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Bizarre Black Ghost Knife Fish Although they make look fake, the black ghost knife fish are cool fish that come from the Amazon in South America. They like the warm waters of fast moving streams with sandy bottoms. South American natives named the unique fish. “Knife” is the easy part to see... from the side they look just like a machete. But where does the “ghost” come from? The native peoples think that the ghosts of our departed loved ones take up residence in the fish, hence the name. The Black Ghost Knife Fish is all black with two white bands around its tail. They also have a white stripe down their nose, and it will sometimes extend all the way to its tail. Do they look kind of slimy? That is because they don’t have scales! They move by wiggling their whole body and their bottom fin. Another cool thing about Black Ghost Knife Fish - they are slightly electric! They send out and receive little electrical impulses to find insect larvae and then the chomp on it for dinner.
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Black Ghost Knife Fish are in captivity as pets and for research. Because of their electrical charge, they are a widely studied fish. But, they are also very popular as pets. They need big tanks just to stay happy because they can get to be 2ft long! They are mostly active at night, and during the day they like to hide in caves or tunnels. They don’t even care if the tunnel is clear, as long as they can hide in it. One of their favorite sports - air bubble dancing! If you have an air stone blowing bubbles in your tank, the knife fish will swim forward and backwards A fish can do somersaults? through the bubbles all day.
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Your Muscular System The muscular system is made up of tissues that work with the skeletal system to control movement of the body. Without muscles, you couldn’t open your mouth, breathe, shake hands, walk, talk or move your food through your digestive system. Without muscles, you would not be able to do anything! Everyone’s body weight is about 40% muscle. There are over 630 muscles that help you move. Muscles can’t push - they pull. Muscles often work in pairs so that they can pull in different or opposite directions. The cells that make up your muscles contract and then relax. Microscopic fibers in these cells compress by sliding in past each other like a sliding door when you open and shut it. The cells are fed by chemical energy from the food you eat. There are three different types of muscles. The first is the Cardiac muscles that are found only in your heart. They power the action that pumps blood throughout your body. The second type are smooth muscles and like the cardiac muscles - they are involuntary. That means that you don’t know when they are doing their job! Some examples are - when you breath (movement of your diaphragm) or when your eyes blink! Or when you digest the food you eat! They are automatic movements that are controlled by the nervous system and hormones. The third type are muscles known as voluntary or skeletal muscles. They only work when you tell them to. Like the muscles in your arms and legs that help you walk or pick things up. You can also hurt your muscles - like pulling or tearing them. But, they can most often heal themselves because they are living body parts!
• Eye muscles are the busiest muscles in the body. Scientists estimate they may move more than 100,000 times per day! • The largest muscles in the body is the gluteus maximus muscles in the buttocks.
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Cookin’ Fun Ghost Pops 3 ripe bananas Popsicle sticks 2 cups white chocolate Miniature chocolate chips Peel the bananas and cut in half widthwise. Insert a popsicle stick in each half through the cut end. Wrap each half in plastic wrap and freeze for 3 hours. Melt white chocolate and frost the whole banana halves - apply with a butter knife. Set on wax paper and press in miniature chocolate chips for eyes and the mouth. Freeze until ready to serve.
