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1HZ &RYHQDQW &KULVWLDQ (OHPHQWDU\ 1HZV The 5th and 6th graders at New Covenant Christian School had the opportunity to participate in some activities that were hosted by Michigan State University as a part of their Science Festival!

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Republic Of Turkey • Turkey is at the northeast end of the Mediterranean Sea in southeast Europe and southwest Asia. To the north is the Black Sea and to the west is the Aegean Sea. Its neighbors are Greece and Bulgaria to the west, Russia, Ukraine, and Romania to the north and northwest (through the Black Sea), Georgia, Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Iran to the east, and Syria and Iraq to the south. Turkey is transcontinental, meaning it spans two continents. Turkey in Europe comprises an area about equal to the state of Massachusetts. Turkey in Asia is about the size of Texas. Its center is a treeless plateau rimmed by mountains.

• The government is a Republican Parliamentary Democracy.

• Ankara is the capital. The largest city is Istanbul. Istanbul, initially Constantinople, was the capital of the Byzantine Empire and the Ottoman Empire.

• Industries include textiles, food processing, autos, electronics, mining (coal, chromite, copper, boron), steel, petroleum, construction, lumber and paper.

• Natural resources are antimony, coal, chromium, mercury, copper, borate, sulfur, iron ore, arable land, hydropower.

• Exports are apparel, foodstuffs, textiles, metal manufactures and transport equipment.

• Mustafa Kemal, celebrated by the Turkish State as a Turkish World War I hero and later known as "Ataturk" or "father of the Turks," led the founding of the Republic of Turkey on October 29, 1923 after the collapse of the 600-year-old Ottoman Empire and a three-year war of independence.

• Turkey’s climate is temperate with hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters. The weather is harsher in the interior of the country.

Interesting Facts About Turkey • The famous Trojan Wars took place in Western Turkey, around the site where the Trojan horse rests today.

• St. Peter’s Church in Antioch is often called the first Christian church built by man.

• The oldest known human settlement is in Catalhoyuk, Turkey (7th Millenium B.C.)

• Turkey is home to two of the seven wonders of the ancient world. The first is the Temple of Artemis in Ephesus. The second is the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus, in southwestern Turkey.

• Turks introduced coffee to Europe.

• Istanbul is the only city in the world built on two continents.

• Anatolia is the birthplace of historic legends, such as Homer (the poet), King Turkey is famous for its rugs and carpets. Pictured is a Midas, Herodotus (the fa- rug designed with he double knotting technique called ther of history), and St. the Gordian Knot.

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• The number of species of flowers in Turkey is approximately 9,000, of which 3,000 are endemic (native to Turkey only).

• The oldest known shipwreck on Earth was found and excavated in Uluburun near Kas, in the Mediterranean region of Turkey.

• The highest peak in Turkey is Mount Agri. It is also said to be the place where Noah's Ark came to This is an ancient Amphitheatre in Anatolia. rest.

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The matted row system is best for June bearing plants. The strawberries are planted 18 to 30 inches apart in rows 3 to 4 feet apart. Daughter plants are allowed to root freely. They become a matted row no wider than two feet.

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Cookin’ Fun Caramel Waldorf Salad 4 cups red apples, cored and diced 1 cup chopped walnuts 1 cup seedless red or green grapes 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese 2 jars caramel ice cream topping 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk 1/2 cup sour cream Combine apples, grapes and walnuts in a large clear glass bowl. In another bowl combine cream cheese, 1 jar caramel ice cream topping, sweetened condensed milk and sour cream. Fold into apple mixture. Pour second jar caramel ice cream topping over top of salad if desired. Sprinkle with chopped walnuts.

Broccoli Casserole

Crockpot Beef Stew 2 pounds lean beef stew meat, cut into 1 inch cubes 1/4 cup all purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 clove garlic, minced 1 bay leaf 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 1 onion, chopped 1 1/2 cups beef broth 3-4 potatoes, diced 4 carrots, sliced 1 stalk celery, chopped Optional - peas, green beans - about 1 cup Place meat in the slow cooker. In a small bowl, mix together the flour, salt and pepper. Pour mixture over meat and stir to coat the meat with the flour mixture. Stir in the garlic, bay leaf, paprika, Worcestershire sauce, onion, beef broth, potatoes, carrots and celery. Cover and cook on low setting for 10 to 12 hours or on high setting for 4 to 6 hours.

