Big Mama Costume RM10.00 off on rented costumes Get a free gift for costume rental charges of RM150 & above (for first time customers) Up to 15% discount off on party planner and services Big Mama Costume Rental Ent. No. 54 Jalan Setiabakti Damansara Heights 50490 Kuala Lumpur T: 016 221 0005 E: bigmamacostume@gmail.com
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25% discount on all programmes Valid for in-house courses Terms and conditions apply
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Mikhaela Collection Your Child’s Fashion Destination
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Superkidz Club Cool benefits, discounts & giveaways from our merchant partners
7 From the Editor 8 Speak Up Let kids be heard! 9
Check it Out Don’t miss out on these, kids!
12 Superkid Kids got talent! 14 16 18 20
Kiddie Box Office Spy Next Door Tooth Fairy True Legend Percy Jackson & The Lightning Thief
21 Take Five Have time out with these trivia, games & puzzles
28 Arts & Crafts Bring out the artist in you! 28 Whassup Happenings in & outside your school! 31 Superkidz Club Bulletin A recap & a rundown of what’s keeping our members busy 32 The Write Stuff Contributions from our Superkidz Club Members 33 Superkidz Club birthday celebrants
Contests & Freebies! 14 16 18 20
Spy Next Door movie contest Tooth Fairy movie contest True Legend movie contest Percy Jackson & The Lightning Thief movie contest
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Kit W. Lim PUBLISHER Issa Rodriguez EDITOR Cindy Chin MANAGING & PRODUCTION EDITOR Cedric Woon GRAPHIC DESIGNER Kok Si Si ILLUSTRATOR Shivaani Tisha Das CONTRIBUTORS K. Lim ADVERTISING SALES & MARKETING TS Bee CIRCULATION & ACCOUNTS MANAGER / ADMINISTRATIVE DEPARTMENT De One Baby & Family Digital Photo Studio PHOTOGRAPHER PUBLISHER Epitome Communications Sdn Bhd (570021-X) 10.01 Wisma Lim Foo Yong 86 Jalan Raja Chulan 50200 Kuala Lumpur TELEPHONE 03-2144 5733 FAX 03-2144 6733 EMAIL kidz@epitome.com.my
For Kids, By Kids Two years ago, Kidz magazine gave birth to Superkidz. And we dared to do the daring - a magazine made up almost entirely of the creative work of children. We let our Superkidz Club members, aged three to 15, as well as invited some non-members to let us into the world of creative young people to contribute their articles, commentaries, short stories, poems, reviews, puzzles, jokes, research, photos, artwork or pose as models for Superkidz Magazine. And, boy, were we right! Who else can better speak in the language of children than the kids, themselves? Who else can imagine things as fabulously and grab the attention of fellow youngsters than the little ones?
We have seen works of astonishing power. We are thrilled to receive children’s works but due to the limited space, we have selected the best jewels that reflect beautiful writing and original ideas that capture a slice of life from the eyes of children. Over time, we have been inspired by these aspiring writers, researchers, reporters, models, photographers and artists that have put in a fresh, lively and strongly felt impact we, adults, can’t possibly make! So in 2010, we continue to encourage children of all ages to contribute to Superkidz. Aside from being part of our cover models’ pool and Junior Writers’ Guild, you can become our reporter to cover exclusive events, interview personalities, review movies, books, products, services, restaurants and family-oriented establishments. We also encourage you to become philanthropists by getting involved in our charitable and humanitarian projects. At the same time, you can nominate yourself or someone you know to be featured in Superkid where we will write about your academic, athletic, artistic or socio-civic achievements. But, let’s not forget, the parents and grown-ups to send in contributions on topics like science, nature, technology and other articles that paint pictures of historical events, or that use colourful, down-to-earth imagery to explain the world’s many phenomena. Superkidz has great respect for the young audience. So we want stories and articles that are relevant to their world and grab the young ones right away. Without writing “down” to children or moralising with them, we want articles that are sensitive to children.
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Speak Up Let kids be heard!
What do you do if your friends keep telling you to lose weight, but your mum keeps pestering you to eat more? I don’t know… I’m so confused! I like the way I look, but I want to fit in, too. It’s hard to talk to my mum, because she’ll just start nagging again. Grumpy but not fat, sent via email
A: Knock! Knock! B: Who’s there? A: Luke B: Luke who? A: Look out! I’m gonna steal your dessert! Sent in by friends Justin (7) & Luke (7)
I have many friends but I hate three of them; that is, Izzah,Eizlyn and Ifffah. They always make me angry. I hate them because they always talk about me at school but I don't know why? I never tell my mother about this because my mother is always busy, but at least I'm not lonely at school. Elihanis, sent via email
Model:s Superkidz Club members & sisters (top to bottom) Crystal, Jade & Ruby Lim
A: Knock! Knock! B: Who’s there? A: Justin B: Justin who? A: Just in time for dessert!
