Craft: Ride On!
Hey readers!
Make this fun Chirp craft for your stuffed toys!
Click on the image above or click here to get more FREE colouring sheets and crafts!
Enjoy!
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Crafts: Cup and Ball!
Hey readers,
Check out this fun craft that’s also a game too!
Have fun!
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Listen to a Chirp Story!
Hey readers,
Click play below to listen to Not an Ordinary Day by Susan Hughes, a story about Charles’ not so ordinary day!
Not an Ordinary Day by Susan Hughes (read by author), Chirp September 2021
Enjoy!
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Recipe: Pumpkin Pancakes
Hey readers,
Make this delicious fall treat for your family and friends!
*Remember to ask an adult for help in the kitchen!
Enjoy!
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Would You Rather Wednesday
Here are some fun Would You Rather questions for you! Check out the scenarios below and decide which one you would rather do.
Would you rather:
- Be able to travel the world OR never leave your home country?
- Eat fruits OR vegetables for a whole year?
- Be friends with Yoda OR be friends with Darth Vader?
- Wear a hoodie everywhere OR wear a funny hat everywhere?
Let us know your answers in the comments below!
Have a great day,
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Reader Art of the Week
Hi readers,
Chickadee reader Ben (age 7) sent us this awesome drawing of a tiger and a lemur!
Great job Ben, those are some pretty amazing jungle creatures!
Did you know that tigers are the biggest cats in the world? An adult can weigh up to 800 pounds!
Readers, would you like to see your art on the Chickadee blog? Send it to chickadeeblog@owlkids.com.
Have a fun weekend!
-Grace, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Listen to a Chickadee Story!
Hey readers,
Read cute back-to-school poems in the September issue of Chickadee! Click play below to listen to Back-to-School Poems by Bowman Wilker and Illustrated by Lisa Cinar.
Back-to-School Poems by Bowman Wilker (read by author), Chickadee September 2021
Happy listening!
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Listen to a Chirp Story!
Hey readers,
Click play below to listen to My Monsterhood by Chris Tougas, a poem about the different kinds of monster hair!
My Monsterhood by Chris Tougas (read by Chirp Editor Jackie Farquhar), Chirp November 2021
Enjoy!
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Would You Rather Wednesday
Here are some fun Would You Rather questions for you! Check out the scenarios below and decide which one you would rather do.
Would you rather:
- Slide down rainbows OR walk on clouds?
- Surf in the ocean with a bunch of sharks OR with a bunch of jellyfish?
- Be super strong OR super fast?
- Have an elephant for a teacher OR a rhino for a teacher?
Let us know your answers in the comments below!
Have a great day,
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Tongue Twister Tuesday
Hey readers,
It’s Tongue Twister Tuesday! Can you say these five times fast?
- Honey Hugs
- Yellow Yams
- Zooming Zebras
- Cute Caterpillar
Do you have any favourite tongue twisters? Let us know in the comments!
Talk to you later,
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Reader Art of the Week
Hi readers,
Chickadee reader Rachel (age 6) sent us this awesome drawing of Shelldon and Dee!
Great job Rachel, we love your drawing!
Readers, would you like to see your art on the Chickadee blog? Send it to chickadeeblog@owlkids.com.
Have a fun weekend!
-Grace, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Colour with Chirp!
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 Tweet discovering a treasure map of their neighbourhood park or click here to get more FREE colouring sheets!
Enjoy!
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Knock-knock Jokes
Hi readers,
We have some funny knock-knock jokes to share with you!
Knock, knock.
Who’s there?
Albert.
Albert who?
Albert you can’t guess who I am!
Knock, knock.
Who’s there?
Alex.
Alex who?
Alex the questions around here!
Knock, knock.
Who’s there?
Abel.
Abel who?
Abel to leap tall buildings in a single bound!
Do you have any favourite knock-knock jokes? Let us know in the comments!
Talk to you later,
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Reader Art of the Week
Hi readers,
Check out this drawing that Chirp reader Lovina sent us!
Lovina has drawn a mermaid, surrounded by a ton of ocean critters and a boat on the surface of the water. Great job Lovina, we love mermaids! 🙂
Readers, would you like to see your art on the Chirp blog? Send it to chirpblog@owlkids.com.
Have a fun weekend!
-Grace, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Reader Art of the Week
Hi readers,
Chickadee reader Veronica (age 6) sent us this awesome drawing of some colourful cupcakes! Check it out:
Great job Veronica, we love how each cupcake is so unique! 🙂
Readers, would you like to see your art on the Chickadee blog? Send it to chickadeeblog@owlkids.com.
Have a fun weekend!
-Grace, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Book Review + Giveaway: Chaiwala!
Hey readers,
Join a young girl and her mom as they get a cup of chai! While they wait for their cup of milky spiced tea, you’ll learn about all the sights, sounds, and smells of the Chaiwala’s cart. Treat your nose to aromas of ginger, cardamom, cloves, and cinnamon sticks while you listen to tea leaves rustling and milk bubbling. With a biscuit or cake rusk, it’s time to enjoy!
We asked Hazel, 5, to tell us what she thought about the book. Check out her review below!
“This book is about mom and a daughter getting chai. The chai looks tasty, like hot chocolate. I liked that it used cinnamon because cinnamon is good with tea. I would like to visit a chaiwala. I would like to try this type of drink.”
Thanks for the review, Hazel!
For a chance to WIN 1 of 2 copies of Chaiwala!, comment below your age, name, and favourite drink to sip on!
Contest deadline: December 4 @ 11:59 p.m.
Prizes courtesy of Owlkids Books.
For full contest rules and regulations click here.
Good luck, everyone!
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Colour with Chirp!
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 stargazing or click here to get more FREE colouring sheets!
Enjoy!
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Happy Diwali!
Hey readers,
Happy Diwali to all those celebrating today!
This holiday is also know as the festival of lights, and is celebrated with fireworks, prayer, special treats, music and other events!
If you’re celebrating Diwali, let us know what you’re doing to mark the 5 day festival.
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Would You Rather Wednesday
Here are some fun Would You Rather questions for you! Check out the scenarios below and decide which one you would rather do.
Would you rather:
- Walk on all fours OR walk sideways like a crab?
- Be able to stop time OR turn back time?
- Be a wizard OR a hero?
- Drink everything from your ears OR eat everything from your belly button?
Let us know your answers in the comments below!
Have a great day,
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Colour with Chirp!
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 taking an interesting ride to school or click here to get more FREE colouring sheets!
Enjoy!
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Science Corner: Glow On!
Hey readers,
Create these fun glow-sticks in this cool experiment!
Have fun!
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Recipe: Amazing Apples
Hey readers,
Make this yummy autumn treat for your family and friends!
*Remember to ask an adult for help in the kitchen!
Enjoy!
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Reader Art of the Week
Hi readers,
Check out this drawing that Chirp reader Rowan (age 4) sent us!
Rowan drew a praying mantis, which is his favourite bug. We have to agree, praying mantises are very cool! Great job Rowan! 🙂
Readers, would you like to see your art on the Chirp blog? Send it to chirpblog@owlkids.com.
Have a fun weekend!
-Grace, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Reader Art of the Week
Hi readers!
Chickadee reader Emma (age 7) sent us these lovely drawings. Check them out:
Thanks for sharing these with us! We love the colours and the cool Pokemon 🙂
Readers, would you like to see your art on the Chickadee blog? Send it to chickadeeblog@owlkids.com.
Have a fun weekend!
-Grace, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Craft: Awesome Astronaut!
Hey readers,
Check out this cool costume idea!
Have fun!
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Crafts: Monster Mayhem!
Hey readers,
Check out these fun Halloween crafts and costume ideas!
Have fun!
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Tongue Twister Tuesday
Hey readers,
It’s Tongue Twister Tuesday! Can you say these five times fast?
