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6W -RVHSK 3HZDPR (OHPHQWDU\ 1HZV The Kindergartners and 4th Graders at St. Joseph School in Pewamo learned about volcanoes together. As a group, they created a volcano and learned about chemical reactions.

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Mellow Mushrooms Mushroom corals are very unique creatures. Most of these animals are smaller than a CD, and some are as small as a quarter. They come in many colors: orange, purple, blue, pink, red, green and all the combinations in between. Mushrooms also can be bumpy, smooth, striped or frilly.

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Related to anemones, most mushrooms have symbiotic algae that live inside them and provide them some food. They will also collect tiny bits of food in the mucus that covers their bodies and will eat that for dinner. Unlike anemones, they do not have long tentacles, but some have tentacles that they will use to keep other corals from getting too close.

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When they are scared, or not eating, the Mushrooms can be a very cool mushrooms will close up into small little bubbles. and colorful addition to a reef This protects them from predators. Although tank. They are not as picky they are sometimes the prey, they can also be about light, and they will grow the predators. The biggest mushrooms can be 1 on just about anything. These cool little animals can give your foot across and can eat small fish! tank a little character and lots of color.

Mushrooms are very important for coral reefs. They are tougher than hard corals and are not hurt by pollution as easily. They will cover dead coral and recolonize areas that have been damaged.

These little animals can can be very important and pretty darn cool.

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Mix up pancake mix and have your parents cook as normal. For colorful "mushrooms" add food coloring to the mix. To make a bumpy "mushroom" add chocolate chips to one side. To make a striped "mushroom" add stripes of jam to the top. When your pancakes are done, pile them creatively to make a colony of "mushroom corals".

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Hand Print Gift Wrap Powdered Tempera paints Cake pan White butcher or shelf paper Mix tempera paints with water to the consistency of heavy cream. Pour a small amount into the cake pan; swirl to leave a thin film on the bottom of the pan. Lay your child's hand flat in the pan to pick up paint, then lay hand flat on paper to print. Make random prints on paper.

Snow Globes Baby food jars (medium or large jars) Florist clay Small figurine White glitter or fake snow Glue gun Glue or hot glue Optional: any ribbon, garland plastic greenery

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Make sure jar is washed and clean. Note: any jar will do if you desire a larger snow globe.

Attach figurine to inside of jar lid using florist clay. If you are using a small object, it's a good idea to build up the clay so the object will appear taller. Attach any optional items with the clay (greenery, berries, etc.). Use your imagination, but make sure it is waterproof and won't dissolve.

Fill jar with water to within 1/2 inch of top. Use cold water as warm water tends to cloud. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of glitter, or snow into water.

Insert figurine in water, screw on lid. Let stand overnight, lid side up.

Use glue/sealer to ensure that it is waterproof and attach decorative ribbon over lid. You may also paint the lid rather than use ribbon. Use your imagination, the possibilities are endless!

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Before gluing or sealing the lid, make sure you have sufficient amount of glitter. Depending on the size of the jar, you may need more or less.

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Cookin’ Fun Christmas Tree Brownies Brownies: 1 package chocolate chunk brownie mix 3 tablespoons water 1/2 cup vegetable oil 2 eggs Candy-coated chocolate candies 8 pretzel nuggets Vanilla Butter Frosting: 1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened 2 cups powdered sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 to 2 tablespoons milk 3 or 4 drops green food color Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Grease bottom only of round pan, 9 x 1 1/2 inches, with shortening. Make the brownie mix as directed on package, using water, oil and eggs. Pour into prepared pan. Bake 50 to 55 minutes or until toothpick inserted 2 inches from side of the pan comes out almost clean. Cool completely, about 1 hour.

In a medium bowl, beat butter, powdered sugar and vanilla extract with a spoon until smooth. Stir in milk until spreadable. Stir in food color.

Spread frosting evenly over brownies.

To serve, cut into 8 wedges. Decorate wedges with candies to look like Christmas tree lights. Center pretzel nugget on bottom edge of each brownie wedge for tree trunk.

Rules For The Kitchen!