As the eldest in the family, I always feel like my parents expect the most from me. So my father always pushes me to be the top in my class. But I don’t want to be a doctor. I am interested in computers. I hope I will have the courage to tell my father soon, before I go to college. Worried, sent via email
If dad’s not happy, we all stay quiet. But if mummy’s not happy, we all run away! The last one will get scolded! Angie (6)
If you have something to shout about regarding anything under the sun, send us an email at submit@kidz.my (Subject: Comments)
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Check It Out The Ultimate Craft Book for Kids Published by: Parragon Books Price: RM39.90 Reading level: 7 - 14 years old
Are you bored? Can’t find anything to do? Grounded at home? This book is sure to come in handy! The Ultimate Craft Book for Kids is full of exciting things to make and do, and it's sure to become a firm favourite once you discover how easy it is to create impressive-looking cool stuff. The projects are perfect for filling rainy days, making something for a special occasion or just for having a couple of hours of creative fun. Get it and start your own awesome projects! Useful sections that are sure to inspire include: - paper craft - recycling ideas - food fun - great gifts - models - toys and games - nature craft - special occasions
Enchanted Glass
Published by: HarperCollins Price: RM45.90 Reading level: 8 - 12 years old A brilliant, intricate and magical novel from the Godmother of British fantasy! Andrew Hope has a grandpa who is actually a magician. After his death, Andrew discovers that his grandfather had left his house and field-of-care to him. Although he spent much of his childhood at the house, Andrew has forgotten much but still remembers lots, like the very strong-minded staff. Andrew recalls how his grandfather used to put large vegetables on the roof of the shed and they would vanish in the morning – so weird! He also remembers the very colourful stained-glass window in the kitchen door, which he knows is important to protect. Into this mix comes young Aidan Cain, who turns up from the orphanage asking for safety. Exactly who he is and why he's there remain unclear, but a strong connection between the two becomes apparent. There is a mystery to be solved, and nothing is as it appears to be. But nobody can solve the mystery, until they find out exactly what it is!
Candy Fairies #1: Chocolate Dreams Candy Fairies #2: Rainbow Swirl Published by: Alladdin Price: RM16.90 Reading level: 9 - 12 yrs old Welcome to the Sugar Valley, where the Candy Fairies have magical adventures. In Chocolate Dreams, Cocoa the Chocolate Fairy is so excited! The fairy princess picked her to watch over the special chocolate eggs for the spring Egg Parade. Then right before the parade, the eggs go missing from the nest! Can Cocoa and her friends solve the egg mystery before the big day? In Rainbow Swirl, Candy Fair is one of the biggest candy events in Sugar Valley. Raina the Gummy Fairy is serious about winning first prize. So she diligently follows all the rules to make the perfect new candy. Then a terrible storm blows through Gummy Forest, and all of Raina's dreams are washed away...!
All information on books were provided by MPH Distributors. All books featured are available at major bookstores nationwide. January - February 2010
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Check It Out Thrilling premieres on Disney Channel (Astro Channel 615)! January Highlights • Enchanted January 9 (Saturday) @ 7.30pm
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A classic Disney fairytale collides with modernday New York City! A fairytale princess Giselle is banished by an evil queen from her magical, musical animated land and finds herself in the gritty reality of the streets in Manhattan. Shocked by this strange new environment that doesn’t operate on a “happily ever after” basis, Giselle is now adrift in a chaotic world badly in need of magical enchantment. Then a charmingly flawed divorce lawyer comes along to her aid and Giselle begins to fall in love with him. But she is already promised to a perfect prince charming back home. So Giselle finds herself in a dilemma – can a storybook view of romance survive in the real world? Starring Amy Adams, Susan Sarandon, Patrick Dempsey and James Marsden, don’t miss this modern-day fairy tale with memorable characters, colourful animation and catchy songs!
