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Kids Korner Comp
Winners! The announcement has been made. Follow the map to find out who the winners of the Kids Komp are. You will learn an amazing trick along the way.
• kids komp
• children's competition
• art
• title
• name
The Mystery of the Missing Turkey
Who stole the Thanksgiving turkey? Write a short mystery in 500 words or less and post it to "Turkey Mysteries".
• turkey
• mystery
• missing
• thief
• clues
Amateur Astronomy Reduces Stress!
Too much to do, not enough time? Sounds like stress! Let the night sky and your imagination soar to a place where stress can't reach.
• amateur astronomy reduces stress
• space
• imagination
• stargaze
• night sky
Let's Find the Constellation Cassiopeia
We begin our search for constellations with Cassiopeia. According to Greek mythology, Cassiopeia is the Queen of Ethiopia sitting on a throne in the sky. To modern eyes, this consellation looks like the letter "W". Whatever it looks like, we intend to find Cassiopeia!
• constellations
• cassiopeia
• easily recognizable shape
• “w”
• “m”
A few Halloween sites
A variety of websites for children that will allow them to have some spooky Halloween fun.
• halloween
• kids korner
• suite101
• websites for kids
• halloween websites
A Series of Unfortunate Events
A look into the disastrous world of the Baudelaire orphans in Lemony Snicket's "A Series of Unfortunate Events".
• lemony
• snicket
• series
• unfortunate
• events
Advent Calender Craft
This year Advent begins on November 28. You can make your own Advent calendar craft by following the simple instructions.
• suite 101
• kid's krafts
• kid's crafts
• kid's korner
• kid's corner
Chasing Butterflies
My dog Meeko is a source of delight to me and my family. One of the funniest things on earth, is to watch Meeko chasing butterflies.
• canada for kids
• canada
• dogs
• butterflies
• family fun
Competitions Win/Win!
Running a competition can be a valuable marketing tool. Let's see how it works at the Suite.
• marketing
• competitions
• paintings
• rpizes
• learning online
Have a Happy (and Healthy) Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving can be a healthy holiday (and still happy). Read this article for some tips on how to avoid over-doing it this year.
• thanksgiving
• kids health
• healthy
• happy
• holiday
Jack-O-Lanterns
Jack-O-Lanterns were first used in Ireland where a folktale tells how it all began. Read about the first Jack-O-Lantern and make a simple Jack-O-Lantern craft.
• jack-o-lanterns
• kid's korner
• peggy hoehne
• suite 101
• crafts
Leaf Stained Glass Sun Catcher
Why do leaves change color in the fall? Find out what makes them turn the bright colors we see every year. Then make a Leaf pattern "Stained Glass" Sun Catcher.
• leaves
• trees
• chlorophyll
• pigment
• yellow
Motherhood Knows No Boundaries
Just as humans nuture and care for their children, dolphin mothers have been known to give their lives for their young.
• pods
• herds
• nurse maid
• dominant
• motherhood
Snowman Necklace or Ornament
Learn about the abominable snowman or yeti and the legends about him in the Himalayas. Make a snowman you can use as a necklace or as an ornament for the tree.
• suite 101
• kid's korner
• kid's corner
• kid's kraft plus
• kid's craft
Tech Drawing 4 Kids
Tech Drawing is a lot of fun! We use mathematics and perspective so that we know how to draw up pictures. Then we turn them into pictures that are utterly cool.
• technical drawing
• perspective
• elipse
• geometry
• art
The Missing Turkey Mystery
Who stole the Thanksgiving turkey? Write a short mystery in 500 words or less and post it to "Turkey Mysteries."
• turkey
• mystery
• kids
• korner
• mysteries
W.I.T.C.H. The Disappearance
A discussion of <i>W.I.T.C.H. The Disappearance</i>, the second book in the W.I.T.C.H. series.
• witch
• will
• irma
• taranee
• cornelia
Autistic Children and the Holidays
All children who have autistic traits challenge the people around them every day of the year. When the holidays come around, it is more of a challenge. They are over stimulated easily. Their emotions overwhelm them. Here are some tips that will help.
• kids korner
• canada for kids
• canada
• kids
• autistic spectrum disorder
Canadian Women at War
When WWI broke out, thousands of Canadian men enlisted to fight for their country. What part did Canadian women have in the war effort? You might be surprised.
• wwi
• canada
• canada for kids
• kids korner
• canadian
Dolphin Feature: Indo-Pacific Humpback Dolphin
In the waters of the Indian Ocean and the Western Pacific Ocean there is a unique species of dolphin who is near extinction...The Indo-Pacific Humpback Dolphin.
• indo-pacific humpback dolphin
• sousa chinensis
• chinese white dolphin
• chinese/asian pink dolphin
• humpback dolphin
Eerie Night Skies
The night sky can sometimes look very eerie. Join me as we explore the strange skies of the aurora.
• aurora
• northern lights
• aurora borealis
• aurora australis
• southern lights
Eye Travel
Now, 'flat' is not the only word you can associate with flatfishes. Did you know they were not born flat? Now you do.
• flatfish
• halibut
• plaice
• turbot
• marine
Farming and the Nile River
When is a flood a good thing? When it's the Nile River!
• ancient egypt for kids
• ancient egypt
• jodee redmond
• nile
• farm
Fast Facts About Snowflakes
What was the largest snowflake ever recorded? Is snow always white? What city is the Snow Capital of the United States? Learn the answers to all of these questions and then do a Snow Crystal Art Project. It's lots of fun.
• science for kids
• science
• kids
• snow science
• snow
Friend or Foe: Dolphin Aggression
With numerous reports of "dolphin attacks", people have begun to question the tranquility of dolphins. Information is the best weapon against prejudice.
