Hey readers,
Watch Chirp editor Jackie and reader Matheus find out which objects will sink and which objects will float!
If you try this experiment this summer, let me know in the comments below.
Have fun!
-Jenna, chirpblog@owlkids.com
What’s the coolest thing you’ve learned from reading Chickadee?
Doing the science experiments.
What’s your favourite summer activity?
Swimming.
When did you start reading Chickadee?
When i was 7.
What book are you reading right now?
Dotty Detective.
If you could have any superpower, what would it be?
Healing powers.
Thanks for sharing, Esther Hadassa! Having healing powers would be pretty neat, and we like trying Dr. Zed’s experiments in Chickadee, too!
Have a great day,
-Jenna, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hi readers,
Chickadee reader Ali, 8, sent us this colourful drawing. Check it out!
Thanks for sharing this with us, Ali! We love all the colours you used!
Readers, would you like to see your art on the Chickadee blog? Send it to chickadeeblog@owlkids.com.
Have a fun weekend!
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hi readers,
Chirp reader Jackson sent us this awesome drawing. Check it out!
Great job, Jackson! We love your creativity!
Readers, would you like to see your art on the Chirp blog? Send it to chirpblog@owlkids.com.
Have a great weekend!
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers!
Check out this fun colouring page of Chirp bird watching!
Click on the image above to print this colouring page. For more FREE colouring sheets, click here!
Readers, do you love splashing in puddles? Let me know in the comments!
-Jenna, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
The Chirp and Chickadee teams would like to wish everyone a happy Canada Day!
Did you know Canada is over 153 years old, but Indigenous peoples have lived on these lands for thousands of years? As we celebrate Canada’s birthday, it’s also important we celebrate Indigenous peoples who have helped shape the country we call home.
Happy Canada Day, everyone!
-Jenna, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
Celebrate Meteor Watch Day by gazing at the night sky!
If you catch a glimpse of a shooting star, did you know that it’s actually a meteor entering Earth’s atmosphere? Despite its name, falling stars aren’t stars at all!
Happy stargazing,
-Jenna, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
It’s Tongue Twister Tuesday! Can you say these five times fast?
Do you have any favourite tongue twisters? Let us know in the comments!
Talk to you later,
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
What’s the coolest thing you’ve learned from reading Chickadee?
About different animals.
What’s your favourite summer activity?
Water balloons.
When did you start reading Chickadee?
A long time ago, my mother would read it to my older sister and I would listen.
What book are you reading right now?
Nancy Clancy.
If you could have any superpower, what would it be?
Being able to fly.
Thanks for sharing, Avigail! Being able to fly would be very cool, and we love learning about animals, too!
Have a great day,
-Jenna, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
Celebrate Camera Day by going on a photo scavenger hunt! See if you can snap pictures of the following in your neighbourhood:
If you take any cool photos, we’d love to see them! Send them to chirpblog@owlkids.com.
Have a great day,
-Jenna, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
Check out this adorable video of two unlikely friends!
Enjoy!
-Jenna, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
If you love bubbles and rainbow colours, check out the below Chirp Science Corner video!
Watch editor Jackie and reader Maya learn how to make a bunch of bubbles using a sock and some soap.
Have fun!
-Jenna, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hi readers,
Chirp reader Ariya, 2.5, sent us this picture of Chirp, all coloured in. Check it out!
Great job, Ariya! We love all the colours you used!
Readers, would you like to see your art on the Chirp blog? Send it to chirpblog@owlkids.com.
Have a fun weekend!
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hi readers,
Chickadee reader Kate, 7, sent us these colourful drawings. Check it out!
Thanks for sharing these with us, Kate! We love your creativity!
Readers, would you like to see your art on the Chickadee blog? Send it to chickadeeblog@owlkids.com.
Have a great weekend!
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hi readers,
Summer is here! Here are a few activities you can do with your family!
Hot Potato, Wet Potato!
1) Soak a sponge in water. Pretend the sponge is the “potato”.
2) Have everyone sit in a circle.
3) Ask a parent to play some music. As the music plays, pass the potato around the circle.
4) When the music stops, the player holding the potato is out. The last player holding the sponge when the music stops wins!
Or you can try these:
Let us know what your favourite acitivity is in the comments. Have fun!
Talk to you later,
– Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hi readers,
Here are some funny knock-knock jokes to share with your friends and family!
Knock, knock
Who’s there?
Spell.
Spell who?
W-H-O!
Knock, knock.
Who’s there?
Mustache.
Mustache who?
Mustache you a question, but I’ll shave it for later!
Knock knock
Who’s there?
Cash.
Cash who?
No thanks, but I’d love some peanuts!
Knock, knock
Who’s there?
Ya.
Ya who?
No thanks, I use Google!
What are some of your favourite knock-knock jokes? Let me know in the comments below!
Talk to you later,
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers!
Did you know you can download free colouring sheets from issues of Chirp on the Owlkids website?
Click on the image above to colour Chirp jumping in a lake or click here to get more FREE colouring sheets!
Enjoy!
-Jenna, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
Celebrate Camping Month by making some delicious s’mores! You don’t need a campfire to make this classic recipe. Find out how below!
*Always ask an adult for help in the kitchen.
You’ll need:
What to do:
If you try making these indoor s’mores, let me know in the comments below.
Enjoy!
-Jenna, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
Get ready for another Would You Rather Wednesday! Check out the scenarios below and decide which one you would rather do.
Would you rather:
Let me know your answers in the comments below!
Have a great day,
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
Kick off your summer with a fun and easy craft!
You’ll need:
What to do:
Have fun!
Jenna, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
It’s Tongue Twister Tuesday! Can you say these five times fast?
Do you have any favourite tongue twisters? Let us know in the comments!
Talk to you later,
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
What’s the coolest thing you’ve learned from reading Chickadee?
The coolest thing I learned from Chickadee was that peanut butter can be turned into diamonds.
What’s your favourite summer activity?
My favorite summer activity is skateboarding.
When did you start reading Chickadee?
I started reading Chickadee when I was about 4 years old.
What book are you reading right now?
Right now I’m reading Hunting for Hidden Gold from the Hardy Boys series by Franklin W. Dixon.
If you could have any superpower, what would it be?
My superpower would be the ability to fly.
Thanks for sharing, Elijah! We’re glad you liked that fact from Chickadee‘s “Fun Food Facts” feature, and being able to fly would be very cool!
Have a great day,
-Jenna, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
Get your summer started by reading Slumpy Sloth Saves the Game by Kristen Calis. Press play below to listen to this story!
Slumpy Sloth Saves the Game by Kristen Calis (read by author), Chirp magazine Summer 2020.
Enjoy!
-Jenna, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hi Readers,
In the Summer issue of Chirp, we showed you to make a mini basketball game. Follow the instructions below to make your own mini catapult craft, too, and use it to launch cotton balls or pompoms into the net!
It’s a slam dunk!
— Jackie
Hi readers,
Chickadee reader Olivia, 8, sent us this fun drawing. Check it out!