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Spider Cookies 1 cup (2 sticks) of butter softened 1 1/4 cups of granulated sugar 1 egg 3 (1 ounce) squares of semisweet chocolate, melted and slightly cooled 2 1/2 cups all purpose flour 1/4 cup cocoa 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt Black licorice whips, black jellybeans, black decorating get, assorted Halloween candies. Cream the butter and sugar in a mixing bowl until fluffy. Beat in egg and then melted chocolate. Beat in flour, cocoa, baking powder and salt until combined. Divide dough in half and shape each half into a roll about 8 inches long. Wrap in wax paper or plastic wrap. Refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight. Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Take rolls out of refrigerator and cut into 1/4 inch slices. Place 1 inch apart on ungreased cookie sheet. Bake until cookies are set when lightly touched - 10 to 12 minutes. Cool completely. Cream Cheese Frosting 1 (3 ounce) packages of cream cheese softened 2 cups confectioners’ sugar Combine cream cheese and confectioners’ sugar. Spread about 1 teaspoon of frosting each on half of the cookies. Top or sandwich with the remaining cookies and spread additional frosting on the top of the sandwich. Decorate the cookies with spiders - using jellybeans for bodies and licorice for legs. To make cobweb cookies, squeeze a small amount of the black get on the middle of the cookie - use the end of a toothpick to draw get from the middle of the cookies to the edges. Then put get across to connect the gel lines in a cobweb pattern. Cookies can also be decorated with a variety of ready made Halloween candy decorations. Once the cookies are frosted, keep them refrigerated.
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Andorra • Tiny, landlocked Andorra sits almost hidden in the high Pyrenees between France and Spain in Southwest Europe. It has a population of 84,082 people as of 2011. Andorra is a microstate, or a small nation that is recognized by larger nations. Another example of a microstate is Liechtenstein. • It is a co-principality since the 13th century. It has two princes as heads of state: France’s president and Spains Bishop of LaSeu d’Urgell (a historic town just south of Andorra). The country adopted a democratic constitution in 1993, creating a parliament and limiting the power of co-princes. • Andorra’s industry includes: tourism, cattle raising, timber and banking. • Leading agricultural products include: rye, wheat, barley, oats, and sheep. Their exports are tobacco products and furniture. • The official language is Catalan, but due to it’s location between Spain and France, Spanish, Portuguese and French are also common. • Andorra la Vella is the capital city. It is also the largest city, the highest capital city in Europe and is considered the cultural center of the country. • Andorra is a member of the United Nations, • There is no official army in Andorra, but if there is a natural disaster or an emergency, all able-bodied males between ages 21 and 60 are expected to aid the situation. Interesting Facts About Andorra • Children are required to attend school between the ages of 6 and 16. There is three school options in Andorra - French, Spanish, and Andorran school systems. Parents can choose the school system. About 50% of children attend French schools, the remaining half in Andorran and Spanish schools.
• Andorra has 240 well equipped police officers and only 120 firemen! • Andorra has an average of 300 days of sunshine. Since it lies in the mountains, they get more snow in the winter and enjoy cooler weather in the summer. • Tourists passing through Andorra are estimated to be around 10.2 million annually. • There are no railways, ports, or airports in Andorra, but there are heliports. • Most of the prominent festivals of Andorra are religious festivals. Christmas, St. George’s day, Easter, St. Lucia Fair, and St. John’s Day are celebrated in the country. On St. George Day books and roses are gifted to friends and family. In the St. Lucia fair typical Christmas goods are sold in the markets. On St. John’s Day bonfires are made in every city. This day also marks the beginning of summer solstice. In Andorra many festivals are related to art and music as well, like the ‘FesPictured above is Casa de la Vall tival of Classic Music, which is (House of the Valley) which is the held every September and In- seat of the General Council - Anternational Jazz Festival organ- dorra’s parliament. The house was ized every July. built in 1580 and restored in 1962.
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The United States grew 743.8 million pounds of squash for fresh market and processing in 2011. In 2010, Michigan farms produced 132 million pounds of squash, according to the Michigan Vegetable Council. Some common examples of winter squash are butternut, buttercup, turban, delicata, hubbard, acorn and spaghetti. In the northern states, winter squash farmers frequently sell directly to retail customers as it is more of a fall holiday crop. Winter Squash is a good source of Vitamin A, fiber, low in calories, fat and sodium. One small serving can provide a third of the daily requirement for vitamin C. Winter squash can be a key ingredient in vegetable dishes, salads, soups, main dishes, breads and desserts. It’s high betacarotene content causes the golden-orange color of the squash’s flesh. Winter squash goes well with seasonings we associate with fall such as cinnamon, ginger, cloves and allspice. Many people like to sweeten acorn squash with brown sugar, maple syrup and/or honey. They also can be added to soups, stews, curries or used in making pies, cakes or other desserts. Most winter squashes are vine type plants whose fruits are harvested when fully mature. They take longer than summer squash - 3 months or more - and are best harvested once the fall cool weather sets in. They can be stored for months in a cool basement. Other differences include the skin on the winter squash is not edible and it must be cooked before it’s eaten.
