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Hey readers,
The chickaDEE team wants to wish everyone a very happy Canada Day!
Canada is turning 150 years old, but did you know that Indigenous peoples have lived on these lands for thousands of years? It’s true! As we celebrate Canada’s birthday, let’s remember to also celebrate the Indigenous peoples and how they have shaped this country in so many ways.
Happy birthday, Canada!
-Melissa, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
You may have heard that a giant rubber duck (actually, the World’s Largest Rubber Duck) will be floating around parts of Ontario this summer. It’s all part of the ONTARIO 150 Tour to celebrate Canada’s 150th birthday!
This duck will be touring Toronto (starting tomorrow), then float on over to Owen Sound, Sault Ste. Marie, Midland, Amherstburg and then finish up in Brockville on August 13.
Chirp editor Jackie and I were lucky enough to see the duck up-close today at a special sneak peek event!
Here are a few highlights:
Jackie and I in front of the duck!
A view of the the duck from the water!
Look! We’re inside of the duck’s belly!
If you’re looking for something to do this Canada Day long weekend, check out the Redpath Waterfront Festival website by clicking here for a full list of events!
Bye for now, and Happy Canada Day!
-Melissa, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com
Hey readers,
The World’s Largest Rubber Duck is joining the ONTARIO 150 Tour to celebrate Canada’s 150th birthday this summer.
Chirp editor Jackie and I got a sneak peek of the duck here in Toronto, and even got to go inside! Check out the photos below to get a first-hand look at our adventure.
Jackie and I in front of the World’s Largest Rubber Duck!
We’re on our way to see the duck up close!
Here’s a view of the duck from the boat.
Look! We’re inside of the duck’s belly!
Phew! What an adventure that was. The World’s Largest Rubber Duck will be starting its tour on the Canada Day weekend in Toronto at the Redpath Waterfront Festival and will travel on to Owen Sound, Sault Ste. Marie, Midland, Amherstburg and finish in Brockville on August 13. More information about the Redpath Waterfront Festival can be found here.
Have a safe and happy Canada Day!
-Melissa, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Hi readers,
Have you tried the parfait recipe from the June issue? Turn to page 23 for instructions!
Chirp reader Ruby, age 4, sent us this photo of her awesome snack.
Great work, Ruby! I hope your parfait was delicious.
Do you have photos you want to share? Send them to chirpblog@owlkids.com.
Bye for now,
-Katie, chirpblog@owlkids.com
Try making this yummy smoothie recipe from Owlkids intern Sarah this weekend!
-Melissa
Hi readers,
Did you know that a lot of maple syrup is made in Canada? Maple syrup is sticky, sweet and delicious. Celebrate Canada by making this maple syrup smoothie!
*Remember to ask an adult for help!
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Ingredients:
Instructions:
This smoothie will definitely have you singing O Canada!
Bye for now,
-Sarah, chirpblog@owlkids.com