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2 (16 ounce) packages frozen, chopped broccoli 1 medium onion, chopped* Seasoned salt 3/4 cup mayonnaise 1 can condensed cream of mushroom soup 2 eggs 2 cups (8 ounces) sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded 1 cup Ritz crackers, crushed 1/4 cup melted butter or margarine Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Cook broccoli according to package directions. Drain thoroughly. Sprinkle with seasoned salt to taste.

In large bowl combine broccoli with mayonnaise, soup, eggs and cheese and then blend thoroughly. Pour into greased 13 x 9 x 2-inch pan. Sprinkle with cracker crumbs and drizzle crumbs with the melted butter. Bake for 30 minutes.

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Bengal Tiger The Bengal Tiger resides in several countries; India, Bangladesh, Nepal, and Bhutan. The population is quite small, estimated at 1,706–1,909 in India, 440 in Bangladesh, 163–253 in Nepal and 67–81 in Bhutan. Tigers like forest habitats and many of them live in national parks. Tigers are also really special, because they are the national animal of both India and Bangladesh, as well as the mascot for many sports teams and companies.

Tigers are really big! Males are on average 110 to 120 inches long and about 35 to 43 inches tall. Females are 94 to 104 inches long. Females weigh about 220 to 350 pounds and males weigh about 400 to 570 pounds!

Bengal Tigers usually live in moist and dry forests and grasslands. Many of the reserves meant just for them are located in these areas. Tigers are carnivores, which means they eat meat!

They prey on ungulates, hog deer, sometimes even porcupines,

and much more. They rarely hunt humans, and only attack when provoked.

Most tiger young are born in December and April. When they are 2 or 3 years old, they start to branch off from the family group to find an area to claim as their own territory.

Poaching is a very big problem for tigers. They are often used as hunting prizes, and their fur is valuable. Many reserves lost large populations of their tigers due to humans hunting them. The total population of Bengal tigers in the world has shrunken significantly over the years.

This means that they are an endangered species and efforts are taken to protect them.

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Are You Hungry Again?

Eating is something we all do! Most children eat three meals a day and most kids snack. Why do kids snack? Because kids need to refuel their body, especially when they are active - like playing games, running, walking, jumping, swinging, etc. Everything you do takes energy and eating correctly helps you make energy. Without energy - your body and your brain get tired.

A good rule of thumb with snacks though, is if you aren’t hungry, don’t eat and don’t snack too close to mealtimes. It’s very important to eat your well balanced meal.

It’s also never good to eat food because you are bored or just watching television.

Over-doing on snacks is never a good idea.

What is a healthy snack? Junk food is not healthy. Try to avoid food with high sugar or high fats in them. They will not keep you satisfied for very long. Potato

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chips have lots of calories and fat and so do candy bars.

Soda pops contain high levels of sugar.

Healthy snacks will give you more energy and nutrients.

Let’s look at some great choices. Take oranges for instance.

They will give you quick energy as you eat it and vitamin C for later. Whole grains such as breads and muffins will make you feel full longer.

Here’s some healthy snack choices: • Fresh fruit such as apples, bananas, grapes, oranges, strawberries, blueberries, melons, etc.

• Dried fruits, including raisins and prunes.

• Fruit cups or canned fruit in water, 100% fruit juice • Raw vegetables - including carrots, celery, broccoli, cauliflower that can be served with a low-fat dip or dressing.

• Dairy products such as low-fat cheese, yogurt, pudding or a homemade fruit smoothie.

• Whole grain snacks. These can include some breakfast cereals, crackers, cereal bars, baked chips, popcorn (without added butter) or pretzels.

• Popsicles made with 100% fruit juice.