• Super Robot Monkey Team Hyperforce Go! Series premieres on January 15 (Friday) @ 5.30pm It’s all about monkey power in Disney Channel’s premiere of the highly exciting animation series Super Robot Monkey Team Hyperforce Go! In this series, Chiro is a seemingly normal kid until he finds an abandoned giant robot that releases a team of five enhanced monkey heroes – the Super Robot Monkey Team! Now, bonded by a mysterious energy known as the Power Primate, the monkeys are Chiro’s friends, instructors and fellow fighters, and he is their destined leader. Together, they are an unstoppable team battling to save their city from the evil Skeleton King and his legion of bizarre monsters. • The Suite Life on Deck January 30 (Saturday) @ 4.30pm All aboard! The twins – Zack and Cody Martin - are back for the season two premiere of Suite Life on Deck! In the series, Zack and Cody cruise the world on the SS Tipton. They are students of Seven Seas High - the same school London attends - the one school that London’s Dad thinks will make his spoiled daughter a better student. While out to sea, Zack and Cody have their compass pointed towards mischief as they take excursions to exciting locales including Greece, India, Italy and travel through the Bermuda Triangle. Joining the twins in this new season is Marcus Little, a former singing sensation whose career ended when his voice changed. What sort of trouble will the group get themselves into this season? Stay tuned to find out! 10
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• Skyrunners Movie premieres on January 22 (Friday) @ 7.30pm What would you do if you discover a UFO? Nick and Tyler are about to find that out in the movie premiere of Skyrunners! The story begins as Nick and Tyler navigate typical teen issues in high school. On their way home, they discover a UFO that crashed near town. They soon realise it is ‘alive’ and begin to communicate with the spacecraft. Soon, Tyler develops superhuman abilities and the brothers are pursued by the Agent Armstrong of the National Space Security Command. While Nick is preoccupied with ‘girl issues‘, Tyler grapples with his new superhuman powers. He develops a special bond with the spacecraft and when aliens plot to take over the Earth, Tyler tries unsuccessfully to warn Nick. With no one to turn to, Tyler reaches out to Agent Armstrong but regrets it when extraterrestrials kidnap him and damage the spacecraft. Now, it’s up to Nick to fix the UFO so he can rescue his brother and save Earth from destruction!
All new on Cartoon Network (Astro Channel 616)! • Ben 10 Alien Force Every Monday @ 8pm Five years after the original series, a 15-yearold Ben Tennyson must put the Omnitrix back on to rescue Grandpa Max from a new foe. This time around, it is the Highbreed and their DNAlien servants who are joined by the Forever Knights. Unable to complete this task by himself, he is joined by his cousin Gwen and a reformed Kevin. Don’t miss this if you’re a fan!!
Check It Out • New episodes of Transformers: Animated January 4 – 20; Weekdays @ 6pm Optimus Prime and his misfit crew of Autobots crash land on a backwater planet called Earth after battling Megatron and his army of ruthless Decepticons over the possession of The Cube – Cybertron’s most precious and powerful artifact. Taking the form of emergency vehicles in response to an industrial accident, Optimus and the Autobots become ‘superheroes’ to the human inhabitants. Sworn to protect The Cube and their new adopted home, the Autobots have a huge responsibility to Cybertron and an even more huge reputation to live up to on Earth! • New episodes of Secret Saturdays Every Friday @ 8pm Join the adventures of Doc, Drew and Zak Saturday, a family of worldsaving scientists called The Secret Saturdays. They live in a hidden base and are part of a network of scientists who protect against all the underlying evil in the world. To the Saturdays, ordinary folk-tales aren't just legends, but real-life mysteries and adventures: From the Gobi Desert to the Marianas Trench, they explore ancient temples and bottomless caves and tangle with twisted villains. Away from adventure, the Saturdays, with their hyper-exotic pets Fiskerton Komodo and Zon, are just a warm, loving family getting through everyday growing pains and squabbles. • Popcorn premiere - Naruto: Legend of Stone of Gelel January 30 (Saturday) @ 11am & 6pm
Naruto, Shikamaru, and Sakura are executing their mission of delivering a lost pet to a certain village. Then troops led by the mysterious knight, Temujin, attack them. In the violent battle, the three become separated. Temujin challenges Naruto to a fight at the end of the fierce battle. Furthermore, Shikamaru, having been left behind, beholds a giant moving fortress as it appears before his very eyes. In order to get a grasp on the situation, he infiltrates the fortress by himself but once there, he witnesses a frightening sight...
• New episodes of Batman: The Brave & The Bold Starts January 15; Every Friday @ 8pm Batman isn't going at it alone this time! The Caped Crusader teams up with heroes from across the DC Universe, delivering nonstop action and adventure with a touch of comic relief. Although their differing powers and personalities are often at odds with the Dark Knight's style, Blue Beetle, Green Arrow, Aquaman and others fight crime alongside Batman. With formidable foes around every corner, Batman still relies on his stealth, resourcefulness and limitless supply of cool gadgets to uphold justice.
• Naruto: Ninja Clash in the Land of Snow January 30 (Saturday) @ 9am Naruto and his team are sent on a mission to guard Yukie, a popular actress. The crew is heading toward the Land of Snow, a land forever covered in snow, to shoot the final scenes of the film. When Yukie refuses to go and escapes from the set, she is brought back by force by Naruto and his teammates. Little do they know, there are three rogue Snow Ninjas lying in wait that forces Yukie to make a crucial decision and face her hidden past • Popcorn premiere – Barbie & The Three Musketeers© January 16 (Saturday) @ 11.30am & 6pm January 24 (Sunday) @ 11.30am & 6pm A re-telling of the classic story by Alexandre Dumas, this animated feature film follows the story of D'Arcy as she embarks on a Parisian adventure to become a real musketeer assigned to protect the royal family! A global brand that has inspired and captivated millions of young girls for decades, Barbie continues to entertain new and old generations alike with these imaginative tales of fantasy and girl power!
