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Discovering Insects One warm summer day when I was five years old, I climbed underneath a bush to play. To my surprise, I saw hundreds of ladybugs crawling over the moist ground under the bush. I had discovered “a ladybug garden party”. I watched these wonderful insects for a long time. What an exciting discovery I had made in my Gram’s garden that day!

As you enjoy your summer vacation, take time to slow down and discover the world of insects. Being an insect detective and searching for amazing insects can be really fun. Sit beneath a tree, beside a pond, or by a flower garden. You may find a ladybug, grasshopper, ant, or even a stick bug. Whatever you find, look at its shape, color, legs, and eyes. Sometimes we only find insects we have seen before, but other times we can discover new ones. My favorite insects are ladybugs and grasshoppers. Do you have a favorite insect?

It is wonderful to watch insects living, working, eating and playing all around us.

There is always a new discovery waiting in the summer outdoors when you take the time to look.

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Republic of Azerbaijan The flag of Azerbaijan consists of three equal horizontal bands of blue (top), red, and green; a white crescent and an eight-pointed star are centered in the red band. The eight points of the star stand for the eight branches of the Turkic people.

• The capital of Azerbaijan (pronounced az-er-by-jahn) is Baku. The ancient city of Baku was an important commercial center on the Silk Road, the trade route from Europe to China. Also, Garry Kasparov, a famous chess champion, was born in Baku in 1963.

• The government is a Presidential Republic.

• Azerbaijan is the largest country in the Caucasus region of Eurasia. It is located at the crossroads of Western Asia and Eastern Europe. The boundaries are the Caspian Sea to the east, Russia to the north, Georgia to the northwest, Armenia to the west and Iran to the south. Azerbaijan is slightly smaller than the state of Maine with a total area of 33,436 square miles. The exclave (exclave is a portion of a country that is geographically separated from the main part), of Nakhichevan is bordered by Armenia to the north and east, Iran to the south and west, while having a short borderline with Turkey to the northwest.

• Azerbaijan became part of the USSR at the end of 1922. It declared independence from the Soviet Union on August 30, 1991.

• Nagorno-Karabakh, officially a part of the Republic of Azerbaijan, is under Armenian occupation since the end of the Nagorno-Karabakh War (1994), along with 7 other districts in Azerbaijan's southwest.

• The topography of Azerbaijan features the large, flat Kura-Aras Lowland (much of it is below sea level). It is surrounded on three sides by mountains. The Great Caucasus Mountains are to the north. Mount Bazarduzu, located between Russia and Azerbaijan, is the highest peak in the Great Caucasus range at 14,652 feet above sea level. The Lesser Caucasus Mountains are in the southwest and the Talish Mountains are in the south along the border with Iran.

• The country’s climate is subtropical in the eastern and central parts. The southeastern section has a humid subtropical climate. In the mountain regions the climate is alpine-like.

• There are 16 nature reserves and more than 28 forest reserves and hunting farms.

• Industries are petroleum and natural gas, petroleum products, oilfield equipment and steel.

The Burning Mountain is a rare natural wonder in the Absheron peninsula. It burns all year round due to natural gas escaping from the ground.

• Agriculture products are cotton, grain, rice, grapes and cattle.

• There are many caves in Azerbaijan. The first known fireplace and construction in human history, which is dated back from 700,000 to 500,000 years ago, was discovered in Azykh Cave (the largest cave) and is said to be one of the earliest known caves inhabited by man.

• Thousands of rock paintings in Gobustan Nature Park provide us with a glimpse of the life of the early inhabitants of the area.

• The name for Azerbaijan derives from a word for fire. It is interesting to note that Azerbaijan has large deposits of oil and the ignition of surface oil may have led to the description of the country as the "land of fire".

• In 1879 the Nobel brothers (from Sweden) set up an oil company in Azerbaijan. The Nobel Prize was partly funded with revenue from the oil production business in Baku.

• Azerbaijan is famous for its beautiful, hand-woven carpets and is rich in two kinds of “black gold” – oil and caviar (fish eggs!).

• Soup, often made with meat and sheep fat, is considered to be a staple of Azerbaijani cuisine. Tea is the most popular drink. It is often consumed through lumps of sugar or jam held in the mouth.

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The Timpani The timpani, also known as kettle drums are musical instruments in the percussion family. A timpani player may be referred to as a percussionist or a timpanist.

The timpani can be traced back to ancient times when they were known to be used in religious ceremonies by the Hebrews. In the 13th century, Arabic nakers (the timpani’s ancestor) was brought to Europe by the Crusaders and Saracens. Even though these drums were small - about 8 1/2 inches in diameCOLOR ter, they were ME! mounted to a belt and played mostly for military ceremonies. This type was used until the 16th century.

