June 2012

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Happy Fathers Day!

Great fathers are like great sportsmen who hone their skills and become experts at their crafts. So says Coach Tony Dungy, and his words are worth remembering.

June National Calendar

1-30, Adopt-a-Shelter-Cat Month. "Make Pet Adoption Your First Option." For more information, visit www.aspca.com. 1-30, ational Safety Month. Safety awareness on the road and at home. National Safety Council, 1121 Spring Lake Dr., Itasca, IL 60143. 2-10 ational Fishing & Boating Week ( FBW): No license required. 4, Lunar Eclipse. Partial eclipse of the moon. Visible in Asia, Australia, the Pacific and the Americas. 4, Strawberry Moon. So called by Native American tribes because strawberries ripened at this time of year.. 8-9, Banana Split Festival. Wilmington, OH; 18th annual celebration at JW Denver Williams Memorial Park celebrating the birthplace of the banana split. 14, Flag Day. By Presidential Proclamation as a "time to honor America." 16, KCQ Country Music Fest. 21st annual at Saginaw, MI. Country music's hottest artists perform; 80,000 attend. www.98FMKCQ.com. 17, Father's Day. A day to honor our fathers. 22, Take Your Dog to Work Day

In his classic article written in 2002, Dungy said, "As we study all-pro dads, we discover that they share four patterns. They spend time with their children; they are compassionate toward their children; and they love and respect their children's mother and they turn to their faith for strength. "A compassionate father is patient with his children. He doesn't expect them to be perfect, and he tries to empathize by putting himself in their shoes. His love is unconditional, and he lets them know it." The importance of the father in the home is shockingly apparent in statistics on juvenile delinquency. In a classic 1990 study of teen criminality, the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development found an 'alarmingly high' prevalence of behavioral problems among all children from families without a father present. Bureau of Justice Statistics found that 72 percent of incarcerated juveniles grew up in oneparent homes, mostly deprived of a father. Non-resident fathers remain crucial to child development. Involved non-resident fathers help improve children's grades and promote better social and behavioral skills. Bottom line: Dads are essential for families and society. On June 17, it's time to say:

Thanks, Dad, for being here for us!

CHALK TALK
The American flag takes its place in popular culture
Times have changed for Old Glory. The beautiful flag ceremonies that were once understood by every Brownie scout are rarely performed except at official functions. It was once considered scandalous to wear flags or flag patterns on clothing, but today Old Glory has evolved. It's part of the popular culture now and people wear the stars and stripes on hats, shirts and jackets to celebrate every patriotic holiday. Flag Day, June 14th, offers a chance to display the flag and to learn its traditional ceremonies and history. The Continental Congress established the first flag on June 14, 1777. In 1949, President Truman officially declared June 14 as Flag Day. Today, our flag has: 13 alternate red and white horizontal stripes - representing hardiness and valor 50 white stars - representing our 50 states A blue field - symbolizing vigilance, perseverance and justice

~ History Matters ~
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In an effort to encourange all kids to read over the summer, we'll be featuring new books (on our Home Page) by new friends we've made through Facebook and Twitter. If you have a book you'd like for us to include in our summer Book Promo that is suitable for kids, please contact us. In the meantime, check out our: New Page Grannys Cupboard Remedies New Blog Post Collecting Postcards Other Pages (find the links on our Home page) Making Fathers Day a memorable occasion Making it easier for dads and kids to bond A Message to Dad And don't forget to visit and "Like" our new Facebook pages ^.^ : ( https://www.facebook.com/KidsGranny)

In ceremonial and official settings, our flag is flown only between dawn and dusk and never in inclement weather. If flown at night, as on some high buildings, it should be spotlighted. It is flown vertically, with the stars and blue field at the top and to the viewer's left. It should never be allowed to touch the ground and never be dipped toward any person or object. When it is raised or lowered in a public ceremony, or passes by in a parade or review, we should face the flag and place our right hand over our heart. Even if you don't get a chance to see a flag ceremony this Flag Day, take the time to wave Old Glory in honor of our freedom. Reaffirm our loyalty to our nation, to its beliefs in liberty and justice, and to its unity as one nation, under God, indivisible.

