 8. Den (4) 9. Drift (4) 10. Musical instrument (4) 11. Row (4) 14. Fruit (10) 16. Eye-opener (10) 19. Consumes (4) 22. Dish (4) 24. Secret writing (4) 25. Story (4) 26. Constable (9) 27. Sharp (4)
DOWN
1. Steer (5) 2. Main (5) 3. Season (6) 4. German (6) 5. Superstar (4) 6. Razor (3-6) 12. Beginning (9) 13. Bolt (4) 15. Sea Eagle (4) 17. Bowman (6) 18. Nationality (6) 20. Diminish (5) 21. Country (5) 23. Lament (4)
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Iconic Christmas characters quiz
Do you think you know everything there is to know about world-famous Christmas characters? Test your knowledge with this quiz!
MULTIPLE CHOICE
1. Which of these names doesn’t belong to one of
Santa’s reindeer? a) Lightning b) Comet c) Blitzen 2. What’s the name of the fairy in The Nutcracker, a famous ballet performed during the holidays? a) The Toffee Fairy b) The Sugar Plum Fairy c) The Caramel Fairy 3. What does St. Nicholas’ assistant, the bogeyman, do? a) He carries the heaviest gifts b) He punishes children who’ve been bad c) He memorises the names of all the children 4. Scrooge, the main character in A Christmas
Carol has inspired movies, plays and more.
What’s his biggest fl aw? a) He’s greedy b) He’s lazy c) He’s messy
WHO AM I?
5. I’m the fastest reindeer. 6. I hate Christmas and will do anything to ruin it. 7. I come to life when I wear a magic top hat. 8. We help Santa make toys in the
North Pole.
MIX AND MATCH
9. Below are some words that mean “Santa.”
Can you match the word with its language? A. Babbo Natale a) Maori B. Santa no ojisan b) Finnish C. Joulupukki c) Italian D. Hana Ko¯ko¯ d) Japanese E. Pai Natal e) Portuguese 10. Can you match each of these characters with the movie they star in? A. Kevin McCallister a) The Polar Express B. Billy b) The Star C. Scott Calvin c) National Lampoon’s
D. Clark Griswold Christmas Vacation
E. Bo d) Home Alone e) Santa Claus
10. A-d), B-a), C-e), D-c), E-b) 9. A-c), B-d), C-b), D-a), E-e) 8. The elves 7. Frosty the Snowman 6. The Grinch 5. Dasher 4. a) 3. b) 2. b) 1. a)
ANSWERS
Tis e season
Rockabye Early Learning Centre, in Highland Park takes the care and education of young children seriously. Today, CARYN MAWKES give some great tips to keep children occupied in the lead-up to Christmas.
Christmas is undoubtedly one of the most exciting times of the year, especially for children. It’s a time for sharing, giving, gathering with family and friends. Make it a handmade affair and here are some suggestions to get you started.
CHRISTMAS CRAFTS
Make decorating the Christmas tree a family affair by encouraging children to create their own decorations. Here are some childfriendly decorations ideas. • Handmade Christmas wrapping paper using your child’s art work. • Use cut out shapes of your hands to form a shape of a wreath or
Christmas tree. • Create your own snow globe using an old jar and a special family photo.
GIVING
This time of year is a perfect time to teach children about the spirit of giving. Whether it’s thanking the postman, baking for a neighbour or giving in some way, it’s the little warm fuzzies that mean a lot. • Create your own calendar with personalised photos • Homemade Christmas decorations • Cookie mixture in a jar (this is all the ingredients and a recipe in one)
BAKING
Everybody enjoys receiving yummy Christmas treats. Here are some fail-proof and easy recipe ideas. • Make salt dough decorations for the Christmas tree • Christmas short bread • Bliss balls • Strawberry santas
CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS STORIES
We all know how much children love listening to stories and what better time to treat your child to a new Christmas story. After collecting a new book each year, it won’t be long before you have your own library of Christmas books. • Slinky Malinkii – Christmas
Cracker • A Pukeko in a Ponga Tree • A Kiwi Jingle Bells • All I Want for Christmas is My
Two Front Teeth
We hope your holiday season is fun and festive and your house will be fi lled with many exciting, new home made Christmas treasures.
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Highwic Christmas Shop will be open early December and is the perfect place for Christmas shopping. The shop is brimming with a beautiful selection of handpicked decorations, unique gifts and a variety of stocking fillers for all ages. Why not do your Christmas shopping in this charming historic house? Check our Facebook page Highwic1862 for opening days and hours. Summer Holiday Activity – Throughout December and January come and participate in a Flower Fairy Trail throughout the gorgeous gardens full of colourful flowers. Gold coin donation to join in, there is also a prize for one lucky participant. Highwic, 40 Gillies Ave, Newmarket highwic@heritage.org.nz Ph 09 524 5729 www.highwic.co.nz
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