Thanks for sharing this with us, Olivia! We love your creativity!
Readers, would you like to see your art on the Chickadee blog? Send it to chickadeeblog@owlkids.com.
Have an amazing weekend!
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
Cool down this weekend by making a tasty and healthy treat!
You can find the recipe here as well.
You’ll need:
What to do:
Enjoy!
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hi readers,
Chirp reader Rory, 5, sent us this awesome artwork. Check it out!
Great job, Rory! We love all the amazing colours you used!
Readers, would you like to see your art on the Chirp blog? Send it to chirpblog@owlkids.com.
Have a great weekend!
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hi Readers,
The Summer issue of Chirp is here and it’s going to get you up and moving! Learn facts about the world’s most popular sport, measure your heartbeat, make a mini basketball game, and more!
Happy reading and happy moving!
— Jackie
Hey readers,
Mr. Orlando the Moose and Gary the Unicorn are CBC Kids hosts of The Story Store, and they’re back for a second season! New episodes feature story orders from real kids and they’re turned into hilarious, fun-filled audio adventures for kids, parents, and anyone who loves stories. With lots of songs and laughs, you’re not going to want to miss an episode!
Starting June 18, you can catch new episodes of The Story Store every Thursday on CBC Listen and everywhere podcasts are available. Click HERE to listen!
*Readers, if you’d like to request a story, submit your order at 1.888.413.2781 (toll-free in North America) or email your audio request to thestorystore@cbc.ca.
We asked Mr. Orlando the Moose and Gary the Unicorn to finished some fun sentences for us. Check out their answers below!
Meet Mr. Orlando the Moose!
My hidden talent is turning number 2 pencils into number 1 pencils—all it takes is a couple words of encouragement and they are on their way!
My favourite way to eat eggs is professionally, while wearing a tie.
My perfect summer day includes SPF! That stands for Sun Play Free. You can find me reading inside the Story Store, sun-free, while everyone else is outside.
If I had a time machine, I’d travel to the year 1600 so I could talk some sense into that Shakespeare fellow! “To be or not to be, that is the question.” Well, what’s the answer then, fancy pants?
What I love most about being a store manager is being the captain of the good-books ship. I’m always finding amazing new stories to read to our very wonderful customers on the podcast! Plus, the title looks great on a resume.
Meet Gary the Unicorn!
My all-time favourite ice cream flavour is SPRINKLE ALL CANDY CHOCO-LOCO MOCHA COOKIE SPAGHETTI SURPRISE! … that’s a flavour, right?
The best part about being a unicorn is the amount of hugs my arms have in ’em! It’s an endless supply!
What no one knows about my pet rock Algernon is that she sits on command!
The dinosaur I relate to most is Centrosaurus for sure-sies. They have a uni-horn, just like me!
What I love most about being assistant manager is lining up all the great story orders that come in from our listeners and huggin’ ’em one at a time!
Thanks, Mr. Orlando the Moose and Gary the Unicorn! That ice cream flavour sounds pretty tasty, and we might try wearing a tie the next time we eat eggs! We also can’t wait to listen to new episodes of The Story Store.
Catch you later!
-Jenna, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
This summer will definitely be different, but that doesn’t mean you can’t have fun. In this issue, we give you 35 ideas to keep you busy. Also, get a recipe for watermelon pizza, make your shoes into one-of-a-kind art, and turn your cucumbers into pickles with Dr. Zed!
Don’t forget to ask your parents to send us photos of what you’re doing all summer. We’d love to see how you are doing!
Talk to you later, friends!
-Mandy, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hi Everyone!
You can learn all about CHEETAHS in the Summer issue of Chirp magazine. Cheetah’s are the fastest land animal! Check out this amazing video of a super speedy cheetah in action.
See you later!
Jackie
Hey readers,
Get ready for another Would You Rather Wednesday! Check out the scenarios below and decide which one you would rather do.
Would you rather:
Let me know your answers in the comments below!
Have a great day,
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
It’s Tongue Twister Tuesday! Can you say these five times fast?
Do you have any favourite tongue twisters? Let us know in the comments!
Talk to you later,
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
Turn your next apple snack into an adorable crab! Check out the easy recipe below to learn how to make it.
For more fun activities to try at home, check out the June issue of Chirp!
Parents, if you end up making this recipe, share with us! Email your photos to chirp@owlkids.com.
Have fun!
-Jenna, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
If you love playing games with your friends and family, we have the perfect contest for you!
We’re giving away a prize pack of fun games you’ll want to play with you family all summer! UNO, DOS, Skip Bo, and Blokus are great games to play in your backyard or take along with you to the park.
For a chance to WIN a prize pack of games, comment below your favourite summer activity, along with your age and name.
Contest Deadline: July 15, 2020 at 11:59 pm.
Winners will be chosen by random draw.
Prize courtesy of Mattel.
Click HERE for full contest rules and regulations.
PLEASE NOTE: Due to COVID-19 restrictions, prizes may be delayed.
Good luck!
-Jenna, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hi readers,
Chirp reader Bridgette, 3, sent us this awesome artwork. Check it out!
Great job, Bridgette! That’s an amazing Chirp!
Readers, would you like to see your art on the Chirp blog? Send it to chirpblog@owlkids.com.
Have a great weekend!
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hi readers,
Chickadee reader Sam, 6 sent us this fun drawing. Check it out!
Thanks for sharing this with us, Sam! We love your creativity!
Readers, would you like to see your art on the Chickadee blog? Send it to chickadeeblog@owlkids.com.
Have an amazing weekend!
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
Here are some riddles for you to figure out!
How many answers did you get without looking? Let us know in the comments below, along with your favourite riddle!
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Answers: 1. A map, 2. A sponge, 3. The bottle, 4. A teapot
Hi readers,
Here are some funny knock-knock jokes to share with your friends and family!
Knock, knock.
Who’s there?
Honey Bee.
Honey Bee who?
Honey bee a dear and get me that for me plaease!
Knock, knock.
Who’s there?
Who.
Who who?
I didn’t know you were an owl!
Knock knock.
Who’s there?
Amos.
Amos who?
A mosquito!
What are some of your favourite knock-knock jokes? Let me know in the comments below!
Talk to you later,
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
It’s Tongue Twister Tuesday! Can you say these five times fast?
What are some of your favourite tongue twisters? Let us know in the comments!
Talk to you later,
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
World Oceans Day celebrates and raises awareness about protecting oceans around the world.
Did you know that over 70% of the planet is covered in water and we have only explored 5% of it? There’s so much more to discover!
Learn more about World Oceans Day by clicking HERE.
-Jenna, chirpblog@owlkids.com
What’s the coolest thing you’ve learned from reading Chickadee?
The coolest thing I read in Chickadee was Riley the dog who sniffs out bugs in the Art gallery.
What’s your favourite joke?
What begins with “t “, ends with “t”, and has “t” in it?
A teapot!
When did you start reading Chickadee?
I started reading Chickadee two years ago when I was 6.
