Owl Talk

Hi readers,

In the October issue of Chirp, we learn about owls. Check out this audio recording of different owl calls from all over North America!

Owlkids Fall Titles!

Hey readers,

The Owlkids team is super excited about our new books for Fall 2019! Check out the video below to learn our favourite new books.

You can learn more about these book titles here.

Readers, what is your favourite book? Let me know in the comments below!

Have a great day,

-Jenna, chirpblog@owlkids.com

Get Excited for National Science Reading Day!

Hey readers,

As part of Science Literacy Week 2019, Owlkids has partnered with the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) to present the National Science Reading Day contest!

To enter, simply devote part of the day on September 17, 18, or 19 to science reading. Then head to the contest page (where you can finds lots of great reading suggestions!) to enter your classroom or personal information. Finally, share your reading list or photos from the day.

There is $3,000 in prizes to be won! NSERC is giving away four classroom prizes filled with magazines, books, and an $100 Indigo gift card. Five individual winners will also receive a prize pack filled with magazine and books.

Get excited about National Science Reading Day with Chirp editor Jackie and reader Michaela in the video below!

Contest starts September 17.

Click here for full rules and regulations.

Happy reading!

-Jenna, chirpblog@owlkids.com

Make a Wind Vane!

Hey readers,

If you’re looking for a fun craft to make over the weekend, check out the below video!

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

Sing a Silly Campfire Song!

Hey readers,

What better way to celebrate summer than learning a silly campfire song?

Raffi’s “Down By the Bay” is one of my all-time favourites. I love the hilarious verses!

What campfire songs do you like to sing? Let me know in the comments below!

If you’re looking for some more camping fun, be sure to check out the summer issue of Chirp!

-Jenna, chirpblog@owlkids.com