- Thinking Turtles
- Purple Pillows
- Darling Daisys
- Blue Bottles
Do you have any favourite tongue twisters? Let us know in the comments!
Talk to you later,
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Meet A Chickadee Reader
Zoey
What’s the coolest thing you’ve learned from reading Chickadee?
Interesting recipes!
What’s your favourite hobby?
Arts and crafts. I love building interesting art with craft supplies and recycled materials.
When did you start reading Chickadee?
I started reading Chickadee in 2021!
What book are you reading right now?
I am reading the Ivy and Bean series right now.
If you could have any superpower, what would it be?
To be able to fly! I think it would be cool to see everything from up high!
Thanks for sharing, Zoey! We love to do arts and crafts too, especially from recycled things!
Have a great day,
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Reader Art of the Week
Hi readers,
Chickadee reader Draeton (age 6) sent us this awesome sculpture! Check it out:
Draeton made a broccoli, strawberry, baby broccoli and a baby carrot. What a healthy selection! Great job Draeton! 🙂
Readers, would you like to see your art on the Chickadee blog? Send it to chickadeeblog@owlkids.com.
Have a fun weekend!
-Grace, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Reader Art of the Week
Hi readers,
Check out this drawing that Chirp reader Isaac (age 4) sent us!
Isaac’s drawing is of a mommy bird bringing a worm to her four hungry babies in their nest. Great job Isaac! 🙂
Readers, would you like to see your art on the Chirp blog? Send it to chirpblog@owlkids.com.
Have a fun weekend!
-Grace, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Listen to a Chirp Story!
Hey readers,
Click play below to listen to The “Night Before” Moon by Emil Sher and Illustrated by Emma Pedersen, a poem about all the things Del loves about the Moon!
The Night Before Moon by Emil Sher (read by author), Chirp October 2021
Enjoy!
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Listen to a Chickadee Story!
Hey readers,
Read a story about a cute mouse deer called Kancil in the October issue of Chickadee! Click play below to listen to Kancil the Mousedeer by Michelle Kadarusman and Illustrated by Alex Louise Hill.
Kancil the Mousedeer by Michelle Kadarusman (read by author), Chickadee October 2021
Happy listening!
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Reader Art of the Week
Hi readers,
Here’s a drawing that Chirp reader Abigail made of Chirp! (featuring a cool crayon frame!)
Great job Abigail! 🙂
Readers, would you like to see your art on the Chirp blog? Send it to chirpblog@owlkids.com.
Have a fun weekend!
-Grace, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Cute Animal Video!
Hey readers,
Here’s a video of a cute lamb asking for some attention!
Do you have a favourite animal? Let us know in the comments below!
Talk to you later,
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Reader Art of the Week
Hi readers,
Check out this under-the-sea drawing that Chirp reader Cohan (age 5) sent us!
This aquatic scene features whales, sharks, turtles and jelly fish! Great job Cohan 🙂
Readers, would you like to see your art on the Chirp blog? Send it to chirpblog@owlkids.com.
Have a fun weekend!
-Grace, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Book Review: Bug Club
The Bug Club, written and illustrated by Elise Gravel, is a book about the author’s love for bugs! We asked Callum to tell us what he thought about this book. Check it out!
I definitely recommend The Bug Club by Elise Gravel because it’s so funny you hardly realize you’re learning! The awesome artwork teaches you what bugs look like. The fun text tells amazing facts about how they survive. You’ll learn how to find bugs and use your imagination to invent bugs!
Thanks for the review, Callum! Find this book in your local library or bookstore!
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Riddles!
Hey readers,
Here are some riddles for you to figure out!
- What is orange and sounds like parrot?
- What is the oldest tree?
- What has four legs but can’t walk?
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 Carrot!, 2. The Elder, 3. A table!
Knock-knock Jokes
Hi readers,
We have some funny knock-knock jokes to share with you!
Knock, knock.
Who’s there?
Tunis.
Tunis who?
Tunis company, Three’s a crowd!
Knock, knock.
Who’s there?
Jess.
Jess who?
Jess me, myself, and I!
Knock, knock.
Who’s there?
Muffin.
Muffin who?
Muffin the matter with me, how about you?
Do you have any favourite knock-knock jokes? Let us know in the comments!
Talk to you later,
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Would You Rather Wednesday
Here are some fun Would You Rather questions for you! Check out the scenarios below and decide which one you would rather do.
Would you rather:
- Never have candy for the rest of your life OR ice cream for the rest of your life?
- Live on a farm OR live in a busy city?
- Swim everyday OR dance everyday?
- Have feet that smell like garlic OR have hair that smells like onions?
Let us know your answers in the comments below!
Have a great day,
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Tongue Twister Tuesday
Hey readers,
It’s Tongue Twister Tuesday! Can you say these five times fast?
- Awesome Apples
- Big Brown Bears
- Ten Tiny Trunks
- Eleven Leaves
Do you have any favourite tongue twisters? Let us know in the comments!
Talk to you later,
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Meet A Chickadee Reader
Savannah
What’s the coolest thing you’ve learned from reading Chickadee?
That there are stars bigger than the Sun!
What’s your favourite hobby?
Reading books!
When did you start reading Chickadee?
I started reading Chickadee when I turned 6! My Grandma bought me a subscription for Christmas.
What book are you reading right now?
Christmas Camelot by Mary Pope Osborne.
If you could have any superpower, what would it be?
I would make sure that everyone lives forever!
Thanks for sharing, Savannah! We’re so glad you learned a cool fact about space!
Have a great day,
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Laugh It Up!
Here are some jokes to get you laughing into the weekend!
What do you get when you cross a caterpillar with a parrot?
A walkie-talkie!
How do you close an envelope underwater?
With a seal.
What do you call the stuff between a shark’s teeth?
A slow swimmer!
What kind of fish goes best with peanut butter?
Jellyfish!
How are two banana peels like shoes?
They’re a pair of slippers!
Got a joke for us? Leave it in the comments below!
Colour with Chirp!
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 discovering dinosaur bones in the desert or click here to get more FREE colouring sheets!
Enjoy!
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Chickadee’s Family Fun Games Contest
*THIS CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED. WINNERS HAVE BEEN CONTACTED*
Hey readers,
Check out this fun games contest featuring the classic games, UNO and Kerplunk!
For a chance to WIN 1 of 3 UNO and Kerplunk games bundle comment below with your first name, age, and your favourite game to play with your family!
Contest Deadline: September 22nd, 2021 at 11:59 p.m.
Winners will be chosen by random draw.
Prize courtesy of Swerve and Mattel.
Click HERE for full contest rules and regulations.
PLEASE NOTE: Due to COVID-19 restrictions, prizes may be delayed.
Good luck!
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Chirp Science Corner: Taste Test
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.
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Recipe: Under the Sea Slushie
Hey readers,
Cool down with a refreshing drink!
*Remember to ask an adult for help in the kitchen!
Enjoy!
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Cool Crows
Hi readers!
This month in Chirp magazine, we learn about a super smart animal: crows! Crows use cawing sounds to talk to other crows and to scare away predators. Check out this video of a flock of crows cawing to each other.
Craft: Make a Chirp Fan!
Hey readers!
Make this fun Chirp fan to help you stay cool in the summer!
Click on the image above or click here to get more FREE colouring sheets and crafts!
Enjoy!
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Colour with Chirp!
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 watching a bee pollinate a flower or click here to get more FREE colouring sheets!
Enjoy!
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Would You Rather Wednesday
Here are some fun Would You Rather questions for you! Check out the scenarios below and decide which one you would rather do.
Would you rather:
- Be a master at painting OR be an expert at dancing?
- Be able to speak every language OR play every instrument?
- Befriend a snake OR befriend a cheetah?