VACATION TIME
Summer camp: Talk it up
When it comes to packing it up for a week at camp, many kids feel reluctant to leave home. You can help: Talk about the great things they can do at camp Avoid any negative comments Introduce them to other campers in advance even if it's just by email so they will feel less like strangers Once they're at camp, visit early so they don't feel abandoned If possible, visit beforehand so the campers can meet their counselors Buy supplies, clothes, and equipment together so kids feel some ownership

June Project
Floor Pillows [think big]:

Youll Need: Measuring tape 2-inch foam Electric knife Scissors Batting Spray adhesive Upholstery fabric Straight pins Sewing machine Self-adhesive Velcro

National Fishing & Boating Week

Most states offer free fishing! Good things do come to those who bait. And how much better can it get when the fishing is free (no license required). ^.^ Mark June 2-10, 2012, on your calendar. It's time to celebrate the long-held tradition of fishing, whether you go alone for peace and solitude or take along family members and friends to share the fun. Some states offer free fishing on other days. Visit www.takemefishing.org for your states events and their free fishing days pdf. Unfortunately, far too many of our young people have never enjoyed this experience, especially city kids. Fishing license sales have steadily declined with no change in sight. Government agencies and the boating and fishing industries are promoting the sport during this NFBW celebration. It offers free fishing and attractions for people of every age. The main goal is to introduce kids to the sport and hope it becomes a lifetime source of enjoyment for them. Major sporting companies and even airlines are cooperating by sponsoring fishing derbies and contests. Many event presenters have stocked their lakes and will close them to fishing until NFBW to ensure every participant goes home with a catch. Some say there are two types of fisher6.Turn the cushion cover inside out. Insert the foam into the cushion cover and seal the Velcro edges. man: Those who fish for sport Those who fish for fish Henry David Thoreau, a well-known American author, poet and naturalist said, "Many men go fishing all of their lives without knowing that it is not fish they are after." Rather, it could be peace on the water, camaraderie with pals, or the joy of fishing with kids or grandkids. Dust off your poles or rods and plan to visit a lake, pond or river bank during a free fishing event near you.

1. Cut a piece of 2-inch foam 30" x 30" inches with an electric knife. 2. Cut a 64"x31" piece of batting. (The batting is cut larger than the foam to cover all sides of the foam.) Lay the batting on a flat surface and spray the entire top of one side of the batting with adhesive. Place the 2 foam on top and wrap the batting around it. Trim away any excess batting. 3. Cut a 66"x34" section of upholstery fabric to make the cushion cover. The extra length and width of the fabric is to cover the edges and to allow for a 1" seam all the way around the cushion. Fold the fabric in half, face to face. Pin the fabric together around the two sides adjacent to the folded edge, 1" from the edge. Sew a seam along pinned edges, removing pins as you go. 4. Fold each edge of the open side of your fabric back 1" and pin them separately. Iron the seams flat. This opening is where you will insert the foam and where you will place your Velcro strips. Iron the seams open on the two sides you stitched in Step 3, so the edges of your floor cushion are smooth. 5. Stitch a seam along each of the two edges you pinned in Step 4, removing the pins as you go. Attach a strip of self-adhesive Velcro along the length of each of those two edges. 6. Turn the cushion cover inside out. Insert foam into the cushion cover and seal the Velcro edges. ~ Source: http://www.ehow.com/

THE COOL CORNER

Frog Ball The Biggest Catch
One Saturday, a man who loved to fish was sitting in his boat when he heard a voice say, "Pick me up." Then he heard it again. He looked in the water and there was a frog. "Are you talking to me?" he asked. In summertime, and through the fall, whenever frogs are playing ball, it's normally a boring show, for frogs do not know how to throw, or bat, or steal, or slide, or run, which means their games are never fun. Instead, they simply sit around the outfield and the pitcher's mound and hope that someone hits the ball and sends it sailing toward the wall, for this should come as no surprise: They're excellent at catching flies.
~ Kenn Nesbitt www.Poetry4Kids.com

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Take Your Dog to Work Day

"Yes, I am," the frog said. "If you pick me up and kiss me, Ill turn into the most beautiful woman youve ever seen and be your envied girlfriend." The man picked up the frog, smiled at it and stuffed it into his pocket.

June 22nd is Take Your Dog to World Day - its a day to celebrate what great companions dogs can be. Its hoped this day will encourage adoptions from animal shelters.

After more begging and offers, the frog said, Permission to copy, use, and distribute materials "Whats the matter with you? Why won't you contained in this publication is allowed without fee kiss me?" for personal, private, and educational purposes. The man said, "Look, I'm an engineer. I don't use is not permitted. Kids love it, parents and have time for a girl friend, but a talking frog, grandparents love it, and teachers love it. We hope that's cool! ^.^ you do, too. ~ Editor
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