What book are you reading right now?
I am reading all of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid books.
What’s your favourite movie?
My favourite movie is The Polar Express.
Thanks for sharing, Shannon! Your joke is pretty funny, and the Diary of a Wimpy Kid is such a fun series!
Have a great day,
-Jenna, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hi readers,
Chickadee reader Austin sent us this fun drawing. Check it out!
Thanks for sharing this with us, Austin! We love that you love Chickadee!
Readers, would you like to see your art on the Chickadee blog? Send it to chickadeeblog@owlkids.com.
Have a great weekend!
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hi readers,
Chirp reader Ava, 6, sent us these awesome drawings. Check it out!
Great job, Ava! We love your creativity!
Readers, would you like to see your art on the Chirp blog? Send it to chirpblog@owlkids.com.
Have a fun weekend!
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
Cool down this weekend by making a tasty and healthy treat!
You’ll need:
What to do:
Enjoy!
-Jenna, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers!
Did you know you can download free colouring sheets from issues of Chirp on the Owlkids website?
Click on the image above to colour Chirp in a submarine or click here to get more FREE colouring sheets!
Enjoy!
-Jenna, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
Dive into some ocean poems from the June issue of Chickadee! Click play below to listen to Oceanograms by Carolyn Fisher.
Oceanograms by Carolyn Fisher (read by author), Chickadee June 2020
Happy listening!
-Jenna, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hi readers,
Did you know today is Hug Your Cat Day?
Do you have a cat or know a cat who likes to snuggle? If so, give them some extra love today.
Here’s a pic of me and Chirp designer Alex, hanging out with her kitten Oliver. Oliver came to a photo shoot for the May/Pets issue of Chirp. He’s so cute and is the softest cat ever!!!
See you later,
— Jackie
Hey readers,
Get ready for another Would You Rather Wednesday! Check out the scenarios below and decide which one you would rather do.
Would you rather:
Let me know your answers in the comments below!
Have a great day,
-Jenna, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
Celebrate World Bike Day by grabbing your helmet and going for a spin with your family! Biking is a great way to see nature, get some exercise, and help the environment.
Readers, do you love biking? Tell me about your bike in the comments below!
Happy riding,
-Jenna, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
Celebrate spring by entering our latest contest!
In The Little Orchard Game, help Bertha Peartrea harvest her cherries before the raven eats them all! This multiplayer game helps kids recognize and name colours and is full of fun.
For a chance to WIN 1 of 4 The Little Orchard games, comment below your favourite outdoor activity, along with your age and name.
Contest Deadline: June 30, 2020 at 11:59 pm.
Winners will be chosen by random draw.
Prize courtesy of Haba USA.
Click HERE for full contest rules and regulations.
PLEASE NOTE: Due to COVID-19 restrictions, prizes may be delayed.
Good luck!
-Jenna, chirpblog@owlkids.com
What’s the coolest thing you’ve learned from reading Chickadee?
The coolest thing I learned from Chickadee was learning about manga drawings.
What’s your favourite joke?
Why don’t you iron a four life clover?
Because you don’t want to press your luck!
When did you start reading Chickadee?
I started reading Chickadee in January 2019. My uncle gave us a year subscription as a Christmas present.
What book are you reading right now?
Right now I’m reading Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban.
What’s your favourite movie?
My favourite movie Dora and the Lost City of Gold. It’s really funny.
Thanks for sharing, Penelope! We also love Harry Potter, and it’s great to hear you enjoyed the manga feature in the March issue!
Have a great day,
-Jenna, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
Check out this cute video of two furry friends! Frankenstein the guinea pig and Pippin the golden retriever love spending time together. They never leave each other’s side!
Talk about BFFs!
Take care,
-Jenna, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hi readers,
Chirp reader Krisha, 4, sent us this fun drawing. Check it out!
Great job, Krisha! We love your creativity!
Readers, would you like to see your art on the Chirp blog? Send it to chirpblog@owlkids.com.
Have a great weekend!
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hi readers,
Chickadee reader Brynn, 5, sent us this colourful drawing. Check it out!
Thanks for sharing this with us, Brynn! We love all the colours you used!
Readers, would you like to see your art on the Chickadee blog? Send it to chickadeeblog@owlkids.com.
Have a great weekend!
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hey Parents!
Chirp is looking for 25 enthusiastic parents or guardians to join our Advisory Committee.
We want your opinions about past issues, upcoming issues, story ideas and more! Selected parents will start receiving emails from us this fall.
If you’d like to join, click HERE to fill out the entry form below, telling us about yourself and your family. Don’t forget to include a photo!
Thanks everyone!
-Jenna, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
Learn how to make some prehistoric treats with Chirp editor Jackie!
Have fun!
-Jenna, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
If you’re looking for something fun to do, why not make a wacky weather fortune teller?
You can either print and cut out the above fortune teller or make your own! All you need is a piece of paper cut into a square.
Here’s how to make it:
How to play:
Have fun!
-Jenna, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hi readers,
Here are some funny knock-knock jokes to share with your friends and family!
Knock, knock.
Who’s there?
Banana.
Banana who?
Banana Split!
Knock, knock.
Who’s there?
Scold.
Scold who?
Scold outside, let me in!
Knock knock.
Who’s there?
Annie.
Annie who?
Annie body home?
What are some of your favourite knock-knock jokes? Let me know in the comments below!
Talk to you later,
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Leah, 8, and Gage, 4Favourite colour: We both like blue!
Favourite thing to do as a family: Anything outside! We like hunting and snowboarding together.
Favourite page in Chirp magazine: We both love the Chirp Comic.
One thing I love about myself:
That I love reading and can read for a long time without taking a break – Leah
That I can eat a lot! – Gage
Thanks Gage and Leah! It was great to hear about all the things you love!
— Jackie
Calling all readers!
The Super Squad is accepting applications!
The Super Squad is an advisory panel of readers who share their ideas with the editors of Chickadee Magazine!
We’ll email the Super Squad each month to ask for opinions about the magazine. Your comments might even appear in Chickadee or on the Owlkids website.
How to enter:
-Jenna, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
It’s Tongue Twister Tuesday! Can you say these five times fast?
What are some of your favourite tongue twisters? Let us know in the comments!
Talk to you later,
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
What’s the coolest thing you’ve learned from reading Chickadee?
The coolest thing I’ve read in Chickadee is that red pandas live alone except when moms are raising cubs.
What’s your favourite joke?
Why did Superman flush the toilet?
Because it was his “duty”!
When did you start reading Chickadee?
When I was 7 years old.
What book are you reading right now?
I’m reading Thea Sisters: The Mysterious Love Letter by Thea Stilton.
What’s your favourite movie?
My favourite movie is Aristocats.
Thanks for sharing, Madelyn! Your joke is pretty funny, and we like Aristrocats, too!
Have a great day,
-Jenna, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
Watch Chirp editor Jackie and science assistant Genna make a bouncy glowing egg! Watch the video below to recreate this fun experiment at home.
