Kids in Masks

 

Kids in Masks - Who Are You?

Here's a little Poem about Wearing a Mask and being YOU.

While wearing masks in public spaces, 

It's hard to see our smiling faces.

So if we do this little task

You will know who's in the mask!

ACTIVITY:

1. Using the whole paper, draw your face.

2. Think of words that describe you. You can also think of sentences and things you like.

3. Write those under your face, like in the illustration.

4. Fold the bottom of the paper up to just under the eyes in your drawing.

5. On THAT side, draw a mask, like in this illustration.  Design your mask any way you want.

Now you can see the REAL you and YOU in a mask.

Learn how to Juggle

HOW do they do that??      Watch here!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TStg-ezWM3M

 

1. 1. Before you start, choose a ball or object that is right with you.
2. Tossing. Take one ball or one object in one hand and toss it in the air to the other hand. Try tossing your ball or object in different types of arks, some higher than others. Try tossing your ball or object in your dominant hand and then toss your ball or object in your non-dominant hand.  
3. Now, try tossing two balls or objects simultaneously. Start by step 2, but this time, toss the second ball or object in the air with your other hand. If you are struggling, try tossing your balls or objects higher to get a bigger ark.  
4. Step 3 was the exchange. Now let’s put 3 balls or objects in the air to really start juggling. It is same concept as the previous steps, but this time you toss 3 balls or objects in the air. One hand starts with 2 balls or objects in it, while the other hand only has 1 ball or object. The hand that has the 2 balls or objects in it, starts tossing one ball or object first. Instead of catching the second ball or object toss the third ball or object in the air. Continue tossing all the balls or objects in the air by switching hands and balls/objects,  
5. Practice, practice, practice.  

Here is another video to help you...  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QxzSHRbLAx4 

This takes a LOT of practice, so be PATIENT with yourself!

Have fun, and remember NOT to try this near a lamp to anything else that is breakable. Give yourself plenty of space!

Thanks, Dr. Lauren Holzberg

Making Donuts at Home 

The daughter and niece of one of my former students show how to make donuts at home. THANKS, Tim!

If you liked the story video from yesterday, (7/24/2020) Arnie the Donut, then this is the PERFECT opportunity for YOU to make donuts.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nl1es30t8tY&feature=youtu.be&fbclid=IwAR0eYuCr0iwZxrY5XbUTuR6MqVQ7ygsc_8bGpV9A5Ne23HfyNoHxFeQA5ms

ACTIVITY: Making Donuts:

You need:

        ADULT help.  

        A Fryer

Ingredients

• 1 1/4 cups (176g) all-purpose flour(scoop and level to measure)
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup (120 ml) buttermilk*
• 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
• 3 Tbsp (42g) melted butter
• 3 - 4 cups vegetable oil, for frying
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1. Preheat oil in a deep saute pan or pot over medium heat.
2. Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder and salt.
3. In a separate bowl or measuring cup, whisk together buttermilk and melted butter.
4. Add the dry ingredients to the wet and stir until just combined.
5. Gently roll dough into 1/2 tbsp size balls.
6. Carefully place dough balls into the preheated oil (frying about half of them at a time) and fry until golden brown on both sides.
7. Use a spider to transfer to paper towels, then let drain and roll in sugar.

If you’d like to cover the donuts in classic vanilla glaze* then you could mix (and spoon over):

• 3/4 cup powdered sugar
• 1 1/2 Tbsp milk
• 1/2 tsp vanilla

*For chocolate glaze just add 2 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder to the mixture above.

Arnie the Doughnut

Arnie the Doughnut

 by Laurie Keller

read by Chris O'Dowd

Love donuts (also spelled DOUGHNUTS)??? 

What is your favorite kind? Do you like sprinkles, frosting, cake, or friend?

Here's a funny story you will enjoy!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6E67n1vZZjQ

Watch for the next post:

HOW TO MAKE DOUGHNUTS!

Rhinoceros Adventure at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park

 Rhinoceros Adventure at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park (USA)

Thanks to the San Diego Zoo Safari Park, you can see MANY animal videos. 

Did you know that a baby rhinoceros is called a 'calf'? 

There are many videos of animals at the park, but to see the RHINOCEROS ones, go here:  https://www.sdzsafaripark.org/videos. 

Then choose: 

Amani and her new calf and then Rhino Amani Calf, and then Edward Meets Future.   

Click the other videos to see more animals.

It almost looks like the rhinos are dancing...   

ACTIVITY: Thanks to the San Diego Zoo Safari Park, we can see Edward and Amani dancing... 

