OWL September 2022

Hey Readers, I hope you had a great summer! What are you looking forward to this school year? Joining a new club? Learning a new subject? Making a new friend? Unfortunately, not all kids have these things to look forward to. For some, accessing an education means a lot of struggle or even learning in secret. In this issue, we’re including two stories from the new book Secret Schools on page 12. To continue the learning, we’ve got the scoop on how the internet came to be—and you might be shocked to read about just how far back the timelime goes! Download all the facts on page 24. We’ve got all this plus comics, quizzes, and more in this issue, so get reading now! Editor, OWL editor@owlkids.com…

Ask and You Shall Receive! Okay, that may not be true for all things, unless it’s raining burgers right now? But it is exactly what happened when OWL reader Ivy asked if we could interview a vet in an upcoming issue. Veterinarian Kathleen Mickie saw the request in the March 2022 issue and asked to share her experience. Thanks for the suggestion, Ivy! We couldn’t have made it happen without you. Speaking of Pets… OWL reader Mackenzie shared this photo of her with pet hamster Coco. Adorable! Is there something you’d like to see in an upcoming issue? Email us at: owl@owlkids.com Your wish may just come true!…

Dear OWL, My favourite food is spaghetti and meatballs. My favourite book series is The Land of Stories and A Tale of Magic by Chris Colfer. I have a cat named Ginger. —Arianna Dear Arianna, I could totally go for some spaghetti and meatballs right now! Nice choice. It sounds like you’re into the fantasy book genre! It’s a blast being able to escape into a book, isn’t it? Keep on reading! —Melissa, editor Dear OWL, I love purple. I also love bunnies. When I grow up I want to be an NBA player. —Jordan Dear Jordan, Thanks for helping us to get to know you better! Basketball is such an amazing sport. Those athletes have so much power in their strength and speed—just like you, I bet! Keep following…

BECOME ONE WITH NATURE TAKE A WALK Sometimes you walk to school … and sometimes you walk on it! A school in Denmark that’s set to open this fall is designed to blend in with the surrounding landscape. It even has a massive greenery-covered roof that connects to the ground—meaning people can take a walk along the top of the school! Called the New School, the building will also have classrooms with both indoor and outdoor space so students can enjoy nature as they learn. School’s out … and in! OLD MACDONALD NEVER HAD ONE OF THESE… RIDE-ON ROBOT Is this robot the GOAT? We can’t say for sure. But it is designed to look like a goat, if that counts! Earlier this year, a Japanese company unveiled the RHX…

MOVIES Pinocchio Pinocchio is back in a live-action format! Follow along as the wooden puppet embarks on an adventure to become a real boy. Will he be able to handle the challenges he faces along the way? Find out when this film streams on Disney+ September 8! GAMES Mario Strikers: Battle League Calling all sports fans! Ready to play soccer as your favourite Mario Bros. characters? This game introduces new twists while staying true to the beloved OG Mario soccer game. Available for the Nintendo Switch now. APPS Top Picks Make and learn with these apps. Path of Giants Guide three giants through each level to climb a mountain and discover a hidden treasure at the top. Puzzword Exercise your brain by guessing each word in this puzzle! Heads up:…

Going to school is something many people take for granted. But imagine having to learn in secret. For some, this is a reality. Read on for two inspiring stories that highlight the determination to learn. These stories are a reminder of just how important and amazing it is to have access to education. School really is cool! FABRIC OF SOCIETY Wearing their blue burqas and carrying bags in hand, women entered the Golden Needle Sewing School in Herat, Afghanistan. Once inside, the women pushed aside the scissors and cloth at the tops of their bags and pulled out the paper and pens hidden at the bottom. Rather than learning about measuring and cutting, they learned about literature that had been banned. Instead of sharing patterns and fabric, they shared their…