Acorn Squash As you might expect, the shape of this popular winter squash resembles an enormous acorn. It has orange flesh and a ribbed skin that’s green fading to orange. It is often prepared simply: sliced in half, baked with a little butter or olive oil, and eaten straight from its bowl-like shell. You can also roast, braise, and steam acorn squash.
Winter Squash Hubbard Squash A popular squash for boiling and mashing or pureeing, hubbard squash are very big with a thick shell that’s bumpy and ranges in color from bright orange to deep green. The yelloworange flesh, meanwhile, can be a bit grainy. Hubbard squash are rich in vitamin A and also have solid amounts of iron and riboflavin.
Butternut Squash Pale yellow (almost cream colored) on the outside with somewhat sweet, orange flesh, butternut are a large winter squash with smooth but thick skin. Popular ways to prepare butternut squash include baking, simmering, braising, and steaming.
Spaghetti Squash It’s called “spaghetti squash” because, when cooked, the golden flesh separates out like strings of spaghetti. These pale yellow squash have a hard, smooth shell and are at their peak in early fall through the winter, though you can find them year-round. Spaghetti squash are commonly prepared in casseroles or baked whole (like a potato) and then the flesh separated into spaghetti-like strands and served with sauces.
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Delicata Squash Thin and pale yellow with telltale green striping, delicata squash have a tasty yellow flesh that is typically prepared by baking, frying, braising, or steaming. Also called “sweet potato squash,” they are rich in potassium, iron, and vitamins A and C. Look for them from late summer through the fall.
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Be a Leaf Peeper! Are you a “leaf peeper”? A leaf peeper is someone who loves to see the beautiful fall leaf colors. As the summer ends and fall begins, the days shorten and the temperatures cool. This change causes the green leaves of many plants and trees to turn yellow, red, or orange. When the trees become colorful, it is time to start searching for the prettiest trees. It is time to be a “leaf peeper”. You will discover that most people are leaf peepers, and you probably are too! Drawing and coloring fall leaves can be really fun. Follow the steps to draw your own leaves. After you have drawn and colored your leaves, cut them out and hang them or just create a picture by drawing several leaves on a piece of paper. Have fun leaf peeping and enjoying the fall activities! Contributed by Rebecca Nechuta
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Colds And Kids! Everyone gets a cold at one time or another and they are not fun. What is a cold? It is an infection of the upper respiratory system that affects the nose, throat and ears. The most common cold virus is the rhinovirus, but there are more than 200 other viruses that can cause colds. Because there are so many viruses, there isn’t a vaccination or shot available to prevent colds! So how do you catch a cold? It’s easy. Mucus is the wet stuff inside the nose. When a person sneezes or coughs, mucus drops float in the air. Breathing in these drops can spread a cold from one person to another. You can also catch a cold if you touch your eyes or nose after handling something with the cold virus on it such as door knobs, school desks, telephones or video games. So it’s important to wash your hands thoroughly and frequently. When the cold virus sticks to the protective lining inside of your nose and throat - it triggers an immune system reaction that can cause a sore throat and headache and make it hard to breathe through the nose. Runny noses and sneezing actually help to prevent viruses from invading other parts of your body. You sneeze because your nerves detect the irritation in your nose and get the lungs to push a blast of air out through your nose and mouth. Did you know that a sneeze can travel at more than 100 miles per hour and up to 12 feet through the air! Colds are also most contagious during the first 2 to 4 days after symptoms appear. Cold symptoms are signs or clues that tell us when we’re sick. They usually take 2 to 3 days to begin after you’ve been in contact with a cold virus. If you have some of the symptoms listed - you probably have a cold. Mom or Dad need to be the first to know and you may need to go see your family doctor. Some symptoms are: • Low fever • Body chills or muscle aches • Itchy or sore throat • Sneezing, running nose, and watery eyes. • Coughing • Feeling tired and not hungry. • Congestion - when your nose is stuffy and it’s hard to breathe. If You Have Caught A Cold - Here’s Some “Feel Better” Tips: • Hot drinks soothe coughs and sore throats while also clearing mucus. So eat (or drink) your chicken soup!