Make up your own animal dance. Will you be an elephant swinging a long trunk? Or a waddling penguin?  

Make a video of your dance and try to teach your friends and family! Don't forget to pick some great music, too!

Reminders for Children 

Thanks to Titletown Learning Community

How I Became a Pirate

by Melinda Long, Illustrated by David Shannon

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y4m_BW5yddU

Yo ho ho... What's it like to be a pirate??? Watch this read along video to find out...

ACTIVITY:  What would be YOUR favorite part about becoming a pirate? Would you like to wear a head scarf? Find buried treasure? 

Use the picture below to help you fill YOUR treasure chest. What would you hope to find?

When you have finished your picture, put it in a safe place. 

Check tomorrow's posting on: 

How to Create a Treasure Map

How to Make a Treasure Map

Make a Treasure Map

Arrrrggghhh Matey! Yesterday you became a PIRATE! Today you need to make a treasure ma that will give clues for someone (your friends or family) to find your treasure!

Here are 3 different levels of videos to help you earn how to draw your own treasure map. You need to think about where you want to hide the treasure chest you made yesterday (see Posting 7/22/2020).

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d0rkIXWPH7s - Making a Treasure Map

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4BYAamFpisc. - ART LESSON - TREASURE MAPS!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UwLNo0XrsSo   - How to Draw a Treasure Map Step by Step Easy for Beginners/Kids Simple Maps Drawing 

You can stain your paper (with coffee or tea) and wrinkle it up to make it look and feel old. 

SHARE with your friends and family and don't give away where the treasure is hidden. Mae them really look for it!

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The Elves and the Shoemaker 

Written by Jim Lamarche, based on the fairy tale by the Brothers Grimm. Read by Chrissy Metz

Shared through Storyline Online

https://www.storylineonline.net/books/the-elves-and-the-shoemaker/

ACTIVITY:  What would be the BEST thing the elves could do for YOU while you were sleeping?

Would it be doing your homework? Cleaning your room? or something else?

Draw or paint a few pictures of what YOU would hope to find in the morning. Then write a story to go with your pictures.

Share your story with your family and friends. Ask THEM the same question and listen to THEIR stories!

Parrot song and craft

Parrot Time

Here's a video of a catchy tune about a Parrot...  Play and sing along. The words are on the screen.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c0RN7s0HpWk

Sing and Dance... Invite your family and friends to sing and dance with you!

Then make a Parrot of your own. 

You need:  Colored paper (or you can use pages from magazines or pages from the newspaper with color, or even old gift wrapping paper. ANYTHING that has bright colors would work out great! Glue or glue stick or a stapler. 

Crayons, paints, or markers.

TRACE your hand on the paper.  Cut out 6  copies of you hand in different colors. 

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Then put them together like in the photo. Make a head with a beak and glue everything together.  Give your parrot a name and then sing the song again!

Easy Finger Puppets

What's your favorite animal or book character? 

You can make a simple puppet of it by following these directions.

You need:

A drawing or print out of your animal or character.  You can find thousands of images by searching in your browser and looking for images. Clip art images are even more simple designs. Here are some I used when I looked for Rhinoceros.

Be sure your print or drawing is bigger than your hand.

Color or draw, paint, or print your picture.

Carefully, cut around the edge of your picture.

Near the feet (or where you imagine the feet to be, make 2 dots that are slightly larger than your fingers.

(See Photo)

You can put clear tape on the back before you cut the dots out, to make the paper stronger. 

Cut out the circles carefully. 

Now make your puppet walk or dance by putting your fingers through the holes. 

Clean up the paper scraps and Put on your play!

Can you retell a story using your puppets? Share with your friends and families. Maybe someone will make a video for you!

Share your idea with someone else and make more puppets. 

Don't forget to share this web site with other friends and family members. There are so many ideas for you to enjoy. THANKS.

Party Piñata

Make a Party Piñata. 

This has been tough being away from friends and parties. So make your OWN party!

Thanks to The Children's Museum of Indianapolis 

you have directions to make a Piñata from simple materials you might have at home (toilet paper rolls).

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Uw9XoNd-iU

ACTIVITY:  You need: Glue or Glue stick, tissue paper, string, and toilet paper rolls. And some candies or coins, or cut our paper for prizes.

POEMS  ABOUT  FRIENDSHIP

A Friend Is A Treasure  Poet Unknown

A friend is someone we turn to
when our spirits need a lift.
A friend is someone we treasure,
for our friendship is a gift.
A friend is someone who fills our lives,
with beauty, joy and grace.
                                                                    And make the world we live in,
                                                                    a better and happier place.