1. Always ask an adult if you can use the kitchen.

2. Have all the ingredients before you start.

3. Wash your hands before you touch food.

4. Wear an apron or towel to keep your clothes clean.

5. Always clean up when you are finished.

Holiday Snickerdoodles 2 tablespoons decorative red sugar 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon 2 tablespoons decorative green sugar 1 1/2 cups sugar 1/2 cup shortening 1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened 2 eggs 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons cream of tartar 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. In a small bowl, mix red sugar and 1 1/2 teaspoons of the cinnamon and then set aside. In another small bowl, mix green sugar and remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon and set aside.

In a large bowl, beat sugar, shortening, butter and eggs with electric mixer on medium speed, or mix with spoon. Stir in flour, cream of tartar, baking soda and salt.

Shape the dough into 3/4-inch balls. Roll in sugar-cinnamon mixtures.

Place about 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet.

Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until centers are almost set. Cool 1 minute; remove from cookie sheet to wire rack. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.

White Air Cookies 2 large egg whites 1/4 teaspoon salt Pinch cream of tarter spice 3/4 cup granulated sugar 2 cups (12 ounce package) Semi-Sweet Chocolate Morsels 1 package red and/or green sprinkles (optional) Preheat oven to 300 degrees F. Grease or line baking sheets with parchment paper. Beat egg whites, salt and cream of tartar in a small mixer bowl until soft peaks form. Gently fold in the morsels 1/2 cup at a time. Drop by level tablespoon onto the prepared baking sheets. Sprinkle lightly with sugar. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until meringues are dry and crisp. Cook on baking sheet for 2 minutes, then remove to wire racks to cool completely. Store in an airtight container.

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Webberville Elementary School hosted their Veterans Day Celebration assembly on Friday, November 9. 2018. Twenty-three area veterans attended representing the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marines. Principal, Jeannette Kiernan, welcomed and invited each guest to share their military experiences with the students and staff. Several students read poems and their personal notes of gratitude to the veterans. Under the direction of music teacher, Mr. Alex Ellul, each grade level stood and sang a military medley of songs.

Mrs. Suzanne Cloudman created a special music video, displaying pictures and memories the veterans shared with the school. The Webberville STARS created cards and patriotic art-

work, which second grade students presented to each veteran at the end of the assembly.

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My Throat Hurts!

If someone in your family or at school has strep throat, there is a good chance you may get it too. Strep throat is spread when healthy people come into contact with people who have it. When a person with strep throat sneezes or blows his or her nose and you are close by, or if you share the same forks, spoons, or straws, the bacteria can spread to you. If you get strep throat, you will start to feel sick within 5 days after you’ve been exposed to it.

What will you do? Tell your parents! Go to the doctor! Your doctor will look into your mouth to see if your throat is red and your tonsils are swollen and covered with white or yellow spots. He or she will also look for small red spots on the roof of your mouth.

Most of the time, strep will give you a sore throat, headache, stomach ache, and fever.

To prove that what you have is strep throat, your doctor may do one or two tests. First, the doctor can do a rapid strep test to check for strep bacteria. He or she will rub a cotton swab over the back of your throat. With this test, the doctor may be able to find out in less than 1 hour if you have strep throat.

If the first test doesn't prove anything, then your doctor may do a longer test called a throat culture. A swab from your throat will then be rubbed on a special dish and the dish will be left to sit for two nights. Sometimes this test will make you gag - but it doesn’t hurt. If you have strep throat, streptococci bacteria will usually grow in the dish within the next 1 to 2 days.

If you end up having strep throat, your doctor will give you an antibiotic which is a medicine that kills bacteria. Usually the antibiotic used for strep throat is a form of penicillin. You will take penicillin as a pill, a liquid, or a shot.

To make sure the bacteria go away completely and don't spread to other parts of your body, you must finish all of the medicine and that will usually only take a week to 10 days.

Your mom or dad may give you acetaminophen to get rid of aches, pains, and fever. You'll want to have soothing drinks, like tea and warm chicken soup. It's best to avoid spicy and acidic foods, like orange juice, because they could irritate your tender throat.

Your doctor will tell you to stay home from school until you have been taking the antibiotic for at least 24 to 48 hours. This way, you won't spread the bacteria to others.

It’s hard to prevent a sore throat. But you can take these steps to try to prevent it: • Make sure the person with strep throat covers his or her mouth when sneezing and coughing.