The timpani was also used in a larger size and mounted on horseback. The trumpet and timpani were the primary instruments used in the cavalry. Since the 17th century, the timpani has been used in the orchestra.

Timpani begin as a large copper bowl

which is called the resonator. A drumhead is then added to the top which is made of calfskin or plastic. Tension rods are then added to stretch the head tightly across the top of the drum. Lastly, a foot pedal is attached to allow the percussionist to quickly adjust the pitch of the drum during a performance. They are played by striking the head with a drum stick or a timpani mallet. A timpanist must determine how loud to play a note and how long the note should sound. To end a sound, the timpanist must place his/her fingers against the drumhead while holding the timpani stick with the thumb and index finger. This technique is called muffling or damping and is an important part of timpani playing. Timpani produce a definite pitch when struck and can be tuned most often with the use of a foot pedal or by tightening the drumhead with keys. The specific pitch is also determined by the drum’s size. It sounds deep and rumbly, like thunder or a cannon.

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“I Can’t Stop Itching!”

You may have a rash! A rash can also be called dermatitis (pronounced dur-muh-tahy-tis), which is a swelling or irritation of the skin. It can look red, dry, scaly, include lumps, bumps, blisters and pimples plus it’s itchy. Some rashes, combined with a fever can be signs of serious illnesses.

A type of rash called Hives can be serious because they can be a sign of an allergic reaction and you would need immediate medical attention. Hives are reddish or pale swellings that appear on your body when a chemical called histamine (pronounced his-tuh-meen) is released in response to an allergen.

The trigger can be a certain food, medicine or bug bite. A virus can also cause hives.

Here are some other common types of rashes: •Eczema is a common rash for kids. Eczema can cause dry, chapped, bumpy areas around the elbows and knees or more serious cases of red, scaly, and swollen skin all over the body.

•Irritant contact dermatitis is caused by contact with something irritating, such as a chemical, soap, or detergent. It can be red, swollen, and itchy. Even sunburn can be a kind of irritant dermatitis because it's red and might itch while it's healing.

•Allergic contact dermatitis is a rash caused by contact with an allergen. An allergen is something you are allergic to, such as rubber, hair dye, or nickel (a metal found in some jewelry).

Urushiol (pronounced yoo-roo-shee-ol), is an oil or resin contained in poison ivy, oak, and sumac, can cause this kind of rash.

Some rashes form right away and others can take several days to occur. When a rash appears, you usually know it because it will start to bother you. If you develop a rash, tell a parent or another adult as soon as you can. Try not to scratch it. If you do, the rash may take longer to heal and you'll be more likely to develop an infection or scar.

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• If bugs are biting you, have a parent help you apply some insect repellent when you'll be going outside.

• For allergic dermatitis or irritant contact dermatitis, try to avoid that substance. If you are allergic to nickel, wear only nickelfree jewelry. If you discover that bubble bath bothers your skin, don't use it.

• With eczema, stay away from harsh soaps that might dry out your skin. Make an effort to moisturize your skin with creams or lotions. Short, cool showers are a good idea, too, because hot showers and baths can further dry out your skin.

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Gerald R. Ford 38th President of United States, 1974-1977 Born July 14, 1913 in Omaha, Nebraska, he grew up in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He joined the Boy Scouts of America and attained the highest rank of Eagle Scout, which he always regarded as one of his proudest accomplishments. He is the only U.S. President who was an Eagle Scout.

Ford attended Grand Rapids South High School and was a star athlete and captain of his football team. In 1930, he was selected to the All-City team of the Grand Rapids City League. He also attracted the attention of college recruiters.

Ford starred on the University of Michigan football team as center and linebacker. He also helped the Wolverines achieve two undefeated seasons and national titles in 1932 and 1933. After U of M, Ford went to Yale, where he earned his law degree. Ford enlisted in the Navy after the attack on Pearl Harbor and he attained the rank of lieutenant commander. After the war he returned to Grand Rapids, where he began the practice of law, and entered Republican politics. A few weeks before his election to Congress in 1948, he married Elizabeth Bloomer. They had four children: Michael, John, Steven, and Susan.

Ford's reputation for integrity and openness made him popular during his 25 years in Congress. From 1965 to 1973, he was House Minority Leader. He was the first Vice President chosen under the terms of the Twenty-fifth Amendment and when Vice President Spiro Agnew resigned, Ford was nominated to take his position on October 12, 1973. In the aftermath of the Watergate scandal, Nixon was the first president ever to resign. Ford then became president on August 9, 1974.