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Forever Friends  By Amber S. Pence

The friendship we have is so rare to find.
We hate to see each other in a bind.
We have made each other laugh so hard we’ve cried.
We feel each other’s pain if we are hurt inside.
We always can find the right words to say
To help us get through any dreadful day.
We have told our darkest secrets with feeling no shame,
We will tell each other the truth, even if we are to blame.
Thinking of you not being here makes me feel so sad.
We will have to look back on our crazy memories to make us glad.
The miles between us can’t keep us apart,
Because we will keep each other close at heart.

The Best of Friends By: Š Jill Wolf

The best of friends,
Can change a frown,
Into a smile,
when you feel down.
The best of friends,
Will understand,
Your little trials,
And lend a hand.
The best of friends,
Will always share,
Your secret dreams,
Because they care.
The best of friends,
Worth more than gold,
Give all the love,
A heart can hold. 

When you and I Grow Up   by Kate Greenaway

When you and I

Grow up-Polly-

I mean that you and me,

Shall go sailing in a big ship

Right over all the sea.

We'll wait till we are older,

For if we went today,

You know that we might lose ourselves

And never find the way.

ACTIVITY: What do you like about your friends? 

Make a list of words that describe your friends. What activities do you do together? What makes them good friends? Are YOU a good friend to them?

Try to put your ideas together and write a poem about them. 

Maybe draw or paint a picture of you together. 

Don't forget to share! 

LOOK for more activities about friends in this BLOG.

FRIENDSHIP BRACELETS

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YujvDp5BJ78

HERE are some links with videos to help you make FRIENDSHIP bracelets to share with your family and friends. 

Some are very easy and others include more complicated patterns.

Use the photos to guide you.

You can use ribbon, too. 

https://theneonteaparty.com/friendship-bracelets/?fbclid=IwAR2k-zpPeyH5hmh5kDIDj1uVaQ9oMYlnDHG8XMuwZZBkbpdyEwM6pKba1bU

https://craftjam.co/blog/how-to-make-friendship-bracelets

Have fun and CELEBRATE your friendships!

A Sick Day for Amos McGee - Read Aloud Video

A Sick Day for Amos McGee - Read Aloud Video

Amos doesn't feel well. His friends try to help him feel better. One of his friends is a rhinoceros!

ACTIVITY:

What do your family members do for one another when someone is not feeling well?

Make a list of what helps YOU feel better. Then decide if those things would help Amos.

If you know someone who is not feeling well, you could make a card to help cheer her or him up.

REMEMBER:

This is a time to be VERY careful with germs. 

If you sneeze or cough, turn your head away from other people. 

Cover your mouth (with a tissue, if possible). Then throw the tissue in the trash.

WASH YOUR HANDS OFTEN.

 Be safe - no one likes to need a sick day! Not even Amos!

Clark the Shark

Clark the Shark  -  

Read Aloud from Storylineonline

WAIT... DON'T GO INTO THE WATER... until you read and watch the read aloud video about Clark!

https://www.storylineonline.net/books/clark-the-shark/?fbclid=IwAR1-_hbKOmUKEUmvFuqrMct9kiu1_Pc1sZdtL5rLJ_6jWKJ2sYrEWUkQpYk

Lady Bugs

What Does a Ladybug Symbolize? Some people say that a lady bug represents Lady Luck. If a lady bug lands on you, make a wish and help it fly away!   

Here is a short show with information about about lady bugs:

https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/animals/invertebrates/insects/ladybug/

As the insect leads a vibrant and colorful life, it influences you to experience the joys of living to the fullest.

ACTIVITY:  Make your own good luck Ladybug. Read the information above and then try to draw your own lady bug. The picture shows easy steps.

More ladybug activities will be posted soon!

Collage from Leaves and Seeds

Collage from Leaves and Seeds 

Now that everyone is back outside, there are many nature crafts you can make. 

ACTIVITY: While walking outdoors, pick up some leaves, seeds, pinecones, branches, berries, and acorns, or anything else from nature. Maybe you will be lucky enough to even find a feather!

Put these in a bag to take home.

You will need: Glue, paste, or a glue stick. (You can use a glue guy with adult supervision). 

Use your imagination about things in nature. Then try to create it using the materials you found outside. 

Can you make a tree, for instance? or a bird? or even a rhinoceros?

Here are some nature creations other people have made. Can you name each one?

What will YOU make?

TIP:  Move your pieces around on the paper BEFORE YOU ARE FINISHED. Only use the adhesive when you know where you want each piece to be.

Hold a family art show!