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Superkid
Exemplary. Outstanding. Courageous. Are you a Superkid?
Talent competitions may be a dime a dozen, but the kids that take part are anything but ordinary! Each of them has their own story to tell and simply love to make their parents proud by excelling. At a recent competition, a few of them certainly stood out from the rest with their amazing performances! Everyone has a hero they look up to or admire. For the young ones, heroes are people (real or fictional) that they dream of becoming one day. That was the theme of the Magnolia Wonderkids Search 2009 that was a quest for Malaysia’ most outstanding young achievers with heaps of talent, creativity and intellect. Following a rousing success in 2008, the competition’s aim - to show that there is a wonderkid in every child waiting to be discovered - once again received overwhelming response. Divided into two age groups - Group A (three to six years old) and Group B (seven to 12 years old) - kids from around the country were asked to draw their ‘Inner Super Hero’ and submit it in the preliminary stage of the contest. The contest period started in September 2009 and ended on 30th November 2009. Then the 100 most creative drawings that impressed the judges were selected and each won a Magnolia hamper. Out of these, a further five children from each group were chosen to compete in the Grand Finale for the grand prize of RM10,000! On 10th December 2009 at Subang Parade, the selected ten kids were joined by their families, friends and the public who went in full force to show their support. Yup, the East End Concourse area was packed to the brim with spectators! It would have been quite daunting to any entertainer on stage, but all the children gave roaring performances! Some dressed up as superheroes and did mini sketches, while others danced and sang to their hearts’ content. Then came the most difficult part of the competition – choosing the winners! After much deliberation, the judges announced Crystal Lee (6) and Ooi Kai Sheng (9) as the winners of Group A and B, respectively. Let’s find out more about them!
At six years old, the petite Crystal is already performing like a pro! She emerged on stage in an extravagant costume complete with sparkling headgear and sang beautifully. What set her apart was her excellent showmanship. Crystal actually went down the stage and greeted everyone by shaking their hands, all the while singing! She was the only one to do so. Perhaps Crystal’s self-assurance and poise could be attributed to her being quite a ‘veteran’ at performing in public. She has participated in many singing and talent competitions, as well as being cast as a talent in numerous commercials. Other than that, she is also the Chinese representative of the 1Malaysia concept and has performed at many official functions. When asked if she expected to win, Crystal’s reply was a resounding “yes” – such confidence! Although she is artistically inclined, this young lady’s ambition is to one day become a doctor.
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Exemplary. Outstanding. Courageous. Are you a Superkid?
When Kai Sheng stepped on stage, the audience knew they were in for a visual treat. Fully clad in a cowboy costume complete with a galloping horse made of cardboard, the charismatic boy came out with guns blazing - literally! His cowboy persona was even complete with toy guns that fired and popped – how realistic! Kai Sheng’s performance was about a ‘lone ranger’ who, while out exploring with his favourite steed, got thirsty. Luckily, he had brought along a bottle of Magnolia fresh milk and so did not have to worry about going hungry. Being creative and fully equipped definitely proved to be a winning combination! On stage, Kai Sheng gave a strong, confident performance. However, off stage, his true nature emerged. When being interviewed, he was so shy and polite that he kept smiling and laughing non-stop! His mum, Yeoh Guat Hoon, confirmed that Kai Sheng is indeed a very shy, nervous lad. So that is why she encourages him to join such talent competitions, as they present a great opportunity for him to break out of his shell. Prior to this, Kai Sheng had mostly entered colouring and drawing competitions. Last year alone, he participated in nearly 70 such contests, emerging as one of the top three winners in most of them! This goes to show that yes, it is possible for kids to be multi talented!
Special Mention – Yong Kai Pei Kai Pei may only be four years old, but her linguistic skills and level of fluency are no child’s play! Initially, as she was the first contestant scheduled to go on stage, Kai Pei was totally unprepared. So when invited on stage, she broke down in tears, and demanded for her mum! After getting over the initial shock though, she was determined to perform. So the judges gave her a ‘confidence boost’ and allowed her to do so after everyone else had performed. This time, after insisting that mum Tan Law Yong stayed right beside her, the once nervous Kai Pei turned into a gutsy singer! However, the amazing part was that she sang four songs in four different languages – English, Malay, Chinese and Tamil with perfect intonation! The audience was positively shocked and gave Kai Pei a resounding round of applause. Mum Tan Law Yong explained that Kai Pei watches a lot of educational TV programmes, and this has helped her to better understand and converse in English, Malay and Chinese. She learned the multilingual song that she performed at school, and so she actually understands the meaning of the lyrics. During the interview, Kai Pei spoke fluent English and revealed that she even won a trophy at an alphabet writing competition. For being a brave young girl with a talent for singing, words and languages, Kai Pei definitely deserves a special mention!