- Have a car that can fly OR run under water?
Let us know your answers in the comments below!
Have a great day,
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Recipe: Treat Time
Hey readers,
In the Summer issue of Chirp, learn how to make this refreshing treat!
*Always ask an adult for help in the kitchen.
Enjoy!
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Meet A Chickadee Reader
Alexa
What’s the coolest thing you’ve learned from reading Chickadee?
That Play-Doh was not always a toy.
What’s your favourite hobby?
Reading.
When did you start reading Chickadee?
I started reading Chickadee when I turned 6!
What book are you reading right now?
Artemis Fowl:The Eternity Code.
If you could have any superpower, what would it be?
I would want the ability to levitate objects!
Thanks for sharing, Alexa! Reading is our favourite hobby too!
Have a great day,
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Would You Rather Wednesday
Here are some fun Would You Rather questions for you! Check out the scenarios below and decide which one you would rather do.
Would you rather:
- Travel to the moon OR explore the deepest oceans?
- Be able to understand cats OR dogs?
- Be a famous detective OR a famous inventor?
- Be able to smell things better than everyone else OR hear things from far away?
Let us know your answers in the comments below!
Have a great day,
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Tongue Twister Tuesday
Hey readers,
It’s Tongue Twister Tuesday! Can you say these five times fast?
- Dancing Ducks
- Funky Fruit
- Eleven Elephants
- Kind Koalas
Do you have any favourite tongue twisters? Let us know in the comments!
Talk to you later,
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Craft: Wacky Wheels
Hey readers,
Make your bike super fun with this cool craft!
Have fun!
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Craft: Bug Hotel
Hey readers,
Make a place for bugs to hang out so you can watch them in nature. Check it out!
Have fun!
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Meet A Chickadee Reader
Katelyn
What’s the coolest thing you’ve learned from reading Chickadee?
That an octopus has 3 hearts!
What’s your favourite hobby?
I love to read.
When did you start reading Chickadee?
Last year when I turned 7.
What book are you reading right now?
Emmett’s Guide to Being Awesome by Ace Landers.
If you could have any superpower, what would it be?
I would want to be able to fly.
Thanks for sharing, Katelyn. We love to read too!
Have a great day,
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
The Olympics!
Hey readers,
The Olympics have started in Tokyo, Japan this year. Here are some facts for you!
- The Olympics were started in Ancient Greece.
- The five Olympic Rings represent the five continents that participate in the games. The five colours (blue, yellow, black, green, and red) were chosen because all the national flags of every country have at least one of those colours.
- The Olympic Flame is always lit at the Temple of Hera in Olympia, Greece. Olympic torches can only be lit with fire that came from the official Olympic Flame.
- The tradition of awarding gold, silver, and bronze medals was introduced in 1904. During the ancient Olympics, victors were awarded an olive branch.
- This year’s Olympics have four brand new sports: karate, sport climbing, surfing, and skateboarding.
So cool! Thanks for sharing Sarah!
Will you be watching this year and what are you most looking forward to? Let us know in the comments below!
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Recipe: Silly Snack
Hey readers,
In the June issue of Chirp, we show you how to make a buggy treat you can eat!
Read on below to learn how to make it:
*Always ask an adult for help in the kitchen.
You’ll need:
- Sliced fruit and veggies
- A plate
- Your imagination
What to do:
- Cucumbers make great shells, and green beans are good for making the antennae.
- Pretzels are perfect to create butterfly wings.
- Grapes cut in half and lined up look like caterpillars!
Enjoy!
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Recipe: Strawberry Snack
Hey readers,
Celebrate strawberry season with a delicious popsicle!
*Remember to ask an adult for help in the kitchen!
You’ll need:
- 500 mL (2 cups) of washed strawberries with the stems removed.
- 60 mL (1/4 cup) white sugar
- 15 mL (1 tbsp.) fresh lime juice
- pot and stove
- blender
- popsicle moulds
How to make:
- As a grown-up to help you heat the strawberries and sugar on the stove for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from the heat and let the berries cool for 15 minutes.
- Blend the berries. Then add the lime juice and blend a bit more.
- Pour the mixture into popsicle moulds and freeze for at least four hours.
Enjoy!
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Would You Rather Wednesday
Here are some fun Would You Rather questions for you! Check out the scenarios below and decide which one you would rather do.
Would you rather:
- Get presents every week OR get presents every month?
- Eat frozen watermelon OR eat frozen yogurt?
- Be a unicorn OR a pegasus?
- Be able to teleport anywhere OR have a magic carpet?
Let us know your answers in the comments below!
Have a great day,
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Happy Eid-al-Adha!
Hi readers,
Eid-al-Adha (say “EED al UDD-ha”) is a Muslim festival that lasts several days. It marks the end of the pilgrimage season known as the Hajj, where millions of people go to Makkah, a city in Saudi Arabia, to observe.
Some special traditions include giving charity, and donating food to those in need because taking care of each other is important. Muslims dress up in their best clothes, give gifts, eat lots of yummy food, and spend time with their families.
Happy Eid to those celebrating!
– Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Riddles!
Hey readers,
Sarah has some riddles to share with you!
- What looks like a horse, moves like a horse, and is as big as a horse, but weighs nothing at all?
- What do you find at the end at the end of a rainbow?
- What starts with T, ends with T, and has T in it?
Thanks Sarah! 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 horse’s shadow!, 2. The letter “W”!, 3. A teapot!
Meet A Chickadee Reader
Wills
What’s the coolest thing you’ve learned from reading Chickadee?
That an owl can turn its head all the way around!
What’s your favourite hobby?
Playing with my Playmobile Camper because I want to go on a road trip to Tofino with my family.
When did you start reading Chickadee?
I read Chirp when I was 3 and started reading Chickadee when I turned 6!
What book are you reading right now?
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets.
If you could have any superpower, what would it be?
I would want a portal where I can go anywhere I want!
Thanks for sharing, Wills! Going anywhere you want would be awesome!
Have a great day,
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Reader Art of the Week
Hi readers,
Here’s a drawing that Chirp reader Noah (age 5) made for Earth Day! Check it out!
Great job, Noah! Keep on loving the planet 🙂
Readers, would you like to see your art on the Chirp blog? Send it to chirpblog@owlkids.com.
Have a fun weekend!
-Grace , chirpblog@owlkids.com
Reader Art of the Week
Hi readers!
Chickadee reader Emma (age 7) sent us this lovely drawing. Check it out:
Thanks for sharing this with us! We love your creativity, and the joyous energy in this picture 🙂
Readers, would you like to see your art on the Chickadee blog? Send it to chickadeeblog@owlkids.com.
Have a fun weekend!
-Grace, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Listen to a Chirp Story!
Hey readers,
Click play below to listen to Desert Dessert by Jenna Campbell and illustrated by Kass Reich, a story about the best things about Sage’s home in the desert!
Desert Dessert by Jenna Campbell (read by author), Chirp July/August 2021
Enjoy!
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Listen to a Chickadee Story!
Hey readers,
Read a cute story about two penpals in the Summer issue of Chickadee! Click play below to listen to Letters from Planet K-Tron by Sarah Howden and Illustrated by Bernice Lum.
Letters from Planet K-Tron by Sarah Howden (read by author), Chickadee July/August 2021
Happy listening!
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Chickadee’s Survey Contest!
Hey readers and parents,
Tell us what you think of Chickadee Magazine for a chance to WIN 1 of 2 Playmobil Volkswagen T1 Camping Bus! Click here to access the survey and let us know!
Have a great day,
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Chirp’s Survey Contest!
Hey readers and parents,
Tell us what you think of Chirp Magazine for a chance to WIN 1 of 3 Playmobil Splish Splash Water Parks! Click here to access the survey and let us know!
Have a great day,
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Shark Awareness Day!
