A Day at HorseCapades

Hi readers!

I just spent the day with some horses at HorseCapades. This family-friendly event is great because you can see horses up close, feed them, ask questions to horse experts, and much more!

If you live in the Toronto area, you should check it out. If you don’t live nearby, you can still join the fun by looking at the photos below!

Miniature horses

These miniature horses were adorable! Baby horses are called foals. This foal is sleeping soundly in front of its mom.

Another shot of the miniature horses!

I couldn’t get enough of these two. Mom was keeping a very close eye on her foal.

Goats

These goats were too cute to pass up! They were a little shy, at first though.

Feeding time!

This horse was enjoying some grass when I snapped this photo. Click here to see a video of this horse chowing down.

Brushing a horse!

This horse almost fell asleep while I brushed him. I could have done this all day long!

HorseCapades is running from July 28 to August 15 at the CNE in Toronto.

Do you have any stories about horses? Leave a comment below!

Have a great weekend!

Melissa, chirpblog@owlkids.com

Rainy Day Fun

Hi readers,

It’s usually sunny and warm in the summer but sometimes it rains and you can’t play outside. Next time you’re looking for something to do on a rainy day, try one of these indoor games from the Summer issue of Chirp Magazine.

Keep on reading!

Jackie, chirpblog@owlkids.com

Get Dancing!

Hi readers,

Do you like dancing as much as I do? Here’s  a fun song that will get you moving!

Have fun!

Jackie, chirp@chirpblog.ca

Explore the Beach!

Hi, readers!

In the Summer issue of Chirp, we talk about all the cool stuff you can see at the beach, like crabs, birds and seashells. On hot days, I love heading to the beach to go swimming. Check out this video of some baby seagulls playing in the waves.

Have you been to the beach yet this summer? Send us a picture of you exploring a beach. We’ll try to put it up on the website!

– Jackie, chirp@chirpblog.com

Summer Activities

Hi readers,

Summertime is here and it’s time to head outside!
Need ideas on what to do? Check out my top 5 list of sizzling summer ideas below.

Photo: Dreamstime

1) Go berry picking. There are tons of berry farms out there to choose from. My favourite berries to pick are strawberries!
2) Play in a sprinkler. Who says you need a pool to have a splashing good time? Sprinklers are a great way to cool down and have fun.
3) Stroll through the park. I love watching the critters who live there while I’m walking through.
4) Go for a bike ride. It’s the best way to get around during the summer! It’s also great exercise and good for the planet.
5) Make popsicles. Just freeze some fruit juice inside a popsicle mold for a yummy and refreshing treat!

Look online for more summer activities in your community. If you live in the Toronto area, check out the Toronto4kids website for local ideas!

Talk to you soon, readers!

Melissa, chirpblog@owlkids.com