So kids, don’t be shy to try your hands at new things. You’ll never know what you’re capable of if you don’t try anything. If you like to perform or have a hidden talent, pluck up your courage and show the world what you can do!
Kiddie Box Office Fun flicks for the family
Release Date: Genre: Director: Cast:
15th January 2010 Action / Comedy Brian Levant Jackie Chan, Amber Valletta, Madeline Carroll Billy Ray Cyrus, George Lopez, Lucas Till
Bob Ho (JACKIE CHAN) is an undercover CIA superspy. He gives up his career in espionage in order to settle down with his girlfriend, Gillian (AMBER VALLETTA). But Bob has one last ‘mission’ to complete before Gillian agrees to marry him - winning over her three opinionated kids. When Gillian suddenly has to leave town, he volunteers to babysit them, thinking he can get on their good sides and earn their approval. Then – chaos ensues. One of the kids mistakenly downloads a top-secret code from his computer. As with all spy movies, there is a bad guy involved. Enter Bob’s arch enemy, a Russian terrorist, who moves in for the attack. How will Bob juggle the roles of being a spy and prospective stepfather in the most challenging mission of his career? Catch The Spy Next Door and find out!
5 x Limited Edition THE SPY NEXT DOOR Blanket Set
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5 x Limited Edition THE SPY NEXT DOOR Long Sleeve Tee
2. What is the movie THE SPY NEXT DOOR about? (a) A superspy who has to babysit (b) Spies that sell doors (c) Spying on your next door neighbours
5 x Limited Edition THE SPY NEXT DOOR Toiletries Bag
3. Who plays Bob Ho in the movie THE SPY NEXT DOOR? (a) Bobby Chin (b) Jackie Chan (c) Jay Chou 4. Write the movie title ‘THE SPY NEXT DOOR’ in the most creative way in the box provided.
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Kiddie Box Office Fun flicks for the family
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21st January 2010 Comedy Michael Lembeck Jason Blum, Mark Ciardi, Gordon Gray Dwayne Johnson, Ashley Judd, Stephen Merchant, Julie Andrews, Ryan Sheckler
Dwayne Johnson is yet again starring in a feel-good comedy that is sure to make the whole family laugh. He stars as Derek Thompson, a hard-charging minor league hockey player which has earned him his nickname ‘Tooth Fairy’ from his habit of separating opposing players from their bicuspids ouch! So when Derek discourages Tess (DESTINY WHITLOCK) and nearly squashes the youngster’s hopes, he is sentenced to one week’s hard labour as a real tooth fairy. He even gets fitted completely with the requisite tutu, wings and magic wand – imagine the hilarity! At first, Derek “can’t handle the tooth”, bumbling and stumbling as he tries to furtively do what tooth fairies do - winging his way through strangers’ homes. But as Derek slowly adapts to his new position, he begins to rediscover his own forgotten dreams.
2 x TOOTH FAIRY Women’s T-Shirt 2 x TOOTH FAIRY Notebook 2 x TOOTH FAIRY Wand Pen 2 x TOOTH FAIRY Stationery Set 2 x TOOTH FAIRY Stress Tooth Keychain 30 x Double Movie Pass
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Closing date for entries: 8th February 2010
Kiddie Box Office Fun flicks for the family
TRUE LEGEND
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11th February 2010 Action / Adventure Yuen Woo Ping Bill Kong Jay Chou, Michelle Yeoh, Zhou Xun, Andy On, Cung Le, David Carradine, Vincent Chiu, Gordon Liu
True Legend is the extraordinary journey of a martial arts hero with great dreams. All his life, Su Can (VINCENT CHIU) has been pursuing the summit in martial arts. There are two things he holds dearest to his heart – the dream of creating a unique kind of martial arts that will pass on to generations; and his beloved wife Xiao Ying (ZHOU XUN). Su has a happy family and his wife is the joy of his life. But owing to a turn of fate and his own stubbornness, Su falls helplessly into a sticky situation and falls from grace. On the surface, Su now appears as a beggar gone crazy, getting drunk everyday. He wanders from town to town, becoming a man without any purpose in the eyes of others. However, all this time during his spiritual exile, his dream for the highest peak in martial arts is still alive. The harsh conditions of life have not dampened his determination in perfecting his skills. He conjures up scenes where he combats the legendary Lord of Wushu (JAY CHOU) with whom he refines his skills and achieves a peace of mind. Meanwhile, the Heilongjiang Province where Su resides falls under foreigners’ rule. One day, a crisis happens that threatens the life of his young son – the only person Su still cares about and his last bit of human hope. At the critical moment, the flame of life is re-ignited in Su. He lets out the utmost strength that has lay dormant in him during all his devastated time, and it becomes the strongest school of fists that the martial arts world has ever known. Thus is the story of Su Can and the famous “Drunken Fist”, which is based on the story of a real-life hero.
