It’s World Penguin Day!

Hey readers,

To celebrate World Penguin Day, check out these cool facts about penguins you might not know!

• There are 18 different species of penguins, including one called the Macaroni penguin!
• Penguins are the fastest swimming bird and can reach speeds up to 36 km/h (22 mph).
• Just like dogs, penguins release body heat by panting.
• During the winter, penguins huddle together to keep each other and their eggs warm.
• Archaeologists have found fossils of penguins that were five feet tall. That’s as tall as a person!

Do you know any fun facts about penguins? Let us know in the comments below!

-Taylor, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com

Happy International Girls In ICT Day!

Hey readers,

Today is International Girls in ICT Day! ICT stands for Information and Communications Technology. It’s a field that is all about computers, phones, apps, programming and more! International Girls in ICT Day encourages girls to learn more about technology and get involved in it.

There are many events around the world celebrating International Girls in ICT Day that include competitions, career fairs, workshops and activities. You can celebrate by attending one of these events or choosing to learn more about science, math, and computer technology!

Do you want to work with computers and technology one day? Let us know in the comments below!

-Taylor, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com

Celebrate World Book Day

Hey readers,

Happy World Book Day! This worldwide celebration of books is sponsored by National Book Tokens, a charity whose mission is to give every young person a book of their own.

To take party in World Book Day, curl up with your favourite story or throw a book swapping party with your pals. If you have any old books laying around at home, be sure to donate them to a local charity.

What’s your all-time favourite book? Let me know in the comment below!

Happy reading,

-Jenna, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com

Happy Earth Day!

Hi readers,

Every year on April 22, people around the world celebrate Earth Day! It’s a time to think about the environment and how we can better take care of our planet.

This year’s Earth Day theme is protecting animals and their homes in the wild.

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 when you don’t need them.
• Biking or walking to school.
• Turning off the tap when you are brushing your teeth

Do you have any more tips on “going green” for Earth Day? Share them in the comments below!

-Taylor, chirpblog@owlkids.com

Happy World Art Day!

Hey readers,

Every year, World Art Day celebrates art and creativity across the globe. This day also honours Leonardo da Vinci’s birthday! He was a famous artist and engineer, and best known for his painting the Mona Lisa.

Whether you love to paint or draw, be sure to snap a photo of your art and send it to chickadeeblog@owlkids.com. We’d love to see your creations!

Have a great day,

-Jenna, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com