Hey readers,
It’s Shark Awareness Day! Here are some facts about sharks:
- There are over 500 species of sharks
- The smallest shark is the Dwarf Lantern Shark, which is about the size of a human hand. The Whale Shark is the biggest shark, and it can grow to 12 meters long
- Sharks don’t have bones. Instead, they’re skeletons are made of cartilage, which is what our ears are made of
- Some sharks can glow in the dark
- Sharks have been around for over 400 million years. That’s older than the dinosaurs!
Remember to do what you can to help save the environment. Do you know any fun facts about sharks you’d like to share? Let us know in the comments down below!
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Tongue Twister Tuesday
Hey readers,
It’s Tongue Twister Tuesday! Can you say these five times fast?
- Hungry Hippos
- Jam Jars
- Bunch of Bananas
- Violet Violins
Do you have any favourite tongue twisters? Let us know in the comments!
Talk to you later,
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
International Rock Day!
Hey readers,
Check out these fun facts Sarah has to share with you for International Rock Day!
- All rocks fall into one of three categories: igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic.
- Geology is the study of rocks
- Rocks have helped scientists figure out how old the Earth is. They think the Earth is 4.54 billion years old – that’s a super long time!
- Rocks have been used by humans for millions of years as tools and many other things.
- A pumice is a kind of rock that is so light it floats on water.
Thanks Sarah!
Do you know any fun facts about rocks you’d like to share? Let us know in the comments down below!
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Meet A Chickadee Reader
Kismet
What’s the coolest thing you’ve learned from reading Chickadee?
Learning about the season of Foole!
What’s your favourite hobby?
I love to draw!
When did you start reading Chickadee?
I started reading Chickadee when I was 7 years old.
What book are you reading right now?
I am reading Momentous Events in the Life of a Cactus by Dusti Bowling, my favourite author!
If you could have any superpower, what would it be?
I would love to have the superpower of talking to reptiles!
Thanks for sharing, Kismet! We’re wondering what reptiles would have to say, too!
Have a great day,
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Would You Rather Wednesday
Here are some fun Would You Rather questions for you! Check out the scenarios below and decide which one you would rather do.
Would you rather:
- Eat 100 strawberries OR eat 100 fries?
- See a dinosaur OR a sabertooth tiger?
- Be in a play as the main character OR be in a movie as the main character?
- Ride in a submarine OR a spaceship?
Let us know your answers in the comments below!
Have a great day,
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Listen to a Chirp Story!
Hey readers,
Click play below to listen to Insects! (Buzz Buzz) by Mark Weinstock and illustrated by Marcus Cutler, a poem about the different kinds of insects in our world!
Insects! (Buzz Buzz) by Mark Weinstock (sung by author), Chirp June 2021
Enjoy!
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Listen to a Chickadee Story!
Hey readers,
Read a fun story about a kid starring in her first movie in the June issue of Chickadee! Click play below to listen to Zoey and the Invisible Zombie Hamsters by Janet Perlman.
Zoey and the Invisible Zombie Hamsters by Janet Perlman (read by author), Chickadee June 2021
Happy listening!
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
World Asteroid Day!
Hey readers,
Check out these fun facts Sarah has to share with you for World Asteroid Day!
- A piece of an asteroid the size of a car, called a meteoroid, falls into the Earth’s atmosphere once every year. This creates a bright fireball effect, but it usually burns up in the atmosphere before it reaches the ground
- An asteroid is a small body orbiting the sun that is made of rock or metal
- There are currently over 800,000 known asteroids in our solar system
- While some asteroids are hundreds of kilometers large, others are as small as pebbles. In fact, most asteroids are very very small
- Asteroids aren’t all round like planets. They come in all kinds of shapes.
Thanks Sarah!
Do you know any fun facts about asteroids you’d like to share? Let us know in the comments down below!
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Chirp’s Train Contest Winner
And the winner of the Brio Train Set is …
Sarah, 4
Sarah looks forward to playing outside this summer. So do we, Sarah!
Congratulations to the lucky winner!
Thank you to everyone who participated in this Chirp blog contest. The winner has been contacted.
Check out more Chirp, Chickadee, and OWL contests here.
— Jackie
Tongue Twister Tuesday
Hey readers,
It’s Tongue Twister Tuesday! Can you say these five times fast?
- Blue Butterfly
- Purple Pom-poms
- Cute Cars
- Wide Windows
Do you have any favourite tongue twisters? Let us know in the comments!
Talk to you later,
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
World Camera Day!
Hey readers,
Sarah has some fun facts about cameras to share with you for World Camera Day!
- The first digital camera was invented in 1975 and it took 23 seconds to take a picture
- The largest camera collection has 4,425 cameras – that’s a lot of cameras!
- The cameras that captured the moon landing are still on the moon
- It’s estimated that over 1 billion photos are taken every day
- Cat photos have been a trend since the 1870s, when Harry Pointer took a series of photos of his cats
Thanks Sarah!
Do you know any fun facts about cameras or photography you’d like to share? Let us know in the comments down below!
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Meet A Chickadee Reader
Wish
What’s the coolest thing you’ve learned from reading Chickadee?
I love the crafts, like hot chocolate on a stick.
What’s your favourite hobby?
Baking is my life! I love to bake complicated cakes.
When did you start reading Chickadee?
I started reading Chirp when I was small and continued on to read Chickadee.
What book are you reading right now?
The Wizards of Once and Wonder for school. Wizards of Once has a character with the same name as me!
If you could have any superpower, what would it be?
I would love the power to bake a cake in my hands in 5 seconds.
Thanks for sharing, Wish! Being able to bake a cake in 5 seconds would be a dream come true!
Have a great day,
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Reader Art of the Week
Hi readers,
Chickadee reader Mackenzie (age 6), shared this awesome drawing of a dog named Spot! Check it out!
Great job, Mackenzie! Spot is so cute!
Readers, would you like to see your art on the Chickadee blog? Send it to chickadeeblog@owlkids.com.
Have a fun weekend!
-Grace, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Happy Camping Month!
Hey readers,
Celebrate Camping Month by making some delicious s’more cones! Find out how below!
*Always ask an adult for help. The recipe can also be found here.
You’ll need:
- M&M’s or a chocolate bar
- Waffle Cones
- Marshmallows
- Heavy duty foil
What to do:
- Fill the waffle cone with candy and marshmallows.
- Wrap the waffle cones in tin foil.
- Place in the coals of the campfire (or bonfire) for 3-5 minutes or until marshmallows are melted.
- Be careful unwrapping the foil, the steam will be hot!
If you try making these fun waffle s’mores, let me know in the comments below.
Enjoy!
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Chirp Science Corner: Change the Color of the Flower!
Hey Chirp readers,
Watch Chirp editor Jackie and reader Elliott explore how to change the color of a flower in this Science Corner video!
Enjoy!
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Would You Rather Wednesday
Here are some fun Would You Rather questions for you! Check out the scenarios below and decide which one you would rather do.
Would you rather:
- Be a lion OR a tiger?
- Make a masterpiece OR create a hit song?
- Have a dog that meows OR a cat that barks?
- Discover a new plant OR discover a new animal?
Let us know your answers in the comments below!
Have a great day,
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Tongue Twister Tuesday
Hey readers,
It’s Tongue Twister Tuesday! Can you say these five times fast?
- Honey Bunny
- Night Light
- Funny Puppy
- Tiny Kittens
Do you have any favourite tongue twisters? Let us know in the comments!
Talk to you later,
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
It’s World Giraffe Day!
Hey readers,
Sarah has some fun facts about giraffes to share with you for World Giraffe Day!
- Giraffes are the tallest mammals in the world. Their legs are the size of a human adult grownup!
- Giraffes have to kneel or crouch to get a drink of water because their necks are not long enough to reach the ground by themselves.
