2011
WELCOME TO THE WINTER
EDITION OF EKIDS MAGAZINE
Once again it’s chock full of students here in Enid and the surrounding area as they continue their adventure of learning and growth. I can’t begin to thank all the school administrators who have bent over backwards to give our E Kids team access to our local and regional schools. A tip of the hat as well to the many businesses who wanted to be supportive of our kids and our schools through E Kids. A final note. Take a look at our contents page and the many names listed who are a part of making E Kids happen on our end. This leads me to a massive thank you to LynnDe Funk who helped launch this publication and was essentially doing all of the work for E Kids as a staff of one with layout assistance from former Eagle Creative Director Amber Bailey prior to this issue. As we’ve talked with sponsors and the folks at the various schools, it is obvious how highly they regard LynnDe and E Kids. She has stepped away from E Kids and we will miss her energy and passion for the project. Also, an ongoing thanks to Amber Graham Fitzgerald with the Enid Public Schools who has provided content, proofing, logistical support and wisdom. Lots of educational wisdom.
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E-Kontents December 2011
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2nd graders Tamira Lewis, Nathan Tapp, Dylan Jones, Haylee Jackson & Ashly Chavez race to the top of the rock wall.
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1. 4th graders Ozila Hong & Jade Henderson make selections at the book fair. 2. Mrs Wallin's 3rd graders, Ashley Callaghan & Jordan Lee, are taking AR quizzes during computer time. 3. Mrs Vincent's 2nd graders, Fenua Madison, Abigayle Counce & Jackson Haddock, are enjoying music time outside while playing "Charlie over the Ocean". 4. After running 2 laps for physical fitness training, 1st graders Max Fossett, Tanner Parker, Kaleb Dikes & Holden Caldwell, line up in order and wait to hear their times. 5. 1st graders Madilyn Goins, Avery Robertson, Jada Thompson & Savannah Brueggemann play on the playground during PE.
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Well-meaning parents or grandparents often tell children not to do something with the warning that a serious health implication could result. Kids often take their elders at their word. But some of these warnings bear more truth than others. Here's the scoop on some of the more common misconceptions.
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DON'T SWIM RIGHT AFTER EATING.
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IF YOU KEEP YOUR EYES CROSSED TOO LONG, THEY WILL GET STUCK THAT WAY. The muscles in the eye are just like any muscles elsewhere in the body. Although they may tire and get sore, they are relatively resilient and can
The basis of this mantra is that when digesting food, the digestive system pulls blood away from the muscles and the idea is that you could cramp up and drown. While you may have less energy to swim vigorously, chances are you won't be so weak as to drown. Although many health myths prevail, knowing the truth can help parents educate their children better about which behaviors are safe and which are risky.
take a lot of wear and tear. Crossing your eyes may tax these muscles, but you won't do any permanent harm. Rest assured that crossing the eyes will not leave them stuck that way.
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Swallowed chewing gum stays in the stomach for seven years. While chewing gum cannot be digested and is meant to be chewed and not swallowed, accidentally swallowing a piece here and there won't cause major issues. That's because the gum will simply pass through the digestive system whole and come out with stool. If a large amount of gum is swallowed in a short period of time, then there could be issues, including constipation and intestinal blockage in children.
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