For more science videos, click HERE.
Readers, did you know that trying this experiment could be a part of your entry to Chirp’s Science Odyssey Family Contest? To learn more about the contest, click HERE!
-Jenna, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
Here’s a cute compilation of bunnies being cute!
Do you have a favourite animal? Let us know in the comments below!
Talk to you later,
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hi readers,
Chickadee reader Grayson, 6 sent us this great drawing of Charmander. Check it out!
Thanks for sharing this with us, Grayson! We love how fierce Charmander looks!
Readers, would you like to see your art on the Chickadee blog? Send it to chickadeeblog@owlkids.com.
Have an amazing weekend!
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hi readers,
Chirp reader Jude, 4, sent us this colourful drawing. Check it out!
Great job, Jude! We love all the bright colours you used!
Readers, would you like to see your art on the Chirp blog? Send it to chirpblog@owlkids.com.
Have a fun weekend!
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
Today I have a podcast to share with you called Sparkle Stories that features stories for every child and occasion.
Episodes are categorized by age, story topic, and length. The stories are told by child-friendly narrators and include recipes, crafts, and games to enrich the listener’s experience. The audio stories help children use their imaginations and grow their curious minds.
To listen to this podcast for free, click HERE.
Readers, do you have any favourite podcasts? Let me know in the comments below!
Talk to you later,
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
Check out this fun and easy science experiment you can try at home!
(Click on the image to make it bigger.)
Readers, did you know that trying this experiment could be a part of your entry to Science Odyssey Contest? To learn more about the contest, click HERE!
-Jenna, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
Check out the video below to learn how to fold a high-flying paper plane!
Have fun!
-Jenna, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
Check out this adorable snack you can make at home!
You’ll Need:
What to do:
Enjoy!
-Jenna, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Nikodemus with one of his pet cats.
Favourite hobby: Inventing thing. I made a turtle shell out of construction paper one time.
Favourite place to visit: Ottawa because my auntie lives there.
Favourite movie: Mary Poppins.
Favourite joke: Why is 6 afraid of 7? Because 7, 8, 9! (7 ate 9).
Favourite thing I’ve learned from Chirp magazine: That you can make faces out of sandwiches!
Thanks Nikodemus! I laughed really hard at your number joke! And your construction-paper-turtle shell sounds pretty amazing — thanks for telling us about it.
See you later,
— Jackie
Hey readers,
Here are some riddles for you to figure out!
How many answers did you get without looking? Let us know in the comments below, along with your favourite riddle!
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Answers: 1. A clock, 2. A rubber band, 3. The library, 4. A cold
Hey readers,
Looking for a challenge? Here are some riddles for you to figure out!
How many answers did you get without looking? Let us know in the comments below, along with your favourite riddle!
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Answers: 1. An echo, 2. Your breath, 3. The stairs
Hey readers,
Need some extra energy to get you through the day? These Amazing Energy Bites are packed full of protein to keep you powered — and they’re super easy to make, too! Check out the video below to learn how to make them.
Enjoy!
-Jenna, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
**THIS CONTEST IS CLOSED. THANK YOU!**
Mancala for Kids
Hi readers!
If you’re looking for fun board games to pass the time, check out Mancala for Kids.
Mancala is one of world’s oldest games—a version of this game was even played in Ancient Egypt! This Mancala for Kids was made especially for young players with its super-cute animal pieces. To play, place all the animals in the pockets. At your turn, you scoop up the animals and drop them into the pockets one-by-one as you circle the board. Players have to use strategy to scoop up as many of your opponent’s pieces as you can. Whoever has the most animals at the end, wins!
It’s a fun counting game and it really makes you think ahead to come up with the best strategy to win.
For a chance to WIN 1 of 3 Mancala for Kids games, comment below with your favourite board game, along with your age and name.
Contest Deadline: May 31, 2020 at 11:59 pm.
Winners will be chosen by random draw.
Prize courtesy of Goliath Games.
Click HERE for full contest rules and regulations.
PLEASE NOTE: Due to COVID-19 restrictions, prizes may be delayed.
Good luck!
-Mandy, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
What’s the coolest thing you’ve learned from reading Chickadee?
That giraffes have purple tongues!
What’s your favourite joke?
Knock, knock
Who’s there?
Interrupting cow.
Interrupt-
MOOOO!
When did you start reading Chickadee?
I started reading Chickadee last Christmas, but I read Chirp before that!
What book are you reading right now?
Ivy and Bean: One Big Happy Family by Annie Barrows.
What’s your favourite movie?
Madagascar.
Thanks for sharing, Allison! We hope you enjoy learning more cool facts about animals in your next issue of Chickadee.
Have a great day!
-Jenna, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
Watch Chirp editor Jackie and science assistant Michaela make a coin jump and dance on top of a bottle! Watch the video below to recreate this fun experiment at home.
For more science videos, click HERE.
Readers, did you know that trying this experiment could be a part of your entry to Chirp’s Science Odyssey Family Contest? To learn more about the contest, click HERE!
-Jenna, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hi readers,
Chirp reader Saoirse, 6, sent us this colourful drawing. Check it out!
Great job, Saoirse! We love all the bright colours you used!
Readers, would you like to see your art on the Chirp blog? Send it to chirpblog@owlkids.com.
Have a great weekend!
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hi readers,
Chickadee reader Eli sent us this amazing drawing. Check it out!
Thanks for sharing this with us, Eli! We love your creativity!
Readers, would you like to see your art on the Chickadee blog? Send it to chickadeeblog@owlkids.com.
Have a fun weekend!
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Chickadee‘s June issue is all about amazing Powwows! Read about powwows, meet the golden lion tamarin, and make tie-dye shirts! As always, have a blast with the puzzles and comics. Look for Chickadee in your mailbox or subscribe here!
– The Chickadee Team, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hi readers!
The June issue of Chirp is full of OCEAN fun and it will be coming to your mailbox soon.
Hope you enjoy it!
Hi readers,
Here are some funny knock-knock jokes to share with your friends and family!
Knock, knock.
Who’s there?
Lettuce.
Lettuce who?
Lettuce be friends!
Knock, knock.
Who’s there?
Etch.
Etch who?
Bless you!
Knock, knock
Who’s there?
Cow says.
Cow says who?
No silly, cows go moo!
Do you have any favourite knock-knock jokes? Let us know in the comments!
Talk to you later,
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
It’s Tongue Twister Tuesday! Can you say these five times fast?
What are some of your favourite tongue twisters? Let us know in the comments!
Talk to you later,
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
Who doesn’t love chocolate? Try your hand at making this easy-peasy chocolatey cocoa dip!
Enjoy!
-Jenna, chirpblog@owlkids.com
What’s the coolest thing you’ve learned from reading Chickadee?
The coolest thing I’ve learned is that Crayola makes 120 colours.
What’s your favourite joke?
How do you make an octopus laugh?
With ten tickles!
When did you start reading Chickadee?
I’ve been reading Chickadee since I was 6 and before that I read Chirp.
