Chirp’s End of Summer Contest

THIS CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED.

AND THE WINNERS ARE …

Finn, 4

Emily, 3

Rosann, 5

Thank you to everyone who sent in their entry!

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Hi Readers!

Summer’s not over yet! But with August passing us by we thought a contest would be a great way to celebrate the last few weeks of the sunny season!

Enter for a chance to WIN an one of these amazing prizes!

PRIZES:

Gazillion Bubbles Stormin’ Bubble Blaster

CAT Construction Dump Truck Sand Set

Playmobil: Aqua 1.2.3 Splish Splash Water Park!

TO ENTER: Comment on this post or send an email to chirpblog@owlkids.com. Remember to include:

• Your first name
• Your age
• The best/most funnest thing you have done so far this summer
• Which prize would be your favourite to win

Prizes courtesy of:

 

 

 

 

 

CONTEST DEADLINE: August 20, 2023

For full contest rules and regs, click here.

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Hot Summer Reads

Hi Owlkids Family,

There is nothing better than family reading in fort, a tent, or under a tree at a park. If you are looking for some great books to read to kickstart this sunny season, check out some of the titles below!

Happy reading!  – Jackie

For kids 3-6:

Journey of the Midnight Sun by Shazia Afzal (Orca) – Based on a true story, this picture book follows the exciting and harrowing 4,000 km journey of a group delivering a mosque to a town in the Canadian Arctic.

 

Biindigen! Amik Says Welcome: by Nancy Cooper (Owlkids) – This adorable picture book incorporates Anishinaabe words in the text, has a search and find element, and teaches readers how beavers help their surrounding ecosystems.

 

A Park Connects Us by Sarah Nelson (Owlkids) – A great book to encourage kids to get outside. It’s all about the people, plants, and animals you can find in public parks.

For kids 6-9 yrs:

Traveling Butterfies by Susumu Shingu (Owlkids) – Blends facts and storytelling to explain the intricate life cycle and migration patterns of monarch butterflies.

When You’re Scared by Andree Poulin and Veronique Joffre (Owlkids) – A young boy finds his courage and compassion while on a camping trip.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Giju’s Gift  by Brandon Mitchell (Portage and Main Press) – Inspired by traditional stories, this graphic novel follows a young Mi’kmaw girl as she meets a new friend, is chased by an ancient giant to discovers many interesting things along the way.

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Camp Average by Craig Battle (Owlkids) -A funny and relatable book series that focuses on the ups and downs of summer camp, sports, and friendship.

 

Meranda and the Legend of the Lake by Meagan Mahoney (Owlkids)- Introduces one kid’s experience with identity and disability with mystery and thrills thrown in along the way.

 

Swim Team: Small Waves, Big Changes by Johnnie Christmas (Harper Collins) – Unlike most kids in her town, middle-schooler, Bree, does not love swimming. But with the help of family, neighbours, and her own determination, she levels up her swim game and takes her school’s swim team to the championship.

 

 

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Reader Review: PAW Patrol LIVE! Heroes Unite

Hi everyone!

Lucky Chirp reader Valentina got to see PAW Patrol Live: Heroes Unite with her family last weekend in Toronto. Let’s hear what Valentina thought of the show!

“I couldn’t wait to see Rocky – he’s my favourite! I loved being a hero and waving my badge during the show to help the pups make more bubbles. My favourite part was when the ice cream statue fell into the ocean and Zuma had to save it with the fish. I really liked the Princess and her dog Sweetie” – Valentina, 4

Thanks for your review, Valentina! It sounds like you had a fun time at the show.

PAW Patrol Live: Heroes Unite is touring the Canada and the US this summer.

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Doggy Poems

Hi everyone,

Did you read the DOG POEMS in the May issue of Chirp magazine? They were written by our friend, author and illustrator, Carolyn Fisher. Carolyn has be writing making art for Chirp and Chickadee for many years. Her poems always make us giggle because they are super silly!

Carolyn has been creating art since she was a kid. And guess what? When Carolyn was just 10-yrs-old, growing up in Alberta, Canada, and doing art for fun, she sent one of her drawings in to OWL Magazine! They wrote her back to thank her and it made it so happy that she kept the postcard. Check it out! It’s so cool that she used to write to Owlkids and now as a grown-up, she works with us!

Do you like to draw, too? Send us a drawing – we would love to see it! We love getting mail from our readers.

Listen to author Carolyn reading her poems from the May issue here.

• Jackie

 

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Book Review and Contest

Hi Everyone,

Are you looking for a great book to read this spring? Check out Forest Bath Right Down This Path by Lisa Robinson. It’s about a young girl who goes on an adventure with her dad, embracing the sweet sounds, smells, and sights of nature.

Let’s hear what Chirp readers Amber and Logan thought of this book. And be sure to scroll to the end of this post for a chance to WIN your own copy of Forest Bath Right Down This Path!

“I liked the pictures of trees and animals!” – Logan, 2

“It was neat to learn about forest bathing. Nature is magical and helps keep us calm. I liked how in the story, the girl wanted to explore and be adventurous, just like me! I would recommend this book to other girls and boys, too. – Amber, age 4

For a chance to WIN a copy of Forest Bath Right Down This Path, comment on this post and tell us your favourite thing to do in nature. Include your first name and age in the post.

CONTEST DEADLINE: May 15, 2023

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