TRUE LEGEND CONTEST
5 x Limited Edition TRUE LEGEND Baby T-shirt 5 x Limited TRUE LEGEND Edition Cap 5 x Limited Edition TRUE LEGEND Monk bag
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Kiddie Box Office Fun flicks for the family
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11th February 2010 Fantasy Chris Columbus Logan Lerman, Brandon T. Jackson, Alexandra Daddario, Catherine Keener, Uma Thurman, Pierce Brosnan, Sean Bean, Kevin McKidd, Steve Coogan, Rosario Dawson, Melina Kanakaredes, Jake Abel Trouble-prone teen Percy Jackson (LOGAN LERMAN) is about to be kicked out of school – but that's the least of his problems. It’s the 21st century, but the gods of Mount Olympus and an assortment of monsters seem to have walked out of the pages of Percy's Greek mythology texts and into his life – and they're not a happy bunch. The lightning bolt belonging to Zeus (SEAN BEAN) has been stolen, and Percy is the prime suspect. Even more troubling, though, is the sudden disappearance of Percy's mother, Sally (CATHERINE KEENER). As Percy finds himself caught between angry and battling gods, he and his friends embark on a cross-country adventure to catch the true lightning thief and save Percy's mum. Now, Percy and his friends must embark on a cross-country adventure. They must to catch the true thief, save Percy's family and unravel a mystery more powerful than the gods themselves – phew!
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Hi kids, and welcome to the Aerospace Adventure Zone! This section is dedicated to those of you who get a real kick out of astronomy, space science, aeronautics and things that fly! Learn about the planets and our solar system.
• The Sun
A Voyage through the Solar System using special filtered lenses made specially for solar observation. So just what is the Sun made of? Many students think that the Sun is made from fire. Well that is totally not the case! For the most part, it is made from a gas called hydrogen.
Hydrogen is the most common element in the universe and almost all stars are made of the same material. There are vast quantities of hydrogen in the sun, so much, in fact, that there We now move on to our final destination on our is enough to keep the Sun going epic adventure through the solar system. for at least another three to four billion years. That blazing ball of light that makes life on Earth possible is truly a remarkable thing. It’s very, very Now let’s imagine we are on big (1.4 million km in diameter), very, very hot and a very special spacecraft that extremely dangerous if you get too close. Everyday, could travel to the Sun. We our Earth is bathed in sunlight. will start our journey from inside the orbit of Mercury Whilst we know it’s a yellowish white ball in the and travel on a direct path sky, we also know it is very dangerous to look at it toward the Sun. with our eyes because the intense light can damage our vision. On the way, we will be able to observe just what Sometimes you can see the sun more easily during this amazing star is all sunset when it’s a big orange ball near the horizon. about. Okay, let’s go! But even then, it’s not a very good idea to look at it for too long. The only way to see the sun safely is by January - February 2010
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As we descend toward the Sun, we have to travel through what is called the solar Corona. This is a super heated region of space around the Sun that is actually hotter than the surface of the Sun. We can see the solar corona only with special telescopes or during a total solar eclipse. Scientists are not sure why the Corona is hotter than the surface of the Sun. One theory suggests that powerful magnetic fields contribute to the heating of this region. The Corona is heated to over a million degrees centigrade at certain points. So now that we have traversed the searing heat of the solar Corona, we continue down further toward the photosphere which, in a way, can be called the surface of the Sun. In fact, the Sun doesn’t really have a surface because it is made of gas. The photosphere is the part of it that we can see everyday. It’s the point at which all the heat, light and energy leave the Sun towards space.
Next, we pass over w h a t looks like a massive dark patch below. This is a sunspot that is relatively cool in comparison to the rest of the photosphere. Sunspots are magnetic storms that occur in cycles of 11 years on the Sun’s surface.