- Every giraffe has a unique spot pattern. No two giraffes are the exact same.
- Giraffes only need between 5-30 minutes of sleep each day.
- A group of giraffes is called a tower.
Thanks Sarah!
Do you know any fun facts about giraffes you’d like to share? Let us know in the comments down below!
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Riddles
Hey readers,
Here are some riddles for you to figure out!
- The more you take, the more you leave behind. What am I?
- It belongs to you, but your friends use it more. What is it?
- What happens once in a minute, twice in a moment, but never in one hundred years?
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. Your footsteps!, 2. Your name!, 3. The Letter “m”!
The Summer Issue is Here!
Illustration by Josh Holinaty
The summer issue is packed with puzzles, stories, comics, jokes, and more! There are fun activities too: try a delicious blue slushie, make a fun carnival game, and get crafty with rocks. Looking for a new hobby? What about birdwatching? Get the scoop in this issue! And don’t forget to fill out the reader survey and let us know what you think of Chickadee! You’ll automatically be entered for a chance to win a fun prize.
The Chickadee Team
Would You Rather Wednesday
Sarah has some fun Would You Rather questions for you! Check out the scenarios below and decide which one you would rather do.
Would you rather:
- Have a pet dinosaur OR a pet dragon?
- Have a wings OR a mermaid tail?
- Discover a new animal OR a new planet?
- Eat pancakes OR waffles?
Thanks, Sarah! Let us know your answers in the comments below!
Have a great day,
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
The Summer Issue is Here!
Hi readers,
Are you ready for Summer? We are! And so is Chirp!
The Summer issue of Chirp magazine is all about DESERTS. And you can dig into this hot, hot issue now!
Enjoy the sunshine, everyone,
— Jackie
Reader Art of the Week
Hi readers,
Chirp reader Devon shared this awesome drawing of a castle with a treasure inside! Check it out!
Great job, Devon! 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!
-Grace , chirpblog@owlkids.com
Reader Art of the Week
Hi readers!
Chickadee reader Amy sent us this fun drawing of a doubled headed dragon. Check it out!
Thanks for sharing this with us! 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!
-Grace, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Knock-knock Jokes
Hi readers,
Our friend Sarah has some funny knock-knock jokes to share with you!
Knock, knock.
Who’s there?
Boo.
Boo who?
Don’t cry, it’s just a joke!
Knock, knock.
Who’s there?
Cow.
Cow says who?
No, a cow says moooooo!
Knock, knock.
Who’s there?
Who.
Who who?
I didn’t know you were an owl!
Thanks Sarah!
Do you have any favourite knock-knock jokes? Let us know in the comments!
Talk to you later,
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Happy Iced Tea Day!
Hey readers,
Cool off today by drinking some iced tea and check out some fun facts:
- Like it’s name, it is cold tea served with ice and it can be sweetened too
- It’s been around for a while. Iced tea became popular at the World’s Fair in St. Louis in 1904. That’s a long time ago!
- The drink company Lipton, holds the Guinness World Record for serving a tall pitcher (12.5 feet, or 3.81 meters to be exact) of ice tea for it’s 125th anniversary
Do you know any fun facts about iced tea you’d like to share? Let us know in the comments down below!
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Funny Jokes!
Hey readers,
Check out these funny jokes from our friend, Sarah!
Q: What kind of tree fits in your hand?
A: A palm tree
Q: What do you call seagulls that live near the bay?
A: Bagels
Q: What does a mermaid use to call her friends?
A: A shell phone
Q: What do frogs eat in the summer?
A: Hopsicles
Q: Which letter of the alphabet is the coolest?
A: Iced “T”
Enjoy!
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Enter Chirp’s Train Contest!
Hi Readers,
Do you like toy trains and good times? Then you’ll love this chance to WIN your very own BRIO Classic Figure 8 Set and Battery Operated Steaming Train!
This little set is perfect for playing with at home on a rainy day or packing up and taking with you on your summer adventures!
To enter this contest, please leave your first name and age in a comment below, and let us know one thing you are looking forward to doing this summer.
Good luck!
CONTEST DEADLINE: June 28, 2021
All prizes courtesy of
Full contest rules and regulations here.
— Jackie
Recipe: Tweet Treat
Hey readers,
Make this yummy, fruity parrot snack!
You’ll need:
- 1 to 2 peaches or nectarines
- yogurt or icing
- chocolate chips or raisins
- breadstick
How to make:
- With a grown up’s help, cut peaches in half for a bird body.
- Slice the peach into fours to make the wings.
- With a grown-up’s help, cut smaller peach pieces to make a head and tail feathers, feet and a beak.
- Use yogurt or icing to glue on the chocolate chip or raisin eyes.
- Add a breadstick for a perch.
Enjoy!
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Happy Hug Your Cat Day!
Hey readers,
To celebrate Hug Your Cat Day, check out this adorable video of a two-week old kitten with a fierce meow!
So adorable!
Do you have a pet at home? Let me know in the comments below!
Have a great day,
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Knock-knock Jokes
Hi readers,
Here are some funny knock-knock jokes to share with your friends and family!
Knock, knock.
Who’s there?
Albert.
Albert who?
Albert you can’t guess who I am!
Knock, knock.
Who’s there?
Annie.
Annie who?
Annie more of these knock-knock jokes?
Knock, knock.
Who’s there?
Dawn.
Dawn who?
Dawn forget your backpack!
Do you have any favourite knock-knock jokes? Let us know in the comments!
Talk to you later,
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Listen to a Chickadee Story!
Hey readers,
Read a funny story about cooperating with your sibling and pets in the May issue of Chickadee! Click play below to listen to Peaceful Pets by Rukhsana Khan and Illustrated by Anoosha Syed.
Peaceful Pets by Rukhsana Khan (read by author), Chickadee May 2021
Happy listening!
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Listen to a Chirp Story!
Hey readers,
Click play below to listen to Otis Needs A Haircut by Naseem Hrab and illustrated by Noémie Gionet Landry, a story about being brave enough to get a haircut. After Otis gets his haircut, he loves the way he looks!
Otis Needs a Haircut by Naseem Hrab (read by author), Chirp May 2021
Enjoy!
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hilarious Jokes!
Hey readers,
Check out these funny jokes from our friend, Sarah!
Q: How did the bee brush his hair?
A: With a honeycomb.
Q: Why did the worm cross the ruler?
A: Because it was an inch worm.
Q: What’s a tree’s favorite drink?
A: Root beer.
Q: What do you call a mushroom who is the life of the party?
A: A fun-gi.
Q: What happens when you tell an egg a joke?
A: It cracks up.
Enjoy!
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
It’s World Otter Day!
Hey readers,
To celebrate World Otter Day, here’s an up close video of otters in their natural habitat!
Do you have a favourite animal? Let us know in the comments below!
Talk to you later,
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
It’s World Turtle Day!
Hey readers,
Check out some fun facts about turtles for World Turtle Day!
- Turtles are one of the oldest animals in the world!
- There are many different types of turtles. They come in all shapes and sizes.
- Some turtles eat meat while others eat plants. Some even eat both!
- Sea turtles can see very well underwater. They can also see many different colours, too.
- Turtles can live for a very long time. They can live longer than humans!
Do you know any fun facts about turtles you’d like to share? Let us know in the comments down below!
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Reader Experiment!
Hey readers,
Chirp reader Reid sent in a picture of his bean sprout experiment from the April issue. Check it out below!
Great job Reid! Thanks for sharing!
Readers, would you like to see your art or experiment on the Chirp blog? Send it to chirpblog@owlkids.com.
Have a great weekend!
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Knock-knock Jokes
Hi readers,
Here are some funny knock-knock jokes to share with your friends and family!
Knock, knock.
Who’s there?
