Sommaire pour April 2023 de OWL

Hey Readers, Another Earth Day is upon us (April 22), and we’re turning all shades of green this month (in a positive, Earth-loving kind of way)! If you’re looking to do the same, dig into Maker Space on page 24! It’s all about making your own compost bin. Did you know composting is a great way to reduce waste in landfills? Plus, the nutrients in compost are great for growing plants! Next, spend a day with a research diver and find out about the important work he does on page 12. And of course, we can’t forget about April Fool’s Day! Uncover who the master of high jinks is in the Spruce Street Squad on page 10. Then spot the differences in a wacky backyard scene on page 16! Finally,…

What comes to mind when you picture a horseshoe? We’re guessing a U-shaped piece of metal. But an American shoe artist is trying to change this image by making sneakers for horses! Marcus Floyd creates functional horseshoes by taking apart human sneakers and reconstructing them for horse feet. But the custom sneakers aren’t cheap. While a portion goes to charity, each horseshoe costs about US$1,200. That said, we’re betting they’d make a serious fashion statement at the stable.…

Great Gifts! These readers made DIY holiday presents as seen in the December issue! Want to see yourself in OWL? Email us at: owl@owlkids.com Mail Bag Dear OWL, Hi! I love OWL so much! I have all my issues collected. I love reading books. When I’m older, I want to be a professional dancer. My favourite colour is orange and my favourite animal is coral. —Linnaea Dear Linnaea, Thank you! We love you and all our readers, too. I really enjoy watching dancers in musicals and on TV. They have so much strength and coordination! What type of dance are you interested in? Write back and let us know, okay? Bye for now! —Melissa, editor Dear OWL, I am an animal lover! I have a hamster and a cat. That…

Beware the Burmese Pythons: And Other Invasive Animal Species By Etta Kaner, illustrated by Phil Nicholls From Burmese pythons to tiny cactus moths, this book is full of information about invasive species. Read about animals’ features and habitats, and learn why they’re considered invasive. Then learn what can be done to reverse the damage. READER REVIEW Jack Nura and the Immortal Palace By M.T. Khan The magical setting and the friendships between characters was exciting. I was mad that Nura had to work in a mine instead of going to school. I learned that in some countries, kids work to help their families survive. Want more picks and reviews? Go to: connected.com…

2023 CHALLENGE: SCIENCE EXPERIMENTS! 8 Prizes to Be WON 2 GRAND-PRIZE winners will receive: • Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Lite• An Owlkids prize pack 6 RUNNERS-UP will receive: • Hydraulic Cyborg Hand Building Kit• An Owlkids prize pack CONTEST IS OPEN TO CANADIAN RESIDENTS, EXCLUDING RESIDENTS OF QUEBEC. ENTRANTS MUST BE BETWEEN THE AGES OF 5 AND 17 AS OF THE DEADLINE. QUEBEC RESIDENTS PLEASE VISIT LESDEBROUILLARDS.COM/ODYSSEE. WINNERS WILL BE CHOSEN BY RANDOM DRAW. FULL CONTEST RULES AND REGULATIONS CAN BE SEEN AT OWLKIDS.COM/SCIENCEFUN. This contest is organized by Chickadee and OWL magazines with the financial assistance of: Between May 6 and May 21, join your family or friends to do science experiments for your chance to WIN great prizes! If you do an experiment with a friend or sibling,…

It’s art for the animals. Last fall, British artist Es Devlin created a huge sculpture for a London art gallery to draw attention to local endangered species. Made up of over 240 sketches of birds, bugs, and reptiles, the sculpture was on display in a garden outside the gallery for a couple of months. During the day, sound recordings of some of the creatures played. At night, the art piece lit up. Devlin created the artwork as a reminder that we are connected to all species on the planet. One happy family!…

Hi! My name is “Jaahljuu” Graham Richard. I’m a descendant of Kyaanuusalii Codfish People, a Haida family of Kayxal the Raven matrilineages. I’m a science diver, and my job is to gather information that can protect ecosystems. Follow along as my team and I look for the many beautiful animals that live in the chilly waters surrounding Haida Gwaii. ON OUR WAY Waves knock our dive boat around. We start the morning with a race across the sea from Giilii GawGa (SalmonTrap Bay, or Heater Harbour). Two scuba divers and I have travelled to the southern islands of Haida Gwaii to do some spring research. Today we’re swimming to the bottom of the sea to check on the k’yuu (Haida for clam) population! K’yuu are an important part of the…

WHAT ARE SPICES? Spices come from the seeds, fruit, and the bark of plants. Though “spicy” food is hot in flavour, most spices are not hot. Instead, they are aromatics—they bring scent and taste to food! Sometimes many spices are mixed together to make a special blend. WHAT ABOUT HERBS? Herbs are plant leaves. Though they aren’t technically spices, they are sometimes included in spice blends when the leaves are dried. I’M A SPICE BLEND! TANDOORI ORIGIN: INDIA Full of cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, and cayenne pepper, this pungent blend is famous for its deep red colour. I’m used in: tandoori chicken! Salt is not a spice. It is a mineral, like a kind of crystal or rock! CINNA-COMMON? OR CINNA-RARE? Cinnamon is the dried inner bark of Cinnamomum trees. Most…

Take this quiz to find out! 1 Your ultimate dream job is: a) an explorer b) an engineer c) a pilot 2 You would rather: a) walk on clouds b) fly a rocket ship c) be a superhero 3 How would you spend a weekend? a) reading in a treehouse b) going on a picnic c) going to a movie 4 How would you describe yourself? a) brave b) funny c) creative 5 You would rather live in: a) a faraway castle b) a cutting-edge space pod c) a mystical forest 6 Pick a season: a) fall b) summer c) winter 7 You never leave home without: a) a camera b) a water bottle c) a notebook PERSONALITY QUIZ, IF YOU PICKED … Mostly As: Exploding Volcano Like a volcano waiting to erupt,…

What would you do with magic powers? I’d go back in time and fix mistakes that I’ve made. Which animal would you be for a day? An eagle, because I want to fly high in the sky! What makes you feel brave? Rappelling off a rock-climbing wall. What is the best birthday present you’ve received? I went to Disney World for my seventh birthday. What is something new you’d like to try? Skydiving. Who’s your favourite musician? Taylor Swift, because she writes amazing lyrics. What’s your favourite meal? Ramen! Do you have a prized possession? My stuffy, Pickle! What would you write a book about? I would take a photo with my friends each day for 100 days and call the book 100 perfect pictures.…