At the moment, we are going through a quiet period of sunspots so they are not always visible. When the sunspot period is at its maximum (in about four years from now), you can sometimes see dozens of sunspots on the surface of the Sun If you look at the Sun using a special telescope, at any one time. you can see that the photosphere is made up of billions of little blobs. In fact, it looks very similar We now decelerate and punch down into the to the surface of an orange! These blobs are huge sunspot we have just seen below. The temperature columns of superheated gas that rise toward the outside is now more than 6000°C - enough to surface of the Sun and then cool and sink down vaporise steel! again. They are called granules. As we pass through the sunspot, we can see vast As we fly over the photosphere, we look out and fingers of hot gas and plasma curling and twisting can see huge loops and fountains of hot plasma in the high energy magnetic fields around it. and gas bursting out from the photosphere, arcing over and then plunging back down again. The Further on down toward the centre of the Sun, photosphere is constantly in action and always we pass through to what is called the convective boiling and changing from one hour to the next. zone.
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This is a layer of the Sun that is about 200,000km thick. Primarily, it is made up of superheated hydrogen gas that boils up toward the surface, cools and then sinks back down again. It is the way in which most of the heat and light from the sun is transported from the core to the surface.
The Sun pours out energy every second of every day in every direction. The energy travels through space as solar wind. We can see its effect in the auroras that occur near the North and South poles on Earth. Thankfully, our planet has a special protective shield against the solar wind - the magnetic field. If Earth did not have Continuing further down at a distance of 200,000 a magnetic field, then our home in space would km from the surface, we pass from the convective be a very different place indeed. zone to the radiative zone.NASA/JPL The temperature outside is now approaching nearly seven million So now we return to our beautiful blue world, degrees! The radiative zone is extremely hot and knowing that it is really a very unique and special is responsible for transferring the energy from place. We must care for our planet and ensure the Sun’s core directly to the convective zone. that it will continue to protect and provide a home for all living things for thousands of years Now we must slow down as we approach the to come. core of the Sun. The outside temperature is approaching 10 million°C and the pressure is In the next issue, we will discuss the BIG stuff. enormous. Our Sun is in fact a puny little dwarf star. Hardly worth a mention. Wait until I introduce you to From a distance we can observe how atoms its monster cousin…and when I say monster, I of hydrogen are being forced together at huge really mean MONSTER! pressures and temperatures in the region of 1617 million°C to form molecules of helium. As the hydrogen atoms are squeezed together, they give off huge amounts of energy. About four million tons of hydrogen is gobbled up every second in the Sun’s core. This energy is the key to all the Sun’s incredible power, and the fusing of hydrogen at the core is called nuclear fusion. Sometimes, huge explosions occur on the Sun’s surface called Coronal Mass Ejections or CMEs. CMEs can influence Earth’s environment and occasionally cause difficulties in radio communication or, even worse, cause whole electrical power grids to shut down.
In the next issue, we will discuss the BIG stuff… our Sun is, in fact, a puny little dwarf star. Wait till you find out about its monster cousin…and when I say monster, I really mean MONSTER. So don’t miss it!
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Contributions
We are showcasing art creations from Superkidz Club members. So to all other Superkidz Club members, if you’d like to do the same, don’t wait any longer! Send in your artistic work soon and you may just see it here next time!
▲ Marcus Ang 5 years old
▲ Dev Ananda 4 years old
Sophie Juliana Lrabtee ► 9 years old
▲ Cheong Kang Jie 6 years old
▲ Lim Ruo Qi 5+ years old
◄ Su Wei San 10 years old
▲ Cheong Kang Yan 8 years old ▲ Diviyah Suresh Kumar 13 years old
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▲ Liew Yen Rou 6 years old
▲ Liew Yen Rou 6 years old
In the September-October 2009 issue, kids were asked to design their own playhouse and colour it in the most creative way. Here are the winning entries! They each won a Brushh Playhouse set. Let’s hope they recreate their designs at home!
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Ben Loh
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Yap Huan Yi
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Ashley Khor
The Brushh Playhouse range is made up of recycled cardboard with pre-cut windows and doors. Once completed in six simply folds, it is big enough to comfortably fit up to four kids inside! Want to get one for yourself? Call us at 03-2144 5733 for more info. Special price for Superkidz Club members!
Send your entries to:
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Superkid Club Bulletin
News & views, charities & activities, birthdays & bashes
Members’
Disney Movie Treat!
We took an entire theatre hall and reserved all 220 seats for our SC Members. Then we gave an advanced screening of a Walt Disney animation. That’s how spoilt our club members are! Boys and girls belonging to the Superkidz Club were treated to the exclusive premiere of The Princess and The Frog over the holidays where they were among the first to view the 2D hand-drawn musical animation by Walt Disney Animation Studios. Families with their little ones giggled with delight to the comic twist of the timeless love story executed in the musical tradition of Beauty and the Beast, Lion King and Aladdin. Parents and kids alike were surprised by the wacky version of the classic fairytale where the princess kisses the frog but the outcome was not the one they expected. Watch out for future movie releases where SC Members can get a first glimpse of future blockbuster hits! Only at Superkidz Club!