Yukon.
Yukon who?
Yukon say that again!
Knock, knock.
Who’s there?
Four eggs.
Four eggs who?
Four eggs-ample, it’s me!
Knock, knock.
Who’s there?
Handsome.
Handsome who?
Handsome mustard to me, please!
Do you have any favourite knock-knock jokes? Let us know in the comments!
Talk to you later,
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Riddles!
Hey readers,
Here are some riddles for you to figure out!
- What do you call a sleeping bull?
- What’s a frog’s favourite food?
- What kind of dog has no tail?
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 Bulldozer!, 2. French-flies!, 3. A hot-dog!
Happy World Bee Day!
Hey readers,
In honour of World Bee Day, Sarah has some fun facts to share about bees!
- Bees have five eyes and six legs
- Bees can see every colour except for red
- Honeybees flap their wings around 230 times per second
- Around 4 million flowers have to be visited to make just 1kg of honey
- Honeybees have a special dance called the “waggle dance.” They use it to tell other honeybees where to find flowers
Do you know any fun facts about bees you’d like to share? Let us know in the comments down below.
Thanks Sarah!
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Would You Rather Wednesday
Get ready for another Would You Rather Wednesday! Check out the scenarios below and decide which one you would rather do.
Would you rather:
- Wear your swimsuit forever OR wear your winter coat forever?
- Meet a life-size robot version of yourself OR meet yourself from the future?
- Have 5 brothers OR 5 sisters?
- Wear a bucket for a hat OR have cement shoes?
Let me know your answers in the comments below!
Have a great day,
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
The June Issue is Here!
Cover illustrator: Alex A.
This month, get tips on how to tune up your bike, make a delicious strawberry treat and meet the adorable pika!
Summer Craft
Hi Readers,
Are you looking for a cute and easy craft to get you into the summer spirit? Try making these rainbow butterflies from the March 2021 issue of Chirp magazine!
Click on the image to enlarge.
Bugs, Bugs, Bugs!
Hi readers,
The June issue of Chirp magazine is all about the wonderful world of insects. Our friend Mark Weinstock is a children’s performer and one of his songs is about bugs so we decided to include it in the issue. Hope you like it! Click the play button below to hear Mark’s version.
You can learn more about Mark Weinstock here.
See you later! Buzz, buzz, buzz.
— Jackie
The June issue is here!
Hi readers,
Do you like exploring the insect world? Then get ready because the June issue of Chirp is all about BUGS, BUGS, BUGS!
This issue’s Amazing Animal is the ladybug. You can learn all kinds of facts about these little hard-shelled creatures in the issue and be you can also check out this slow-motion video of a ladybug launching off a leaf and flying through the air!
See you later, nature-lovers, we hope you like this issue of Chirp magazine!
— Jackie
Cute Animal Video!
Hey readers,
Here’s a video of cute kittens sleeping!
Do you have a favourite animal? Let us know in the comments below!
Talk to you later,
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Knock-knock Jokes!
Hey readers,
Our friend Sarah has some hilarious knock-knock jokes to share with you today. Check them out!
Knock, knock!
Who’s there?
Flower
Flower who?
Flower you today?
Knock, knock!
Who’s there?
Water.
Water who?
Water you waiting for? Let me in!
Knock, knock!
Who’s there?
Daisy.
Daisy who?
Daisy plays, nights he sleeps!
Knock, knock!
Who’s there?
Thistle.
Thistle who?
Thistle be the last time I knock on this door!
What are some of your favourite knock-knock jokes? Let us know in the comments below!
Thanks for sharing Sarah!
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Happy Eid-ul-Fitr!
Hi readers,
Happy Eid-ul-Fitr! This holiday marks the end of Ramadan, a month where Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset, give to charity, and volunteer at local shelters or food banks.
Eid is a time to celebrate all the hard work done in Ramadan. Muslims dress up in their best clothes, give gifts, eat lots of yummy food, and spend time with their families.
Happy Eid to those celebrating!
– Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Would You Rather Wednesday
Get ready for another Would You Rather Wednesday! Check out the scenarios below and decide which one you would rather do.
Would you rather:
- Speak backwards OR speak in rhyme?
- Be stuck in your favourite video game OR your favourite movie?
- Eat burgers forever OR eat pizza forever?
- Whisper when you talk OR scream when you talk?
Let me know your answers in the comments below!
Have a great day,
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Meet Owlkids Intern Sarah!
Hey readers,
Sarah is our new friend and intern at Owlkids! For the next couple of months, she’ll be helping the editors of Chirp, Chickadee and OWL write jokes, puzzles, blog posts and other things! We’ve asked her a few of our favourite questions so you’ll get to know her.
Owlkids: What’s your favourite food?
Sarah: My mom’s beef stir fry.
Owlkids: Where is the coolest place you’ve ever been?
Sarah: London, England. I love the theatre there!
Owlkids: What’s your favourite color?
Sarah: Yellow and green.
Owlkids: What’s your favourite animal?
Sarah: Pandas.
Owlkids: Who inspires you?
Sarah: My family.
Please join me in welcoming Sarah to the team!
-Mandy, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Meet A Chickadee Reader
Raven
What’s the coolest thing you’ve learned from reading Chickadee?
I learned how to draw Manga and I loved meeting Potato the Chicken.
What’s your favourite hobby?
Reading. I read 612 books last year! I also love piano, baking, and drawing.
When did you start reading Chickadee?
In 2019. I started reading Chirp when I was four-years-old and I graduated from Chirp to Chickadee.
What book are you reading right now?
The Bad Mood and the Stick by Daniel Handler and many more!
If you could have any superpower, what would it be?
My superpower would be to get rid of all racism.
Thanks for sharing, Raven! That’s amazing that you read that many books, keep up the great work!
Have a great day,
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Contest: My Hair Book Giveaway
*CONTEST CLOSED. WINNERS HAVE BEEN CONTACTED.*
Hey readers,
Since our May issue is all about HAIR, check out this hair-tastic giveaway!
Written and illustrated by Danielle Murrell Cox, My Hair is a celebration of natural hair and a great introduction to many different hairstyles for young people!
For a chance to WIN 1 of 3 copies of My Hair, follow @readwithsprout and comment below with your name and age.
Contest Deadline: June 15th, 2021 at 11:59 p.m.
Winners will be chosen by random draw.
Prize courtesy of HarperCollins Canada.
Click HERE for full contest rules and regulations.
PLEASE NOTE: Due to COVID-19 restrictions, prizes may be delayed.
Good luck!
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Happy Mother’s Day!
HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY to all the amazing moms out there. We appreciate you!
Have a great day!
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
It’s Asian Heritage Month!
Hey readers,
May is known as Asian Heritage Month! This month we celebrate all the incredible contributions that Asian people have made throughout history. There are many people who belong to South Asian, East Asian, and South East Asian backgrounds, to name a few. One way to celebrate is to read and learn about important people, past and present.
Here are some books to read:
- Watercress by Andrea Wang, Illustrated by Jason Chin
- Hair Twins by Raakhee Mirchandani, Illustrated by Holly Hatam
- Amy Wu and the Patchwork Dragon by Kat Zhang, Illustrated by Charlene Chua
- Eyes That Kiss in the Corners by Joanna Ho, Illustrated by Dung Ho
- Love, Sophia on the Moon by Anica Mrose Rissi, Illustrated by Mika Song
Happy reading!
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Would You Rather Wednesday
Get ready for another Would You Rather Wednesday! Check out the scenarios below and decide which one you would rather do.
Would you rather:
- Be a wizard OR a super hero?
- Be able to do backflips OR be able to breakdance?
- Walk sideways like a crab forever OR hop like a kangaroo forever?
- Be a super fast runner OR be a super fast swimmer?
Let me know your answers in the comments below!