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Cookin’ Fun Caramel Waldorf Salad 4 cups red apples, cored and diced 1 cup chopped walnuts 1 cup seedless red or green grapes 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese 2 jars caramel ice cream topping 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk 1/2 cup sour cream Combine apples, grapes and walnuts in a large clear glass bowl. In another bowl combine cream cheese, 1 jar caramel ice cream topping, sweetened condensed milk and sour cream. Fold into apple mixture. Pour second jar caramel ice cream topping over top of salad if desired. Sprinkle with chopped walnuts.

Broccoli Casserole 2 (16 ounce) packages frozen, chopped broccoli 1 medium onion, chopped* Seasoned salt 3/4 cup mayonnaise 1 can condensed cream of mushroom soup 2 eggs 2 cups (8 ounces) sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded 1 cup Ritz crackers, crushed 1/4 cup melted butter or margarine

Crockpot Beef Stew 2 pounds lean beef stew meat, cut into 1 inch cubes 1/4 cup all purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 clove garlic, minced 1 bay leaf 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 1 onion, chopped 1 1/2 cups beef broth 3-4 potatoes, diced 4 carrots, sliced 1 stalk celery, chopped Optional - peas, green beans - about 1 cup

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Cook broccoli according to package directions. Drain thoroughly. Sprinkle with seasoned salt to taste.

In large bowl combine broccoli with mayonnaise, soup, eggs and cheese and then blend thoroughly. Pour into greased 13 x 9 x 2-inch pan. Sprinkle with cracker crumbs and drizzle crumbs with the melted butter. Bake for 30 minutes.

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Place meat in the slow cooker. In a small bowl, mix together the flour, salt and pepper. Pour mixture over meat and stir to coat the meat with the flour mixture. Stir in the garlic, bay leaf, paprika, Worcestershire sauce, onion, beef broth, potatoes, carrots and celery. Cover and cook on low setting for 10 to 12 hours or on high setting for 4 to 6 hours.

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.

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Fun Games To Play Outside!

Spring means we’re all outside more! Yeah! That is a fun place to play games and enjoy the companionship of many friends and make new ones! The following are games you can play with more than one person.

Catch One, Catch All! Catch One, Catch All is usually played in a large field or yard with at least 10 participants. One person in the group is “it.” The first person she or he tags is also “it.” Now, the two “its” chase the others who when tagged are “its” also, and so on, until the last person is caught. The last person caught is “it” for the next round of play. There is no real winner, just pride in being the last one caught.

Simon Says One person is chosen to be “Simon” and the rest stand in a straight line. The Simon begins by calling out an action for the rest to follow. It can be anything like, “Simon says to touch your toes” or “Simon says to jump 10 times on 1 foot.” Everyone must follow that instruction. But when the Simon simply says the action by itself...”touch your ears” or “clap your hands” - then whoever does that action is out and has to sit down. You can use different actions according to the age group of children you are playing with. The last person who is standing becomes the next “Simon.”

Red Rover, Red Rover This game is when the kids form two opposing lines and attempt to”break through” the opposing team’s line. At first two teams are chosen of equal size, and they form two lines, facing each other

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and holding hands. One side starts by picking a person on the opposing team and saying “Red Rover, Red Rover, send (Molly) right over.” Molly then lets go of her teammates hands and begins a headlong rush for the other line. Her goal is to break through the line by overpowering the kid’s hand hold on each other. If Molly breaks through, she chooses one person from the opposing team to join her team and they both go back and join in their line. If she fails to break through, Molly becomes part of the other team. Each team alternates calling people over until one team has all the people and is pronounced the winner. The best part is that, since all the players are on the winning team at the end, there really are no losers in the game. Just remember that the goal is not to hurt each other, it’s to play.

Freeze Tag This is another version of the game of Tag. One person is still “it”, but when they touch someone, that person is “frozen” in place.

They cannot move and must stand with their feet apart. The only way they can become unfrozen is if a person crawls under their legs! Play continues until all the players are frozen. Then the last person to be frozen is “it” for the next game.

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