Tabla de contenidos para May 2024 en Chickadee

What do stuffies, baby animals, and cartoon characters have in common? Many people find these things cute! But what makes something cute, anyway? Flip to page 8 for some cool science facts behind all things adorable! Next, keep on riding the cute train all the way to your sock drawer and make stuffies out of your single socks. (We know you have them!) Then find a nature area to spot backyard birds! Finally, hop on over to a hilarious story about super sporty pickles. Have fun!…

What Is Cuteness? What do you think of when you read the word “cute”? Maybe fluffy chicks, round baby cheeks, or kitten paws come to mind. Often, these cuties are soft, cuddly, and squeezable. Simply put, “cute” is something adorable that brings us joy. However, when it comes to cute, there’s more than meets the eye! Baby Love In the animal kingdom, if an animal cannot survive right away on its own, chances are it’s extra cute! Cuteness makes older animals want to protect and watch over their young. Humans are no different. Many people are drawn to babies’ big eyes, little mouths, and squishy limbs. It can remind humans that their little ones need lots of care. You’re On Your Own, Kid! Some animals can survive on their own…

You’ll need: • cream cheese• rice cake, toast, or waffle• fruit slices• berries 1 Spread cream cheese on the rice cake, toast, or waffle. 2 Place fruit slices and berries on top of the cream cheese in the shape of a star or a flower. 3 Surprise someone special to show how much you care! Super Smoothie Blend berries with ice and a spoonful of honey to make a yummy drink. Mother’s Day is on May 12! Make the day even more special with these tips: Tidy up the kitchen after you’re done. Give your caregiver some quiet time and read a book. Make a card and include a drawing or poem. Just Joking :) What did the baby beluga say? Iwhalealwaysloveyou!…

“We always dill-iver strikes!” cheered the Big Dills as they won the quarter-finals of the Fifth Annual Pickle Bowling Championship. “High-fives for everyone!” The Big Dills were made up of the incredible Pickle siblings—Rickle, Mickle, and Vickle Pickle. Ever since Rick, Mick, and Vic joined the Fermented Five-Pin Bowling League in Brineville five years ago, they had been unbeatable. Team Sassparagus had lost every tournament, the Fun Guys had dropped out during last year’s championships, and the Bell Peppers of the Ball didn’t hit a single bowling jar in this year’s quarter-finals. But the Big Dills were at the top of their game. As the Big Dills signed autographs for their gardens of fans, a seasoned reporter from the local news station, SALT News 13, interviewed them. “What’s the secret…

You’ll need: • soft sock• stuffing• felt or fabric scraps• and/or string• scissors• or a needle and thread• permanent marker (optional) National Pet Week is May 5 to 11. Design your stuffie to look like a pet! What’s your new pet’s name? What to do: 1 Fill the foot of the sock with stuffing. 2 Cut off the leg of the sock and glue or sew the stuffed part closed. 3 Cut felt or fabric scraps to make legs, ears, and other decorations. Glue them on. 4 Add buttons for eyes and a felt mouth. Or use a permanent marker to draw on a face. 5 Let the glue dry before snuggling with your new friend! Parents: Share with us! mailto:chickadee@owlkids.com https://www.facebook.com/owlkids https://twitter.com/owlkids?lang=en https://www.instagram.com/owlkidspublishing/?hl=en See page 31. STEP-BY-STEP VIDEO www.owlkids.com/chickadee/video/26/super-stuffy!…

Why do dogs pant so much? James Dogs can’t sweat like humans do. Instead, they pant when their bodies get too warm. Panting lets them breathe in cool air quickly, which helps cool them down. It usually happens after they’ve gone for a long walk or have been in the sun for too long. But dogs may also pant when they’re excited, like right before they eat a tasty treat or play catch! How do people predict the weather? Paige The people whose job it is to predict the weather are called meteorologists. They look for patterns in weather conditions like temperature, rain, and wind. With the help of high-tech tools like computers, satellites, radar, and even special balloons, meteorologists make predictions about the weather for up to 14 days…

Address page 31. Picture Puzzler What does this say? Bullseye! A shark fin! Just Joking Who is an herb garden’s favourite singer? Leo  Elvis Parsley! Knock Knock Knock, knock. Who’s there? Mikey. Mikey who? Mikey isn’t working. Can you let me in? Just Joking What do you call a mushroom on his wedding day? Evelyn A mush-groom! Tongue Twister SAY THIS 10 TIMES FAST: Six smelly skunks! Mush’s Corner What do you see? Do Mish and Mash know the answer? Draw Stuff Decorate this pair of wings. Just Joking What is a fruit’s favourite animal? Sarah A fla-mango! Just Joking! What month is the shortest? May—it has only three letters!…

How to Join the Super Squad Go to www.owlkids.com/contests to fill out the application form. Write a letter telling us about yourself and why you’d like to be on the Super Squad and upload a photo of yourself. Or mail the form below with your letter to the address on page 31. From your friends at Chickadee magazine … A big thanks to our 2023–24 Super Squad for all your help this past year! Deadline for applications is July 31, 2024. Super Squad members must be between 5 and 10 years old. Super Squad members will start receiving emails in the fall. We can’t wait to meet you!…