What book are you reading right now?
I’m reading Elephant Secret by Canadian author Eric Walters.
What’s your favourite movie?
My favourite movie is Frozen 2.
Thanks for sharing, Lucy. We also enjoyed Frozen 2 and think your joke is pretty funny!
Have a great day,
-Jenna, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
Watch Chirp editor Jackie and science assistant Lochlan take a taste test to learn more about our senses! Watch the video below to recreate this fun experiment at home.
For more science videos, click HERE.
Readers, did you know that trying this experiment could be a part of your entry to Chirp’s Science Odyssey Family Contest? To learn more about the contest, click HERE!
-Jenna, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hi readers,
Chirp reader Meghan, 6, sent us this really colourful drawing of Chirp. Check it out!
Great job, Meghan! We love all the bright colours you used!
Readers, would you like to see your art on the Chirp blog? Send it to chirpblog@owlkids.com.
Have a fun weekend!
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hi readers,
Chickadee reader Veronica, 8, sent us these fun drawings. Check them out!
Thanks for sharing this with us, Veronica! We love your creativity!
Readers, would you like to see your art on the Chickadee blog? Send it to chickadeeblog@owlkids.com.
Have a great weekend!
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
Check out this fun and easy science experiment you can try at home!
(Click on the image to make it bigger.)
Readers, did you know that trying this experiment could be a part of your entry to Science Odyssey Contest? To learn more about the contest, click HERE!
-Jenna, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
We have an exciting contest for you this month!
Charades for Kids has redesigned the classic game for families to play and enjoy. There’s no reading required as there is a pictured clue on each card, and older kids can read the simple words and phrases. Players can act out a being a bumblebee, eating spaghetti, playing guitar, and more!
For a chance to WIN 1 of 3 Charades for Kids games, comment below your favourite indoor activity, along with your age and name.
Contest Deadline: May 31, 2020 at 11:59 pm.
Winners will be chosen by random draw.
Prize courtesy of Goliath.
Click HERE for full contest rules and regulations.
PLEASE NOTE: Due to COVID-19 restrictions, prizes may be delayed.
Good luck!
-Jenna, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hi readers,
Here are some funny knock-knock jokes to share with your friends and family!
Knock, knock
Who’s there?
Kanga.
Kanga who?
Actually, it’s kangaroo!
Knock, knock.
Who’s there?
Butter.
Butter who?
I butter tell you a few more knock-knock jokes!
Knock knock
Who’s there?
Ya.
Ya who?
Wow, I’m excited to see you, too!
Knock, knock
Who’s there?
Figs.
Figs who?
Figs the doorbell, it’s broken!
What are some of your favourite knock-knock jokes? Let me know in the comments below!
Talk to you later,
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
Our Animal Animal for the May issue is the hedgehog! These cute creatures can be found throughout Africa, Europe, and Asia.
Did you know hedgehogs are good swimmers? Their quills are filled with air, which helps them float.
To learn more about these amazing animals, check out the May issue!
-Jenna, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
Chirp editor Jackie teaches you how to create a perfect rainbow with markers, a glass of water, and some toilet paper! Watch the video below to learn how to make it.
For more science videos, click HERE.
Readers, did you know that trying this experiment could be a part of your entry to Chirp’s Science Odyssey Family Contest? To learn more about the contest, click HERE!
-Jenna, chirpblog@owlkids.com
What’s the coolest thing you’ve learned from reading Chickadee?
Pikachu the Pokémon was based off a squirrel.
What’s your favourite joke?
What does a pirate collect in his spare time?
Arrrrrrrrt!
When did you start reading Chickadee?
November 2017.
What book are you reading right now?
Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince.
What’s your favourite movie?
The Greatest Showman.
Thanks for sharing, Lucy! Your joke is pretty funny, and we’re glad you liked learning about real animals that inspired Pokémon!
-Jenna, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
We asked you to tell us one thing you do to appreciate or protect water to win a copy of Nibi is Water by Joanne Robertson.
Thanks to everyone who entered the contest, and congratulations to our lucky winners below!
Rose, 3 – “I helped daddy set up our rain barrels, and I don’t litter.”
James, 4 – “I turn facet the off when I wash my hands.”
(Please note the winners have been contacted.)
For more chances to win, keep your eyes peeled for more blog contests, and don’t forget to visit our contest page!
Have a great day,
-Jenna, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hi readers,
Chirp reader Maddie, 5, sent us this really colourful drawing. Check it out!
Great job, Maddie! We love all the bright colours you used!
Readers, would you like to see your art on the Chirp blog? Send it to chirpblog@owlkids.com.
Have a fun weekend!
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hi readers,
Chickadee reader Matt, 7, sent us this colourful drawing. Check it out!
Thanks for sharing this with us, Matt! We love the message in your drawing!
Readers, would you like to see your art on the Chickadee blog? Send it to chickadeeblog@owlkids.com.
Have a great weekend!
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hi readers and parents!
Preparing food is a great way to spend time together as a family and it’s also a great way for kids to learn valuable math and reading skills.
We’ve made a recipe book just for you. Check it out!
Click here for a printable version.
Have fun in the kitchen!
— Jackie
Hey readers,
I have a fun app to share with you today!
Zayn and Zayna’s Little Farm is an app based on an English/Arabic animated show and book series that teaches kids love, kindness, and compassion. Siblings Zayn and Zayna live in an English village with their mom, dad, and Nanee, as well as many pets and farm animals.
The app allows you to watch episodes, which features Zayna and Zayn going on adventures that usually teach a lesson. Follow them as they play games, explore nature, and go on quests for their Nanee (with the help of a precious, ancient book with long-lost secrets). How fun!
You can download Zayn and Zayna’s Little Farm for free from the App Store and Google Play.
If you try it, let us know in the comments below what you think!
Talk to you later,
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hi readers,
Here are some funny knock-knock jokes to share with your friends and family!
Knock, knock
Who’s there?
A broken pencil.
A broken pencil who?
Oh never mind. It’s pointless.
Knock, knock.
Who’s there?
Claire.
Claire who?
Claire the way. I’m coming through!
Knock knock
Who’s there?
Beach.
Beach who?
Beach you there!
Knock, knock
Who’s there?
Tank.
Tank who?
You’re welcome!
What are some of your favourite knock-knock jokes? Let me know in the comments below!
Talk to you later,
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
Tongue Twister Tuesday is back! Can you say these five times fast?
What are some of your favourite tongue twisters? Let us know in the comments!
Talk to you later,
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
What’s the coolest thing you’ve learned from reading Chickadee?
I learned how a sundial works.
What’s your favourite joke?
My favourite jokes are knock-knock jokes.
When did you start reading Chickadee?
When I turned 5.
What book are you reading right now?
A Wrinkle in Time, the graphic novel adapted by Hope Larson.
What’s your favourite movie?
The Harry Potter series.
Thanks for sharing, Alexa. We love knock-knock jokes, too!
-Jenna, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
Here’s a video of two cute budgies talking to each other to brighten up your Sunday!