• A steamy shower helps stuffy or irritated noses. Or run a humidifier (a small, quiet machine that sprays fine cool mist in the air) to relieve your scratchy throat, stuffy nose, and itchy eyes. Humidifiers make room air moist, which loosens mucus. • Practice healthy habits. Your immune system will be ready to fight colds if you eat a balanced diet, get plenty of sleep, and keep your body fit through regular exercise. • Blowing your nose is the best way to get rid of mucus. • Rest. Take a nap or go to bed a little earlier for a few nights. • Kids who are stressed out feel worse when they have colds. Relax and use the time to read, listen to music, or watch a movie. To Help Prevent A Cold From Spreading: • Wash your hands thoroughly and frequently, especially after blowing your nose. • Cover your nose and mouth when coughing or sneezing. Sneeze or cough into a shirtsleeve - not your hands. This helps prevent the spread of germs. • Do not use the same towels or eating utensils as someone else. Do not drink from the same glass, can or bottle. • Do not pick up other people’s used tissues.
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Seniors Pay a Special Visit to District Youth Over 20 Eastern seniors clad in their caps and gowns paid a visit to Pattengill and Fairview ahead of their graduation ceremony. At Pattengill they spoke to 6th grade classes – giving advice and answering questions the students had. Some of them even had a chance to visit with their former teachers while at the school. When they stopped at Fairveiw, they enjoyed a clap-out as they walked through the halls. The seniors enjoyed themselves and the younger students were incredibly excited to see them. What a great way to bring their journey at the Lansing School District full-circle!
Summer Food-Service Program ALL Lansing kids and teens 18 years and under were able to get FREE, healthy meals throughout the summer! Families relying on school meals during the school year may KDYH GLI¿FXOW\ PHHWLQJ QHHGV GXULQJ VXPPHU PRQWKV 7KH Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) provided access to nutritious, balanced meals during the summer in various locations throughout the community. Lansing School District and SodexoMAGIC provided service to over 50 locations that served breakfast and/or lunch which consisted of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, protein and low-fat milk. These meals helped children grow and learn during the summer months providing them with the opportunity to be healthy and the opportunity to reach their learning potential during the school year.
Lansing School District Sponsored By The Westside YMCA
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AT THE LANSING SCHOOL DISTRICT!
• The Lansing School District has 27 schools which include offerings in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics), STEM, Spanish and Chinese Immersion, Global Studies, New Tech High, Visual and Performing Arts, International Baccalaureate, Montessori and many additional specialty offerings. • Over 85% of Eastern, Everett, and Sexton students move on to a two- or fouryear university. • The Lansing Promise scholarship awards all graduates of Lansing public schools - who attend four consecutive years - the financial assistance necessary to obtain a two-year degree or its equivalent at an eligible school. • Lansing School District students selected for the H.O.P.E. scholarship program as sixth graders, upon completion of high school, are awarded two free years of tuition at Lansing Community College. • On May 3, 2016 the Lansing voters overwhelmly approved a $120 million dollar bond that will improve facilities at all of our schools and will support the Lansing Pathway Promise.
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