• Don't handle used tissues or other germy items.

• Wash your hands regularly, especially before cooking and eating.

• Wash dishes and silverware in hot, soapy water.

• Keep sores and cuts clean because strep can get in there and cause problems, too.

Strep throat is no fun, but after feeling sick for 2 or 3 days, most kids start feeling better.

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6W 0DU\ÂśV 3LQFNQH\ (OHPHQWDU\ 1HZV Students Have Lovingly i l Created 8,000 Rosaries Students at St. Mary Catholic School in Pinckney are marking the 15th year of student rosary making.

A Holy Rosary is a string of knots and beads used to count component prayers of the Holy Rosary, an important tool used to help meditate on the life of Jesus in the Catholic faith.

The tradition began in 2003 when former Teacher’s Aid Sarah Salvatore was asked by a few students to teach them how to make a rosary.

That simple request has turned into a yearly tradition and service project, involving the fourth grade class. Over the years, St. Mary fourth graders have created more than 8,000 rosaries, enough to supply three to every person residing in Pinckney.

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There is usually an end-of-year treat to celebrate their achievement.

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Ice Skating Is A Fun Activity!

Did you know that humans have been skating for thousands of years? The first skates were made from animal bones and attached to the feet with leather straps. People used skates as a way of crossing frozen lakes and rivers in the winter. In the 1850’s, figure skating began. Skaters started trying various spins and jumps on the ice.

The first World Figure Skating Championships for men were held in 1896 in Russia. The first World Figure Skating Championships for women were held in Switzerland in 1906.

Ice skating is a popular sport and thanks to indoor rinks, it can be enjoyed year round. As a competitive sport, skating includes figure skating, pair skating, speed skating, ice dancing, and ice hockey. So, one of the interesting concepts of skating is that it can be done alone, in pairs or on teams. Ice skating can be enjoyed at the ice rink or on a safe, frozen and approved body of water. Always check with your parent to make sure where you skate is safe.

Another great part about skating is that it’s enjoyed by all age groups. Ice skating is an exciting, relatively inexpensive activity that provides a great source of exercise and entertainment for the entire family. Learning to ice skate is actually quite easy and a lot of fun. It however, does require determination and a lot of practice. Some benefits of skating include gaining muscle strength, endurance, balance, coordination and flexibility.

Children must be mature enough to listen to his or her instructor and follow directions when learning to skate. Little ones of two or three years can be exposed to skating using double bladed skates for better balance. However, age four is the best age to start formal group lessons. Ice skating begins by learning how to balance on the skates and to move from point A to point B. The professionals will also teach how to fall cor-

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rectly and how to get back up! Whether you are interested in skating for recreation or pursuing competitive skating - school is the first step. Each level is designed by professionals to meet a child’s age, ability and goals.

Once this is completed, advanced skaters can move on to figure skating, ice dancing, ice hockey, synchronized or speed skating.

Whether you skate indoors or outdoors, it is important that you dress for warmth by layering your clothing. Indoor arenas are kept between 50 and 60 degrees, so jackets are recommended. If you are outside skating, you need to dress for the temperature.

Your clothing should be close fitting and comfortable. Waterproof snow suits are great for young children. Another suggestion is waterproof mittens, gloves and hat to keep ears warm. Make sure you wear a pair of warm, seamless socks.

Helmets are recommended for children 6 and under and all beginning skaters. Skates can be rented from most indoor ice rinks but, if you purchase skates, make sure they are professionally fit. Remember, you will need to have your ice COLOR skates sharpened after every ME! four to six hours of ice time

Spend your Winter Break at the Y with friends old and new! Your child(ren) will spend the day with trained YMCA staff. Each morning campers will choose from a variety of breakout sessions that will change throughout the week designed to provide your child(ren) with a new experience every day. These will include Arts and Crafts, STEM, Sports, Camp Games, Literacy, SPARK and more. Afternoons will be spent swimming, climbing the rock wall, playing Gaga, skating and much more. Bring a healthy lunch with drink, swimsuit and towel.

Everything else will be provided, including a light breakfast served between 7:30am8:30am and a healthy afternoon snack served at 4:00pm. You can sign up for just one day or for all eight days.

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