Do you have a favourite animal? Let us know in the comments below!
Talk to you later,
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hi readers,
Chirp reader Ruthie, 5, sent us this really colourful drawing. Check it out!
Great job, Ruthie! What a great imagination you have!
Readers, would you like to see your art on the Chirp blog? Send it to chirpblog@owlkids.com.
Have an amazing weekend!
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hi readers,
Chickadee reader Alyssa, 6, sent us this amazing drawing. Check it out!
Thanks for sharing this with us, Alyssa! We love all the colours you used.
Readers, would you like to see your art on the Chickadee blog? Send it to chickadeeblog@owlkids.com.
Have a fun weekend!
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hi readers,
Here are some funny knock-knock jokes to share with your friends and family!
Knock, knock!
Who’s there?
Boogie.
Boogie who?
Boogie on down!
Knock, knock.
Who’s there?
Justin.
Justin who?
Justin time for dinner!
Knock, knock.
Who’s there?
A fly.
A fly who?
A fly is on you!
Knock, knock.
Who’s there?
Annie.
Annie who?
Annie thing you can do I can better!
What are some of your favourite knock-knock jokes? Let me know in the comments below!
Have a great weekend,
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers
Who says you shouldn’t play with your food? Check out the tutorial below learn how to make this fun fruity lion face!
Enjoy!
-Jenna, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
Here’s a fun game to play with your family that will sharpen your listening skills!
One Lie, Two Truths
To play, have one person tell a lie and two truths about themselves. The other players have to listen closely and try and guess the lie. Take turns and see who can guess the most fibs!
If you’re having trouble coming up with a lie, favourite colours, food, and animals are a few good places to start!
Have fun!
-Jenna, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Cristian, 4My favourite colours are blue and red.
My favourite food is pizza!
I love playing hockey and soccer and having sleepovers with my cousins.
My family has Movie Night every Friday night. After dinner, we make popcorn, put our pjs on and watch a movie before bed.
Thanks for letting us get to know you better, Cristian! Family movie nights are the best, aren’t they?
— Jackie
Hey readers,
Today, people all over the globe celebrate Earth Day. It’s a time to think about how we can help keep our planet healthy. Here are five things you can do to take part:
1. Plant a tree: If you have space in your yard, plant a tree. Trees reduce toxins in the air and help keep the planet cool.
2. Go for a bike ride with your family: Biking is a great way to get exercise and doesn’t create pollution.
3. Use a refillable water bottle: Cut down on single-use plastics because they can harm the environment and animals sometimes mistake them for food.
5. Go on a bug hunt: Look for different types of bugs in your backyard and compare them to each other. What do they have in common? How are they different?
Tell us how you’ll be celebrating Earth Day in the comments below!
Talk to you later,
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
Looking for a challenge? Here are some tricky riddles for you to figure out!
How many answers did you get without looking? Let us know in the comments below, along with your favourite riddle!
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Answers: 1. A towel, 2. Are you asleep yet?, 3. Your fingers, 4. A map
Hey readers,
It’s time for Tongue Twister Tuesday! Can you say these five times fast?
Do you have a favourite tongue twisters? Let us know in the comments below!
Talk to you later,
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
What’s the coolest thing you’ve learned from reading Chickadee?
The sabre-toothed tiger had fangs as long as bananas!
What’s your favourite joke?
Why did the mammoth cross the road? Because there were no chickens in the Ice Age!
When did you start reading Chickadee?
When I was 5 years old.
What book are you reading right now?
Geronimo Stilton Spacemice: Rescue Rebellion.
What’s your favourite movie?
Meerkat Manor by Animal Planet (seasons 1-4). Thumbs up for Chickadee!
Thumbs up for your great answers, Jeremiah! It’s great to hear you’ve been a long-time reader and that you enjoyed learning about Ice Age animals.
-Jenna, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
We asked you to tell us one thing you love about spring for a chance to win a copy of Mark Weinstock’s CD, Are You Ready?
Thanks to everyone who entered the contest, and congratulations to our lucky winners below!
Annaleigh, 3
“My favourite thing about spring is jumping in puddles!”
Fiona, 4
“ I love the trees, jumping in puddles, and blowing bubbles.”
Yong-Min, 5
“I love the bees and butterflies on flowers.”
Ivy, 6
“Seeing all the flowers bloom. It looks so pretty.”
Miles, 3
“Jumping in muddy puddles and getting dirty.”
Eli, 4
“Flowers growing (like dandelions and tulips), seeing crunchy juicy apples on trees, and lemonade stands.”
Eshaan, 4
“I get to watch flowers grow, and I like to watch people and animals outside.”
Severin, 6
“I love seeing the flowers bloom.”
Siblings Leah, 6, and Macklin, 4
“I like that all our trees grow and bushes grow into bigger bushes.”
Maria, 3
“Splashing in puddles in my dinosaur boots and helping Mommy plant seeds and get the garden ready.”
(Please note the winners have been contacted.)
For more chances to win, keep your eyes peeled for more blog contests, and don’t forget to visit our contest page!
Have a great day,
-Jenna, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
Check out this fun indoor game! All you need are a couple of towels and a family member. Race on!
Have fun!
-Jenna, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hi readers,
Chirp reader Harrison, 5, sent us these awesome drawings of Chirp, Tweet, and Squawk. Check them out!
Great job, Harrison! You did an amazing job!
Readers, would you like to see your art on the Chirp blog? Send it to chirpblog@owlkids.com.
Have a great weekend!
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hi readers,
Chickadee reader Ember, 8, sent us this amazing drawing. Check it out!
Thanks for sharing this with us, Ember! We love your creativity and imagination.
Readers, would you like to see your art on the Chickadee blog? Send it to chickadeeblog@owlkids.com.
Have a great weekend!
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Chickadee’s May issue will feed your mind with lots of fun food facts! There’s also an amazing science experiment and fun craft for Mother’s Day. As always, have a blast with the puzzles and comics. Look for Chickadee in your mailbox or subscribe here!
– Mandy, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Have you seen the MAY 2020 issue of Chirp yet? This issue is all about PETS! Get to know pets of all kinds – cute and cuddly cats, swimmy fish, and furry rabbits.
And did you know that some pets have jobs? You’ll meet Kadence, a dog guide. Kadence’s owner has autism spectrum disorder so Kadence helps her stay happy, healthy, and safe every day. Check out her story in the Look & Learn section.
And visit The Lions Foundation of Canada website to learn more about dog guides and how they help hundreds of Canadians with disabilities!
Good job, doggies!
— Jackie
Hey readers,
If you’re a Harry Potter fan, you won’t want to miss out on this contest!
Enjoy a reimagined version of Snakes and Ladders, Harry Potter style! In Basilisks and Broomsticks, players take turns “flying” up the brooms and “sliding” down the basilisks. The first player to the last spot is the winner! Magnetic game pieces are stored inside the tin game board, making it perfect for travel.