Have a great day,
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Knock-knock Jokes
Hi readers,
Here are some funny knock-knock jokes to share with your friends and family!
Knock, knock.
Who’s there?
Bean.
Bean who?
Bean there, done that!
Knock, knock.
Who’s there?
Poodle.
Poodle who?
Poodle little ketchup on my burger please!
Knock, knock.
Who’s there?
Olive.
Olive who?
Olive you a lot!
Do you have any favourite knock-knock jokes? Let us know in the comments!
Talk to you later,
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Meet A Chickadee Reader
Elijah
What’s the coolest thing you’ve learned from reading Chickadee?
That almonds are one of the healthiest foods.
What’s your favourite hobby?
Swimming!
When did you start reading Chickadee?
When I was 5.
What book are you reading right now?
I’m reading Little House on the Prairie by Laura Ingalls Wilder.
If you could have any superpower, what would it be?
I would like to have the ability to fly.
Thanks for sharing, Elijah! We also loved Little House on the Prairie!
Have a great day,
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Happy International Jazz Day!
Hey readers,
Happy International Jazz Day! Jazz is a really fun type of music that many people around the world enjoy listening to. Many people also play instruments in Jazz bands, too.
Here are some more facts about International Jazz Day:
- Jazz music started out originally as Pop music. It was an upbeat sound that had many people getting out of their seats to dance to!
- Musicians who play jazz music don’t think about what to play next. They let the music come to them naturally.
- Listening to jazz music helps boost your creativity and helps you work more productively.
- The clarinet was a much more popular instrument in jazz music than the saxophone.
Do you know any interesting facts about jazz music? Let us know in the comments below!
Have a great day,
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Chirp’s Science Odyssey Contest
Hi readers,
We LOVE science. Do you love science, too? If you do, then take a photo or video of yourself doing a science experiment or reading a book about science and enter Chirp’s Science Odyssey Contest here. You could WIN your very own adorable CODI Learning Robot or an Owlkids prize pack. 
Good luck everyone and have fun experimenting with science!
— Jackie
Colour with Chirp!
Hey readers!
It’s Crayon Day! 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 watering Grandma’s tulip garden or click here to get more FREE colouring sheets!
Enjoy!
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Would You Rather Wednesday
Get ready for another Would You Rather Wednesday! Check out the scenarios below and decide which one you would rather do.
Would you rather:
- Live in a video game OR live as a book character?
- Be able to slide down a rainbow OR be able to meet a unicorn?
- Have eight arms like an octopus OR be able to change colours like a chameleon?
- Have super hearing OR have super strength?
Let me know your answers in the comments below!
Have a great day,
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Knock-knock Jokes
Hi readers,
Here are some funny knock-knock jokes to share with your friends and family!
Knock, knock.
Who’s there?
Howard.
Howard who?
Howard I know?
Knock, knock.
Who’s there?
Gwen.
Gwen who?
Gwen will I see you again?
Knock, knock.
Who’s there?
Hal.
Hal who?
Hal-o anybody home?
Do you have any favourite knock-knock jokes? Let us know in the comments!
Talk to you later,
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Happy Earth Day!
Hi readers,
It’s Earth Day! Every year on April 22, people around the world reflect on how to better take care of the planet.
This year’s Earth Day theme is restoring the world’s ecosystems by thinking outside the box.
There are many ways you can help protect the environment this Earth Day. Here are a few ideas!
- Composting and recycling items.
- Turning off the lights and the computer when you don’t need them.
- Growing plants in your garden or in your home.
- Recycle items around your home to make something new!
What do you do on Earth Day? Share your tips with us in the comments below!
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Earth Day Puzzle Contest!
**THIS CONTEST IS CLOSED. THANK YOU FOR ENTERING!**
April 22nd is Earth Day! Although it is one day, we should always be thinking about Earth and how we can all do our part in protecting it from pollution. Some ideas include:
- REDUCE: use both sides of paper when printing and use scrap paper whenever possible for homework or doodling
- RECYCLE: put paper, glass and plastic in the recycling bin
- REUSE: using refillable bottle instead of single-use plastic water bottles
- REPURPOSE: use recycled materials for craft projects
- REFUSE: stop and think if you really need something before buying it
For Earth Day, put your thinking cap on and brainstorm some ideas for helping the planet!
For a chance to win two Earth-themed puzzles from Ravensburger, add your eco-friendly ideas in the comments below. Don’t forget to leave your name and age, too.
Underwater Wonders
Planet Playground
Contest deadline: May 6th, 2021 at 11:59pm.
Prize courtesy of Ravensburger.
For full contest rules and regulations click here.
Good luck to everyone!
-Mandy, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Would You Rather Wednesday
Get ready for another Would You Rather Wednesday! Check out the scenarios below and decide which one you would rather do.
Would you rather:
- Have super speed OR super strength?
- Brush your teeth with ice cream OR cookies?
- Have your own robot OR your own jetpack?
- Have a new candy named after you OR a newly discovered animal named after you?
Let me know your answers in the comments below!
Have a great day,
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
The MAY issue is here!
Hi readers!
The April issue of Chirp is here and it’s full of HAIRY fun! Angora rabbits are the Amazing Animal in this issue because they are soooooooo hairy! Check out this video of a pet Angora rabbit getting its hair done.
So cute! And for more rabbit facts be sure to check out the April issue of Chirp!
— Jackie
Cute Animal Video!
Hey readers,
Here’s a video of cute ducks!
Do you have a favourite animal? Let us know in the comments below!
Talk to you later,
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Listen to a Chirp Story!
Hey readers,
Click play below to listen to Amik’s Big Day by Nancy Cooper and illustrated by Joshua Pawis-Steckley, a story about Amik the beaver showing her cousins all around her home!
Amik’s Big Day by Nancy Cooper (read by author), Chirp April 2021
Enjoy!
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Listen to a Chickadee Story!
Hey readers,
Read a fun story about compost battling to bake the ultimate cake in the April issue of Chickadee! Click play below to listen to Kitchen Compost Nightmares by Carolyn Fisher.
Kitchen Compost Nightmares by Carolyn Fisher (read by author), Chickadee April 2021
Happy listening!
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Craft: Cute Critters
Hey readers,
It’s World Art Day! Create these cute critters by recycling egg cartons. Check it out!
Have fun!
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Would You Rather Wednesday!
Get ready for another Would You Rather Wednesday! Check out the scenarios below and decide which one you would rather do.
Would you rather:
- Be able to design a video game OR design a board game?
- Play every instrument OR speak every language ?
- Be a horse OR be a bird?
- Be able to change your hair colour anytime you want OR be able to change the length of your hair whenever you want?
Let me know your answers in the comments below!
Have a great day,
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Recipe: Dynamite Donuts
Hey readers,
Check out this awesome Donut recipe below!
Enjoy!
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Happy Ramadan!
Hi readers,
If you are celebrating the start of Ramadan, we wish you a happy, healthy, and safe month! Ramadan is a month where Muslims all around the world fast from sunrise to sunset. They also give lots of charity and volunteer at local shelters or food banks and they also try to do as many good deeds as they can.
Have a great Ramadan, full of lots of yummy food (when you’re done fasting, of course!) and good memories!
— The Chirp Team
Meet A Chickadee Reader
Brynn
What’s the coolest thing you’ve learned from reading Chickadee?
That the biggest group of carolers was 25, 272 people!
What’s your favourite hobby?
I like to go to my dance classes.
When did you start reading Chickadee?
When I was 7.
What book are you reading right now?
The “Heroes of Olympus” series by Rick Riordan.
If you could have any superpower, what would it be?
Be able to change into anything like an object or animal.
Thanks for sharing, Brynn! Changing into anything would be an amazing ability to have!