Ford and his golden retriever, Liberty, in the Oval Office, 1974

DURING PRESIDENT FORD’S TIME IN OFFICE: • He granted former President Nixon a full pardon. He claimed it was to save the nation from the prospect of a long and messy trial.

• Ford reached an agreement with the Soviet Union on limiting nuclear arms.

• On April 30, 1975, the Viet Nam War was officially ended and he supervised the withdrawal of American troops.

• He survived two assassination attempts, both by women.

• Offered amnesty to draft evaders during the Vietnam War if they swore allegiance and performed two years of public service. Deserters during the war could return for two years in the branch they left to achieve clemency.

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antitrust law reform were approved.

After his re-election loss, Ford returned to private life in California. On Inauguration Day, President Carter began his speech: "For myself and for our Nation, I want to thank my predecessor for all he has done to heal our land.”

In August 1999, he was presented the Medal of Freedom by President Bill Clinton. This was the nation’s highest civilian award in recognition of President Ford’s role in guiding the nation through turbulent times of Watergate, the Nixon resignation and the end of the Vietnam war.

Ford remained active in the Republican Party. After experiencing health problems and being admitted to the hospital four times in 2006, Ford died in his home on December 26, 2006. He lived longer than any other U.S. president, dying at the age of 93 years and 165 days.

Michigan is home to Ford’s Presidential Library at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor and the Ford Museum in Grand Rapids.

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Mono Magic Monos, or “Finger Fish” are unique little coastal animals. The babies start out in estuaries and bays in slightly brackish water, and as they grow and get older, they move out towards the ocean and eventually live in salt water. If you were to scuba dive or snorkel to see these guys, you would see them in large schools or shoals. Staying in a group protects them from predators, by making many fish look like one big confusing fish. They are quick swimmers and will change directions fast, flashing their silver belly at you.

Monos are uniquely shaped. They are a flat diamond, with yellow fins and black lines.

Living in estuaries and reefs from Africa to Australia, they blend into their shoals and live happy lives. As they get older, they can get up to 12 inches across and will lose the yellow color as well as the stripes and be almost completely silver. There are several species of mono and they vary slightly in shape and size. They eat just about anything they can find, small insects, worms, and even vegetation. They are great omnivores. In their shoals, they will move quickly, flash their bellies and snag the food in just a split second.

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They are not territorial, but can be aggressive fish. It has been said they are a “fish with an attitude.” But they make great additions to a brackish water tank. They get along well with other peaceful fish like archer fish, mollies and scats. They will always bug each other until they find a pecking order. So don’t be surprised if your same big mono is always the one to eat first!

Brackish is the way to go!

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Rainforests Are Important To Us! Rainforests are the Earth’s oldest living ecosystems. They cover only 6% of the Earth’s surface but they contain more than half of the world’s plant and animal species!

Rainforests can be described as a tall, dense jungle. The reason it is called a “rain” forest is because of the high amount of rainfall it receives every year. The climate of a rain forest is very hot and humid so the animals and plants that exist there must adapt to this climate.

Rainforests basically have four layers to them.

• Emergent Layer - The tallest trees are the emergents (ih-murjuhnts). They tower as much as 200 feet above the forest floor and some have trunks that measure up to 16 feet around. Most of these trees are broad-leaved, hardwood evergreens. Some of the animals found in these are eagles, monkeys, bats and butterflies.

• Canopy Layer - This is the primary layer of the forest. It forms a roof over the two remaining layers. Most canopy trees have oval, smooth leaves that come to a point. Many animals live in this area since food is plentiful. Those animals can include snakes, toucans and treefrogs.

• Understory Layer - This area has little sunshine so the plants must grow larger leaves to reach the sunlight. The plants in this layer seldom grow to 12 feet. Many animals live here and they include jaguars, red-eyed tree frogs and leopards. There is also a large concentration of insects here.

• Forest Floor - This area is very dark. Almost no plants will grow here since hardly any sun reaches the forest floor. Things begin to decay quickly. A leaf that may take one year to decompose in a regular climate will disappear in 6 weeks. Giant anteaters live here.

We eat several foods from the rainforest and many medicines are made from ingredients found in these areas. Some of the common products we eat are sugar, chocolate, cinnamon, pineapples.

Some products we use are rubber and medicines.

The world’s rainforests are disappearing because of large scale harvesting of lumber. When these forests are cut down, the plants and animals that live there are destroyed and some species are at risk of becoming extinct. Besides that, the earth’s ecosystem is dis-

rupted. The rainforests produce oxygen and help clean the atmosphere.

