Calling All Readers!

Hey readers,

If you love Chickadee magazine and want to help make it even better, take our 2019 Chickadee Reader Survey!

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Thanks for your feedback, and good luck!

-Jenna, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com

Happy International Fairy Day!

Hi readers,

Today is an enchanting and magical day! It’s none other than International Fairy Day!

If you’re looking for some magical ways to celebrate this lovely event, look no further than these activity ideas below!

1. Build a fairy garden. In a basket containing soil, plant your favourite herbs or flowers. Add some pebbles for a fairy walkway and colourful stones to make it extra enchanting!
2. Dress up as a fairy for the day.
3. Make a flower crown.
4. Read a fairy tale.
5. Create a fairy door out of craft materials you have at home. Place it at the base of a tree so fairies can come and go from our world to theirs.

I hope you enjoy a fun-filled fairy day! If you try any of the activities, let me know in the comments below!

Bye for now,

-Elora, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com

Fun Riddles

Hi readers,

Do you like riddles or ever tried some before? They’re a fun way to challenge your mind and rewarding when you figure out the answer! Try the ones below with a friend or parent. The answers will be at the very bottom. No peeking!

A: Why are ghosts bad liars?

B: What two things can you never eat for breakfast?

C: Why did Mickey Mouse go to outer space?

D: You will buy me to eat but never eat me. What am I?

E: You can serve it, but never eat it. What is it?

F: How do oceans say hello to each other?

Answers

A: because you can see right through them, B: lunch and dinner, C: to see Pluto, D: a plate, E: a tennis ball, F: they wave

How many did you figure out without checking the answers? Let us know in the comments below!

Bye for now,

-Elora, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com

Easy Play-Doh Craft

Hi readers,

Play-Doh is a super fun activity that allows your imagination run wild! You can come up with loads of cool sculptures, and it’s a great way to relax after a busy day. But if you don’t have any lying around at home or can’t go to the store to buy some, you can just make your own!

Below is an easy craft you can make with just three ingredients. You’ll be making shapes and sculptures in no time!

*Remember to ask an adult for help when making your fun craft!

You’ll Need:

• 1/2 cup cornstarch
• 1 cup baking soda
• 3/4 cup water
• Optional: 2 drops of essential oils for a soothing scent
• Optional: 4-5 drops of food colouring

Instructions:

1. In a pot, add the cornstarch, baking soda, and water. Stir the ingredients together.
2. Heat pot on a stove top over medium heat.
3. Stir the mix constantly for approximately five minutes. Once it starts to bubble, take the pot off the burner.
4. Once your dough has cooled, add the optional ingredients.

That’s it! If you tried this easy craft, let me know how it went in the comments below!

Bye for now,

-Elora, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com

Crafty Creations!

Hey there, readers,

Chickadee and Chirp readers Frieda, 7, and Gus, 4, are super crafty sisters who enjoy trying out new projects. Check out all the cool stuff they’ve made so far.

The rainbow grilled cheese from the March 2019 issue of Chickadee.

The tiny garden from the April 2019 issue of Chickadee.

And, two race track lanes made out of toilet paper rolls.

Way to go you two! Thanks so much for sharing these photos with us.

Be sure to send us photos of your Chickadee magazine crafts, recipes or activities. You can send them to chickadeeblog@owlkids.com.

See you later!

-Chidera, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com