May Days Mother’s Day Around the World

Zoey Falk 4th grade

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Did you know that in different cultures they celebrate Mother’s Day differently than we do here? Well, if you didn’t know that already then you will enjoy this article. I chose 5 different cultures to teach you about. The cultures I chose are Mexico, Egypt, France, India, Russia. Now, let’s hear about some of those Mother’s Day celebrations.

Mexico

Did you know that people in Mexico celebrate similarly to how Americans do. They buy their moms flowers and other cool gifts, but they also have a great celebration they do at school, and they always perform, and they even include something called Mariachi Serenades.

Egypt

Egypt certainly has one of the craziest celebrations I ever heard of. They treat all the mothers like queens and they grant their mothers a special day full of relaxation while other members of the household take over their routine full of chores. In Egypt they even celebrate on a different day than we do here. They celebrate on March 21st.

France

In France, Mother’s Day involves food and flowers and a fun day out and about. They have picnics in the park and go all the way up to a river cruise. That’s so crazy right? With all that it is known to be said, in France Mother’s Day is generally celebrated as a treasured family holiday.

India

India is one of the best countries I’ve heard of because it is very practical and it’s exactly like what we do but, a little bit more exciting. They do breakfast in bed, make cute cards and flowers, along with traditional gifts. Along with all that information, discounts are offered and there are special tv segments dedicated to all the mothers. Some schools are also known for putting on plays for their mothers.

Russia

In Russia, they actually celebrate on a different day. They actually celebrate on the 26th of November. They get flowers and gifts like how we do here. But in Russia they have a traditional dance that they end up doing every time they do an emotional message showcase. They also like to go out for dinner with family and friends.

I hope you enjoyed my article about how other cultures celebrate Mother’s Day. What was your favorite tradition? Mine was definitely France. Would you ever try to celebrate like this?

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Best Tips in the World for ISAT Testing

you need to prepare.

Tips For Third Grade and Above

If you’re in third, fourth, or fifth grade, middle school, or high school, this is for you! ISAT tests are a really really really REALLY big test! So here are some tips. Tip 1: if you need to choose one answer, then you should make sure you cross off answers that you know are incorrect first; Tip two: if you need to take a break, you can pause and take a breath; last tip: you should always pause and do your work on scratch paper.

Tips For Second Grade and Under

If you still do tests, but not the big ISAT then this part is for you. Me, myself, and I used to not do big tests so let me tell you some tips that might help you. Tip 1: make sure you take time. Tip 2: You should go to the bathroom and get a drink of water before the test starts. Last tip: you should get a whiteboard and marker.

What You Need to Prepare

Last but not least, what you need to prepare. I will name five things you need to prepare. First: whiteboard and marker; second: scratch paper; third: go to the bathroom and get a drink of water before the test starts; fourth: get a good night’s rest and a good breakfast. Last tip: you should take as long as you need, that might be 5 hours, 2 days, or even a week, but you should take as long as you need.

Afton Stadtmiller, 4th grade Orchards Tribune

Do you do the ISAT? The ISAT is the Idaho State Achievement Test and it starts in third grade. But, don’t worry, I will talk about tips for second grade and under too. My subtopics are tips for grades above third grade, second grade, and what

In conclusion, I talked about the ISAT, more specifically about tips for third grade and above, tips for second grade and under, and what you need to prepare. I think any test is important but the ISAT is extremely important. I really hope this helped you and gave you ideas.

Lil’ Manz- Something For Everyone

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*Regular lemonade with 1 bakers dozen with cinnamon sugar take it home and cook it.

Zoey

Falk, 4th grade Orchards Tribune

Have you heard of the new owners of Lil’ Manz Donuts? If not I will tell you all about them and some of my favorite orders. Well the owners may or may not be my parents and the old owner may or may not have been my cousin, but we are officially rockin with the donut truck. Let me tell you about the days we’re out and about, days we’re going to events, and your next favorite order.

First, if you want some drinks on a hot sunny day or night at events we got you covered we have: lemonade, Red Bull blasts/RBB, smoothies, and for some hard core people we even have espresso, drip coffee, and hot chocolate. That’s just our drinks!

Next, we have our most popular thing of all..donuts: we have a Lil’ Manz dozen, 2 bakers dozens, and 1 bakers dozen. With the options of powdered sugar and cinnamon sugar, or you can even have both! In a Lil Manz dozen there are 19 donuts, 2 bakers is 26, and 1 baker is 13 donuts.

Next my absolute favorite orders are:

*Huckleberry lemonade with 1 bakers dozen with both cinnamon sugar and powdered sugar.

*Strawberry lemonade with 1 bakers dozen with both cinnamon sugar and pow-

*2 bakers dozen with 1 cinnamon sugar and 1 powdered sugar

Lastly, here are the upcoming events we are going to:

*NAIA

*Sources of strength Color run in Orofino *Soccer storm

Well that’s all I have left for today. I hope you enjoyed my article.

The Banana Trout of Mann’s Lake

Max Hight, 1st Grade Orchards Tribune

My family and I recently went to Mann’s Lake to catch a banana trout. A banana trout is a type of albino rainbow trout. It gets it’s name because the scales are yellow, but they don’t taste like bananas!

First, we had to dig up worms to use as bait. We bottom fished, which means fishing on the bottom of the lake. We used ½ oz weights and size 6 snell hooks. We put the worms on the hooks. It took about 30 minutes to catch a banana trout, it was hard! It took me a lot of attempts before hooking one. To land a fish, you have to set the hook by whipping the line and rod. Then you step back and reel. After you land a fish, you can set it free or

How to Make Fish Nuggets: Cut up banana trout filets into strips Mix into seasoned batter of choice

Fry in oil

Eat with tartar sauce and lemon juice

Enjoy!

Information Source: www.idfg.Idaho.gov and Max’s dad