For a chance to WIN 1 of 3 Basilisks and Broomsticks games, comment below your favourite Harry Potter character, along with your age and name.
Contest Deadline: May 15, 2020 at 11:59 pm.
Winners will be chosen by random draw.
Prize courtesy of Goliath.
Click HERE for full contest rules and regulations.
PLEASE NOTE: Due to COVID-19 restrictions, prizes may be delayed.
Good luck!
-Jenna, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
In the April issue of Chirp, we explored a butterfly house in Vienna, Austria!
Inside the Imperial Butterfly House, there are over 400 butterflies. The house is also a part of a royal palace!
Pick up your copy of Chirp to learn more about Austria and see how many butterflies you can count!
Bye for now,
-Jenna, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
Look for items in nature that have fallen on the ground to make this cute craft! Read on below to learn how to make it.
You’ll need:
Crafting tips:
Readers, what animal do you want to make? Let me know in the comments!
Happy crafting,
-Jenna, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
Here’s a dinomite story about the true history of pizza! Click play below to listen to How Pizza Was Really Invented by Naseem Hrab.
Owlkids Storytime Podcast: How Pizza Was Really Invented by Naseem Hrab. Interviewed by Chickadee editor, Mandy Ng.
Happy listening!
-Jenna, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
What’s the coolest thing you’ve learned from reading Chickadee?
The coolest thing I learned was that the giant ground sloth was the size of an elephant!
What’s your favourite joke?
Knock, knock!
Who’s there?
Who.
Who, who?
You sound like an owl!
When did you start reading Chickadee?
I liked to read it when I was little and my sisters got it. I started reading it on my own two years ago.
What book are you reading right now?
I’m reading I Survived the Great Chicago Fire by Lauren Tarshis.
What’s your favourite movie?
My favourite movie is D2: The Mighty Ducks.
Thanks for sharing, Cameron! We’re glad you enjoyed learning about the giant ground sloth. It would have been pretty neat see this creature real life!
Have a great day,
-Jenna, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers!
Did you know you can download free colouring sheets from issues of Chirp on the Owlkids website?
Click on the image above to colour Chirp and Sparky finding a rainbow or click here to get more FREE colouring sheets!
Enjoy!
-Jenna, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
In the April 2020 issue of Chickadee, we learned all about the green basilisk lizard!
Did you know that these rapid reptiles can run of water?
For more neat facts about this amazing animal, check out the latest issue of Chickadee!
Have a great day,
-Jenna, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hi readers,
Chickadee reader Kimberly, 5, sent us this colourful drawing. Check it out!
Thanks for sharing this with us, Kimberly! We love all the colours you used!
Readers, would you like to see your art on the Chickadee blog? Send it to chickadeeblog@owlkids.com.
Have a fun weekend!
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hi readers,
Chirp reader Cayden, 7, sent us this awesome drawing. Check it out!
Great job, Cayden! What a great imagination you have!
Readers, would you like to see your art on the Chirp blog? Send it to chirpblog@owlkids.com.
Have a fun weekend!
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
Today I have a fun podcast to share with you called Smash Boom Best. This podcast is a debate show for kids and families. Each episode takes two cool things and smashes them together (like tacos versus pizza or cats versus dogs) and asks listeners to decide which is best.
Debaters use facts and lots of passion to make their cases, and listeners can learn how to defend their own opinions along the way.
You can listen to the podcast for free on iTunes, Google, or Spotify.
Readers, do you have a favourite podcast? Let us know in the comments below!
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
This Easter weekend, turn your regular pancakes into a yummy bunny breakfast!
Happy Easter!
-Jenna, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
Celebrate these magical creatures by making a fun puppet craft! Check out the easy tutorial below to learn how to make it.
Happy crafting!
-Jenna, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
This is me and my little brother. We love dressing up together!
Thanks for sharing your favourites with us, Joanna. A holiday every month sounds like a lot of fun!
See you later!
— Jackie, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
Celebrate spring by listening to “Spring’s Gift” by Joanne Roberston. Press play below to listen to this story!
Spring’s Gift by Joanne Robertson (read by author), Chirp magazine April 2020
Enjoy!
-Jenna, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hi everyone,
Did you read the story How Pizza Was Really Invented in the April issue of Chickadee? We thought this story was HILARIOUS! So we had to interview author Naseem Hrab and ask her how she came up with the idea for this super silly story.
Click below to listen to a reading by Naseem and an conversation between her and Chickadee editor, Mandy. BONUS: Naseem also answers some reader questions!
Do you have questions for any of the writers or illustrators who work on Chickadee? Comment on this post or email us!
— Jackie, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hi everyone,
Did you like the story Spring’s Gift in the April issue of Chirp magazine? If so, then you will love Canadian author-illustrator Joanne Robertson’s new book, Nibi is Water.
Nibi means water in Anishinaabemowin (Ojibwe) and this board book is all about how important it is to protect and respect the water of the Earth. You can read along with Joanne’s cute and colourful illustrations of Nibi as she splashes and drips around.
For a chance to WIN a copy of Ibi is Water, comment on this post or email us with your first name, age, and one thing you do to appreciate or protect water.
Good luck!
Contest deadline: May 1, 2020
PLEASE NOTE: Due to Covid-19 restrictions, prizes may be delayed.
See full contest rules and regs here.
What’s the coolest thing you’ve learned from reading Chickadee?
Learning how to draw a Manga Chibi Cat.
What’s your favourite joke?
Why do chicken coops have two doors? Because if they had four, they would be called a chicken sedan!
When did you start reading Chickadee?
In 2015 when I was getting Chirp and my older sister was getting Chickadee.
What book are you reading right now?
I am reading Dog Man: Brawl of the Wild.
What’s your favourite movie?
Call of The Wild.
Thanks for sharing, Coen! Your joke is pretty funny, and we’re glad you enjoyed learning about manga in the March issue!
-Jenna, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hi readers,
Check out this video of a cute toad hopping through the grass on a sunny day!
For more toad facts, be sure to check out the Amazing Animal section in the April issue of Chirp magazine!
Hop on!
— Jackie, hirpblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
Put your green thumbs to work and make these cute plant pots from the April issue of Chickadee!
You’ll need:
What to do:
Have fun!
-Jenna, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hi readers,
Chickadee reader, Marcus, 8, sent us this cool drawing. Check it out!
Thanks for sharing this with us, Marcus! We love your creativity!
Readers, would you like to see your art on the Chickadee blog? Send it to chickadeeblog@owlkids.com.
Have a fun weekend!
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hi readers,
Chirp reader Georgia, 5, sent us this awesome drawing. Check it out!
Great job, Georgia! We love all the colours you used.
Readers, would you like to see your art on the Chirp blog? Send it to chirpblog@owlkids.com.
Have an amazing weekend!
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
Celebrate Grilled Cheese Month with this delicious (and colourful!) recipe.
*Always ask an adult for help in the kitchen.
You’ll need:
What to do:
Enjoy!
-Jenna, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
The next time you go walking with your family in your neighbourhood, see if you kind find these nature items along the way!
