Recipe: Summer Snow Cones

Hey readers,

Cool down on a hot day by making these refreshing snow cones!

*Remember to ask an adult for help in the kitchen!

Enjoy!

-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com

Chirp Science Corner: Bubble Snake!

Hey readers,

If you love bubbles and rainbow colours, check out the below Chirp Science Corner video!

Watch editor Jackie and reader Maya learn how to make a bunch of bubbles using a sock and some soap.

Have fun!

-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com 

Craft: Lucky Lanterns!

Hey readers,

Make some colourful paper decorations! Check it out!

You’ll need: 

• rectangular- shaped coloured paper
• scissors
• tape or stapler

What to do:

1. Cut a strip from one of the short sides of the paper. Set it aside to make the handle later.
2. Fold the remaining piece of paper lengthwise.
3. Cut slits along the paper starting to fold and stopping about 3 cm (1 in.) from the top edge.
4. Unfold the paper and form it into a tube. Tape or staple the top and bottom edges.
5. Tape or staple the strip of paper from Step 1 onto the inside top edges of the lantern for a handle.
6. Hang your lantern on a patio or by a window!

Have fun!

-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com

Happy Camping Month!

Hey readers,

Celebrate Camping Month by making some delicious Reese cup s’mores ! Find out how below!

*Always ask an adult for help. The recipe can also be found here.

You’ll need: 

• Graham Crackers
• Reese’s Pieces Cup
• Marshmallows

What to do: 

1. Put the Reese’s Pieces cup on the graham cracker.
2. Add the marshmallows on top. You can use 2 or 3.
3. Place on the coals until the chocolate and marshmallows are soft or melty.
4. Be careful picking up the graham cracker, it will be hot!

If you try making these fun Reese’s Pieces s’mores, let me know in the comments below.

Enjoy!

-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com

Recipe: Lemonade!

Hey readers,

Happy Lemonade Day! Check out this yummy and refreshing recipe.

You can also find the recipe here. Always ask an adult for help in the kitchen!

STOP: Ask your parents for permission before opening a lemonade stand and always make sure to have an adult supervising. 

You’ll need:

• 1 1/2 half cups fresh squeezed lemon juice
• 5 cups cold water
• 1 1/2 cups sugar
• Ice
• Pitcher
• OPTIONAL: lemon slices

How to make:

1. Combine the lemon juice, water, and sugar into a pitcher
2. Stir until sugar is completely dissolved.
3. Add ice and serve!
4. FUN IDEA: Add the lemon slices to the lemonade or on the rim of each glass when you serve. You can even add food coloring to make a fun coloured drink!

Enjoy!

-Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com