Have a great day,
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Recipe: Rainbow Grilled Cheese
Hey readers,
Happy Grilled Cheese Month! Check out this colourful and yummy grilled cheese recipe.
You can also find the recipe here. Always ask an adult for help in the kitchen!
You’ll need:
- 8 slices of bread
- Butter
- 4 slices provolone cheese (or any cheese you like)
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- Food dye
How to make:
- Butter one side of each slice of bread and set aside.
- Place 1/4 cup of cheese in 4 different bowls and add your choice of food coloring, like red, yellow, blue, and red and blue in one to make purple.
- Stir the dye into the cheese until fully coated.
- Put slices of your choice of cheese slices in half and place on each slice of the bread – on the unbuttered side.
- Sprinkle the 1-2 tablespoons of the colored cheese in “lines” or strips on top of the slices.
- Put two slices of bread together to make a sandwich and place in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Cook until golden brown (or for about 2 minutes) and then flip.
- Remove from pan and serve.
Enjoy!
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Would You Rather Wednesday
Get ready for another Would You Rather Wednesday! Check out the scenarios below and decide which one you would rather do.
Would you rather:
- Have your own personal robot do everything for you OR have a magic carpet to fly you everywhere?
- Wear glasses made out of doughnuts OR wear clothes made from spaghetti?
- Eat warm ice cream OR drink ice-cold soup?
- Live under a mushroom OR live in a teacup?
Let me know your answers in the comments below!
Have a great day,
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Recipe: Easter Rice Krispy Treats!
Hey readers,
Happy Easter! Create this yummy Peep layered rice krispy treat and share it with your family and friends.
You can also find the recipe here. Always ask an adult for help in the kitchen!
You’ll need:
- 4 tablespoons butter or margarine divided
- 4 3oz packages of Marshmallow Peeps (or any marshmallows) in different colours
- 6 cups of Rice Krispy cereal divided
How to make:
- Prepare an 8 inch loaf pan by lining it with foil and spraying it with cooking spray.
- Divide the Peeps by 10’s of the same color – 10 pink, 10 yellow (or any colors of your choice)
- In a deep, medium sized microwaveable dish, microwave 10 of the same color peeps with 1 tablespoon butter on high for 45 seconds. Make sure the Peeps don’t flow over the sides of the bowl.
- Stir butter and Peeps together until fully melted and incorporated.
- Stir in 1 1/2 cups of cereal until fully coated. Press firmly into the loaf pan.
- Repeat steps 3-4 with other Peep colours.
- Allow to cool completely 1-2 hours before slicing.
Enjoy!
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Craft: Easter Bunny Cards
Hey readers,
Happy Easter! Celebrate by making this fun and easy to make bunny craft. You can also turn it into a card to give as an Easter gift!
You can also find the craft and bunny template here.
You’ll need:
- White cardstock
- Coloured cardstock
- Medium-sized googly eyes
- Pompoms
- Cotton Balls
- Pipe Cleaners
- Glue
- Bunny template
What to do:
- Print out the bunny template and fold your white cardstock in half.
- Trace the face template onto the cardstock and cut it out.
- Trace and cut out the ear templates. Cut them out from the white cardstock for the outer ear and use any colored cardstock for the inner ear.
- Add glue to the face and the outer ear to glue the cotton balls onto.
- Glue on the googly eyes and twist the pipe cleaners and glue onto the face.
- Glue a pom pom on the whiskers to create the nose.
- Twist a pipe cleaner to shape it into a mouth and then glue it below the nose.
- Write your Easter message inside!
Have fun!
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Riddles!
Hey readers,
Here are some riddles for you to figure out!
- What has to be broken before you can use it?
- What is orange and sounds like parrot?
- What is full of holes but still holds water?
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. An egg!, 2. A carrot!, 3. A sponge!
Colour with Chirp!
Hey readers!
It’s Crayon Day! 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 making art with Grandma or click here to get more FREE colouring sheets!
Enjoy!
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Would You Rather Wednesday
Get ready for another Would You Rather Wednesday! Check out the scenarios below and decide which one you would rather do.
Would you rather:
- Have headphones as fingers OR keyboard keys as hair?
- Change your outfit with a magic wand OR having a magical wardrobe?
- Hop all the time OR be able to sprint everywhere?
- Be able to invent anything OR have a genie to grant your every wish?
Let me know your answers in the comments below!
Have a great day,
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Riddles!
Hey readers,
Here are some riddles for you to figure out!
- How many months of the year has 28 days?
- If you don’t keep me, I break. What am I?
- What two things can you never eat for breakfast?
- I can fill up a room, but I take up no space. What am I?
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. All of them!, 2. A promise!, 3. Lunch and Dinner!, 4. Light!
Chirp Craft: Happy Craft Month!
Hey readers,
Turn simple coffee filters into these beautiful and colourful butterflies to decorate your room with!
You’ll need:
- White coffee filter
- Pipe cleaner
- Markers
- Spoon
- Water
What to do:
- Flatten the coffee filter and color it with marker.
- Use a spoon to drip water onto the filter. Let it dry.
- Fold the filter accordion style and then use. pipe cleaner to tighten it in the middle.
- Curl the pipe cleaner ends to look like antennae. Spread the wings and let your butterfly sail through the air!
Have fun!
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Knock-knock Jokes
Hi readers,
Here are some funny knock-knock jokes to share with your friends and family!
Knock, knock.
Who’s there?
Bed.
Bed who?
Bed you can’t guess who this is!
Knock, knock.
Who’s there?
Tennis.
Tennis who?
Ten-is my favourite number!
Knock, knock.
Who’s there?
Water.
Water who?
Water you doing right now?
Do you have any favourite knock-knock jokes? Let us know in the comments!
Talk to you later,
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Tongue Twister Tuesday!
Hey readers,
It’s Tongue Twister Tuesday! Can you say these five times fast?
- Funny Bunny
- Cute Cats
- Bright Butterflies
- Minty Marshmallow
Do you have any favourite tongue twisters? Let us know in the comments!
Talk to you later,
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Cute Animal Video!
Hey readers,
Here’s a video of cute hamsters doing funny things 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, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Dr. Zed Experiment: Cookie Science
Hey readers,
Check out this delicious science experiment!
If you end up trying this experiment, comment below how it turned out!
Have a great weekend,
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
The April issue of Chirp is here!
Hi readers,
The April issue is here and it’s all about the ENVIRONMENT! Learn where our trash goes when we put it in the bin, make recycled crafts, visit a conservation island, and read a story about a busy and helpful little animal. We hope you like this issue of Chirp magazine!
Squirrel Fun
Hi readers,
Have you ever seen a squirrel eating or storing nuts in its cheeks? These animals love nuts and seeds! Check out this video of squirrels visiting a human-made “nut bar” in the middle of a Norwegian forest.
Snack on, squirrels!
To learn more about these super cool critters, turn to the Amazing Animal section in your April 2021 copy of Chirp magazine.
Happy learning!
— Jackie
The April Issue Is Here!
Cover illustration by Noémie Gionet Landry
Get ready for April! Find out why humans laugh, make toys from recycled cartons, and try a donut recipe made out of—surprise!—apples. We also ask readers: What would your eco-superpower be to save the planet? Look for this issue in your mailbox soon!
Would You Rather Wednesday
Get ready for another Would You Rather Wednesday! Check out the scenarios below and decide which one you would rather do.
Would you rather:
- Solve mysteries OR fly planes?
- Laugh all the time OR sing all the time?
- Be able to do back flips OR be able to breakdance?
- Jump as far as a kangaroo OR hold your breath as long as a whale?
Let me know your answers in the comments below!
Have a great day,
-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Chirp Science Corner: Amazing Magnets!
Hey readers,
Watch Chirp editor Jackie and reader Owen explore and test how magnets work in this Science Corner video!
Enjoy!
-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com