• interaction
• instinct
• aggression
• dolphins
• kids korner
Get Ready to Find Constellations
Finding constellations is fun! At least once a month, I will help you locate a constellation. Before we can begin, here are some tips to help you get off to a good start.
• constellation
• night skies
• moon
• sun
• compass
Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince
The title of book six in the Harry Potter series has been announced. What does <i>Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince</i> hold in store?
• harry potter
• jk rowlings
• great books for kids
• books
• kids
Ice Cream in your Pillow Case
Everyone loves ice cream! There are so many flavors and toppings available, but here is your chance to make your own unique flavor of ice cream, frozen yogurt, sherbet, or sorbet. Find these common house hold items, and get ready for adventures in ice cream!
• easy
• flavor
• fun
• ice cream
• kids
Kids and Stress: My Story
Did you know that kids with Asperger's Syndrome suffer from overwhelming emotions and stress? Here, Brandon M. tells the story of how stress affects his life.
• canada for kids
• stress
• aspergers syndrome
• pdd
• autism
Lazy Summer Sites
Too hot to play outside? Here are some great sites to visit while you are stuck indoors. Be sure to check them all out for great learning fun.
• summer
• kids
• websites
• kids korner
• websites for kids
Let's Learn About Measurements
Have you ever came across measurements or terms in a recipe that you didn't understand? This article lists many measurement and their equal, plus a glossary of terms that are not common today.
• kids in the kitchen
• kids korner
• kids cooking
• measurements
• cooking measurements
Let's Make a Dump Cake
Want to make a quick and simple cake? Just ask Mom to pick up a can of your favorite pie filling, a yellow cake mix and in a couple of hours you'll enjoy a slice of delicious cake that you have prepared yourself.
• kids in the kitchen
• kids korner
• dump cake
• cake
• baking
Lunar Eclipse
What is a lunar eclipse and how can I see one? Read this article to find the answers. Find out why it's a great time to look at the sky!
• lunar eclipse
• lunar
• eclipse
• moon
• earth
Mrs. Claus' Secret Hot Chocolate Recipes
Hi kids! I'm Mrs. Claus and I've stopped by Kids' Korner to share some of my secret hot chocolate recipes with you. These are Santa's favorites.
• hot chocolate
• kids in the kitchen
• santas favorite hot chocolate
• coconut hot chocolate
• mrs claus recipes
Mystic Medicine
Traditional medicine has a new partner, "alternative" medical practices. Dolphin Assisted Therapy, known as DAT, has given new hope to patients who felt that they would have to accept their conditions as part of their lives.
• alternative medicine
• autism
• depression
• lymphoma
• cancer
Reindeer Food Recipe For Reindeer and Kids
Do you leave a treat for Santa's reindeer on Christmas Eve? I do. I have always left carrots for Santa to take to his reindeer when he returns to the sleigh. Maybe the reindeer would like something different to eat this year. A great recipe for reindeer food.
• reindeer food
• reindeer
• santas reindeer
• dasher
• dancer
Snowflake Reading
Do you find snow fascinating? These books show and tell all kinds of intriguing facts about snowflakes, as well as one about a man who dedicated his life to the study of ice crystals.
• great books for kids
• snowflakes
• all about snowflakes
• kids korner
• mary alward
The Animals' First Christmas
It was a beautiful night in the forest. A white blanket of fresh snow sparkled in the moonlight. A full moon smiled down from its lofty perch in the night sky. But there was something <b>very</b> special about this night. What could it be?
• great books for kids
• reading
• books
• christmas story
• animals first christmas
The beginning of Ancient Egypt
This article explains and describes how the rule of the Pharoahs and the beginning of the Ancient Egyptian civilisation came about, in a way that would be understandable to (older) children.
• ancient
• egypt
• civilisation
• nile
• palestine
The Christmas Story
And an angel appeared to Mary, telling her she would have a son that would be conceived by God and His name would be Jesus.
• christmas
• kids korner
• christmas story
• the christmas story
• great books for kids
The Magical Charm of Harry Potter
The Magical Charm of Harry Potter:
This article discusses the exciting aspects of the Harry Potter phenomenon. The official Harry Potter website is reviewed and the Editor of the Kids Korner Mystery Book Group, Jillian Louise Gregory, is introduced.
• magic
• harry potter
• story line
• character development
• mysteries
The True Meaning of Christmas
It is Chrismas. Misty the Cocker Spaniel puppy feels neglected. No one has time to play with her. The family are busy and all they ever talk about is Christmas. Misty wonders, "What is the true meaning of Christmas?" Will she find out?
• history for kids
• history
• kids
• kids korner
• mary alward
The True Meaning of Christmas: Part Two
It is Chrismas. Misty the Cocker Spaniel puppy feels neglected. No one has time to play with her. The family are busy and all they ever talk about is Christmas. Misty wonders, "What is Christmas?" Will she find out?
• history for kids
• history
• kids
• kids korner
• mary alward
Time Warp Trio
This series of books by author, Jon Scieszka is wild, wacky and hilarious. Go along with Joe, Fred and Sam on these zany adventures. Visit the Stone-Age, Camelot, the Old West and take a trip on the high seas with Blackbeard. Terrific series for kids 7 to 11.
• great books for kids
• time warp trio
• wild books
• funny books
• mary alward
Water Dance
Dolphins express their emotions, and feelings, with a language not yet completely understood by humans.
• body langauage
• dance
• interactions
• pods
• locations
Good, But Not Plenty - Endangered Dolphins
Currently, there are (at least) 14 species of dolphins that are on the endangered species list...two on the brink of extinction. What are the causes? Who is doing something about it?
• bycatch
• endangered
• extinct
• habitat
• environment