The Amazon rainforest is the largest tropical rainforest in the world, covering over 1.4 billion acres of land. Over half of the rainforest is in Brazil but it is also located in Peru, Venezuela, Ecuador, Colombia, Guyana, Bolivia, Suriname and French Guiana. Ten percent of the world’s know species live in the Amazon. It is also home to around 2.5 million different insect species and over 40,000 plant species.

Rainforest Quick Facts • Scientists believe that there may be millions of plants and insects that have yet to be discovered in rainforests.

• Over 25% of natural medicines have been discovered in rainforests.

• Rainforests used to cover 14% of the Earth’s surface at one time.

Because of deforestation, it now covers around 6%.

• There are two types of rainforests - temperate and tropical. Temperate rainforests lie in temperate zones between the tropics and polar circles of the globe. Some examples are Western North America, South-eastern Australia and New Zealand. Tropical rainforests lie in the tropics which is around 28 degrees north or south of the equator. They are found in Asia, Africa, Central America and the Pacific Island.

• A number of tribes in areas such as Central Africa and Brazil still live in the rainforests that have no contact with the outside world.

These people depend on the forests for their food and shelter.

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Swim With Safety This Summer!

Swimming is a great way to have fun in the sun this summer!

However, safety is extremely important whenever children are near a pool or open water. Swim lessons are a must for people of all ages.

Swim lessons can teach a kid the mechanics of swimming which not only makes them safer in the water but also makes being in the water more enjoyable. Learning to swim can build a child’s confidence and self-esteem. Remember though, swim lessons are a precaution, they don’t prevent drowning. Swim lessons are NOT a substitute for water safety.

It is important to be safe in the water! People drown when too much water gets into their lungs. When that happens, lungs can’t carry enough oxygen to the brain and the rest of the body. Drowning is the second most common cause of death from injuries among kids under the age of 14. It can happen fast - sometimes less than two minutes after a kid’s head goes under the water. It leaves little time for help to arrive. Accidents can happen anywhere - even at your own house.

The following are a few safety rules for the pool.

• Make sure there is an adult watching over you at all times, even if you are in your own backyard.

• Life vests for non-swimmers should always be worn.

• Fences are around a pool for a reason - to keep kids away when there isn’t an adult or lifeguard to supervise. If the gate is closed, don’t go in!

• All pools have rules that are meant to be obeyed.

• Always swim with a buddy. NEVER swim alone.

• If you are using flotation devices, make sure they are Coast Guard approved.

• Don’t run in the pool area, walk slowly.

• Swim at a depth that is safe for you. Don’t go in the deep end if you’re just learning how to swim.

• Don’t jump on others or push them.

• Toys that float are fun. Remember though, they can help you swim but they can’t save your life.

• Don’t chew gum or eat when you swim. You could choke.

• Never dive off the side of the pool unless an adult says it’s deep enough. Always know how deep the water is and look before you jump in.

• Test the pool’s water temperature before you plunge in. Cold water can shock your body and make your blood pressure and heart rate go up. Cold water can also slow your muscles and make it hard to swim.

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Animals Native to Azerbaijan!

The East Caucasian Tur

The Karabakh Horse The symbol of a native animal in Azerbaijan is the Karabakh horse. In fact, it is currently the national animal and the official symbol of the Aghdam region. The Karabakh is a mountain-steppe racing and riding horse The Karabakh horse has a reputation for its good temper, speed, elegance, loyalty and intelligence. It is one of the oldest breeds, with ancestry dating to the ancient world. The horse was originally developed in the Azerbaijani Karabakh region in the 5th century and is named after it.

The Karabakh is not large and stands approximately 5 feet high.

They have small, fine heads with broad foreheads and large eyes.

Their neck is set high, average in length and elegant. They have bodies that are well defined with developed muscles. The Karabakh have long, strong legs.

Characteristically, Karabakh horses are chestnut or bay with a golden tint. Less commonly, Karabakh horses can be gray or have white spots.

At present, the Karabakh horse count is less than 1,000. The horse breed is in jeopardy of extinction.

The East Caucasian tur is a type of goat that lives in the eastern Caucasus Mountain range.

Their diet consists primarily of leaves and grasses with their predators typically being lynxes and wolves.

The tur grows to approximately 39 inches in height and weighs about 130 pounds. They have narrow bodies with short legs. Turs are typically dark chestnut in color during the winter months with a lighter chestnut coat during the summer months. The males have horns that curve and are about 35 inches long. The females have horns that are usually less than half the size of the males.

During the warmer months, turs feed in intervals during the night, late afternoon and mornings. The warmest hours during the day are spent resting in a sheltered location.

During the winter however, the herds of East Caucasian turs remain in open fields during the day, occasionally resting and grazing.

They travel for long distances throughout the day of 9 to 12 miles.

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