You can also find this scavenger hunt inside your April issue of Chirp.
Happy searching!
-Jenna, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
In Chickadee‘s April issue, we dove into fun facts about water!
Did you know that Earth looks blue from space because over 70% of the planet is covered in water? Ours is the only planet in the solar system that holds this much.
To learn more water facts, pick up the latest issue!
Have a great day,
-Jenna, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
Here are some funny knock-knock jokes to share with your friends and family!
Knock, knock!
Who’s there?
Stopwatch.
Stopwatch who?
Stopwatch you’re doing and let me in!
Knock, knock.
Who’s there?
Nana.
Nana who?
Nana you’re business!
Knock, knock.
Who’s there?
Tank.
Tank who?
You’re welcome!
Knock, knock.
Who’s there?
Owls say.
Owls say who?
Yes they do!
Do you have any favourite knock-knock jokes? Let me know in the comments below!
Have an awesome day,
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
In the March issue, Chickadee reader Antonin told us about his life in Berlin!
“Berlin has a lot of museums and art galleries. I like the Museum of Illusions and the Hamburger Bahnhof (a contemporary art museum).”
To learn more about Germany, check out the March issue!
Readers, tell us about the country you live in by emailing chickadee@owlkids.com!
-Jenna, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
Here’s a video of a cute bunny to put a smile on your face today!
Do you have a favourite animal? Let us know in the comments below!
Talk to you later,
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hi readers,
Chirp reader Harper, 6, sent us this colourful drawing. Check it out!
Way to go, Harper! We love all the colours you used.
Readers, would you like to see your art on the Chirp blog? Send it to chirpblog@owlkids.com.
Have a great weekend!
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
Today is World Theatre Day! People all over the globe celebrate this special day, and so can you. Check out these fun and creative activities you can do at home with your family.
Bravo!
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
In the March issue of Chickadee, we got to know some animals that inspired a few of your favourite Pokémon characters! Did you know that Mudkip was based on axolotls? Read on below to learn more!
(Click on the image to make it bigger.)
For more cool facts about animals that inspired Pokémon, pick up the March issue!
Have a great day,
-Jenna, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers!
Here’s a fun colouring page of Chirp splashing in the puddles with Sparky!
Click on the image above to print this colouring page. For more FREE colouring sheets, click here!
Readers, do you love splashing in puddles? Let me know in the comments!
-Jenna, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
It’s Waffle Day today! You can celebrate by making this yummy recipe with your family.
*Always ask an adult for help in the kitchen.
You’ll need:
What to do:
Enjoy! Let us know how you celebrate Waffle Day in the comments below.
Talk to you later,
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hunter, 4Favourite animal: dog (I’ve learned a lot about animals from reading Chirp)
Favourite thing to do: snowbmobiling in winter, boating in summer
Favourite place: Santa’s Village
Favourite movies: Batman and Scooby Doo
Favourite page in Chirp: science experiments
Nice to meet you, Hunter! Thanks for telling us more about yourself. We hope you like the science experiment in the next issue!
— Jackie
Hey readers,
In the March issue of Chickadee, we dove into the amazing history of manga!
Did you know that manga’s history goes back almost 1,000 years when stories were painted onto scrolls? To read these scrolls, you would unroll them from right to left. That’s why you read manga this way today!
Learn more about manga in the latest issue of Chickadee!
-Jenna, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hi readers,
It’s time for another Tongue Twister Tuesday! See if you can say these five times fast:
Can you think of some of your own tongue twisters? Let us know in the comments below!
Talk to you later,
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Thanks for sharing, Aleena! We love yummy cookie recipes, too. We also hope you’ll enjoy the jokes in the next issue!
-Jenna, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
Brighten your Monday by making yummy rainbow rolls! Check out the easy recipe below to learn how to make it.
You’ll need:
How to make:
Enjoy!
-Jenna, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
Chirp reader Judson, 5, sent us photos of the Bouncy Glow Egg experiment he shared with his class, all the way from Colombia! He translated the instructions into Spanish so his classmates could understand. Way cool!
Way to go, Judson! We love your creativity and how great the experiment turned out.
Readers, would you like to see your art on the Chirp blog? Send it to chirpblog@owlkids.com.
Have an amazing weekend!
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
Make a funny-face sandwich this March break! Check out the easy recipe below to learn how to make it.
(Click on the picture to make it bigger.)
Enjoy!
-Jenna, chirpblog@owlkids.com
THIS CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED.
Hi readers,
Did you read the lyrics for the song I’m a Seed in the April issue of Chirp magazine? This song was written by children’s entertainer Mark Weinstock and you can listen to the whole version here.
For a chance to WIN a copy of Mark Weinstock’s CD, Are You Ready?, comment on this post with your first name, age, and one thing you love about spring.
Good luck, everyone and happy spring!
Contest closes April 15, 2020.
For full contest rules and regs click here.
— Jackie
Hey readers,
This March break, learn how to turn your old toque into a wacky wig!
You’ll need:
What to do:
Have fun!
-Jenna, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers!
Colouring sheets are a super fun and easy March break activity to do at home!
Click on the image above to colour Chirp and Tweet building a tower of blocks or click here to to get more FREE colouring sheets!
Enjoy!
-Jenna, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
Looking for a fun indoor activity this March Break? Look no further! Check out the video below to learn how to make this neat craft.
If you end up making a wind vane of your own, tell us about it in the comments below!
Happy crafting,
-Jenna, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
Check out this fun science experiment to try at home! Play the video below to watch Chirp editor Jackie and reader Elyse make a jar of cool crystals, as seen in the December 2018 issue of Chirp!
Have fun!
-Jenna, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
The April issue of Chickadee is all about H20! Learn fun water facts, meet a cool lizard, make recycled plant pots, and more!
–The Chickadee Team, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
To kick off March break, check out this rainbow art craft that you can make at home!
You’ll need:
What to do:
For more fun recycled craft ideas, pick up your March 2020 issue of Chirp!
Enjoy!
-Jenna, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
Looking for a challenge? Here are some fun and tricky riddles for you to figure out!
How many answers did you get without looking? Let us know in the comments below, along with your favourite riddles!
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Answers: 1. The library, 2. Your name, 3. An egg, 4. A coin
Hey readers,
Explore the outdoors with the April issue of Chirp! Make nature crafts, read a story about a young girl who helps make maple syrup, and learn about wild mushrooms. This issue will get you ready for spring!
– The Chirp Team, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
Start your morning off with this adorable video! All this golden retriever wants is for its owner to wake up!
Enjoy!
-Jenna, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
Check out this cool drawing Chickadee reader, Owen, 7 sent us!
Thanks for sharing this with us, Owen! Playing catch with your sister, Emily, looks like lots of fun!
Readers, would you like to see your art on the Chickadee blog? Send it to chickadeeblog@owlkids.com.
Have an amazing weekend!
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hi readers,
Here are some paper bead crafts made by Chirp readers. Check them out!