The Write Stuff
Read all about it from the Superkids themselves!
By Shivaani Tisha Das 9 years old, (SRK Convent Green Lane, Penang) It was an unusual Wednesday afternoon. I was trying to do a sum but I kept worrying about one of my classmates, even though she wasn’t my friend. Her name is Dacinta and the reason I am concerned about her is because lately, she’s been acting strange. For instance, every time people look at her, she seems to have a faraway look and is deeply engrossed in her own thoughts. She used to be full of life and always cheerful. But now, she seems to have changed into a completely different person - A stranger, in fact. Before I could think of anything else, my teacher, Ms. Amelia, slammed a worksheet onto my table. She slammed it so hard the table shook and rattled and it made a loud thump! After I had finished my worksheet, I walked up to Ms. Amelia’s table to hand it in. Ms. Amelia saw me looking worried and asked me, “Whatever is the matter Tisha? You do seem distracted.” So, I told her, “I’m concerned about Dacinta. Do you know why she is acting so weird?”
Ms. Amelia explained, “Her mother was injured in a snatch theft incident. She didn’t let go when the snatch thief yanked her handbag. She was dragged along the street and fractured her skull when she hit the sidewalk. She was in a coma and passed away a couple of days later.” Even though it’s been two weeks, Dacinta is still badly affected by it. She even said that she will kill herself just to be with her mother in heaven. She blames God for the loss of her mother. She is the saddest person I know. “She doesn’t have any more friends because her classmates are afraid that Dacinta will bring bad luck to their families,” said Ms. Amelia. When Ms. Amelia finished explaining, I felt like I wanted to cry. I knew I had to do something, but what? That’s when I realised that all Dacinta needed was a friend. I am going to be that friend, the kind of person who wouldn’t leave her side and protect her. So, I started approaching her. I always talked and played games with her. I always cheer her up when she is down. She has started to recover but she’s still very sad. Though Dacinta seems better, I realised no matter how I tried, my new best friend will always have a part of her heart that remains dark.
Superkidz Club Birthdays
Belated greeting Jeremy Low (Dec’ 31) “Mama's little boy, happy 4th birthday, we love you forever!”
JANUARY BIRTHDAYS
Samantha Khoo (Jan’ 8) “Happy Birthday to Felix. To have you is our pleasure. From mummy, grandmum, uncles & aunties.”
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Vannessa Lim
01-Jan-2004
Nur Najmina Damia
12-Jan-2005
Jeslyn Pui Xue Yun
02-Jan-2005
Ainthini Selvaraj
15-Jan-2001
Natasha Chang
02-Jan-2000
Emily Yang Lai Li
16-Jan-2003
Au Kit Ying
03-Jan-2003
Leong Kah Geme
19-Jan-2001
Alysha Chin Jia Qi
05-Jan-2005
Angelica Koong Siew Cheng
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Tan Jun Yuan
06-Jan-2005
James Kyle Medina
25-Jan-1998
Samantha Khoo Min Suen
08-Jan-2002
Ikhwan Hazim
27-Jan-2003
Desmond Chen
09-Jan-1999
Yoga Avaneesh
27-Jan-2006
Caitlin Ratts
10-Jan-2006
Nurliyana Syamsina
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Chin Gia Wae
10-Jan-2003
Nurdayana Puteri Suhaimie
30-Jan-2000
Aaron Tan Wai Kit
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Have a read parents! Imagine your children’s delight and squeals of joy when they discover their photographs published in SUPERKIDZ magazine on their birthdays! There are a maximum of 16 slots of Birthday Wishes available for the months of March and April, so start sending in those photos. (Deadline: 5th February 2010) • Send photograph along with a message from you (not more than 15 words), and kindly include these details: • Your child’s: ∙Name ∙Gender ∙Date of birth (DD/MM/YY) ∙School • Parent’s: ∙Name ∙Address ∙Contact No. (Home & Mobile) ∙Email address
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Superkidz Club Birthdays
Ranesch (Feb’ 15) "Dearest Ranesch, Happy 5th Birthday! Love, hugs and kisses always - mum, tata, patti, athaemama."
FEBRUARY BIRTHDAYS
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Felix Yap (Feb’ 2) “Happy Birthday to Felix. To have you is our pleasure. From mummy, grandmum, uncles & aunties.”
FEBRUARY BIRTHDAYS
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N. Prajni Nalachakravarthy
01-Feb-2002
Lin Ga Hei
20-Feb-2006
Eunice Ng Ming Huii
02-Feb-2005
Ng Yeong Quen
20-Feb-2006
Felix Yap Soon Wei
02-Feb-2004
Noor Faraleeana Mohd Rosdeen
20-Feb-2004
Fatin Nabila
03-Feb-2005
Reena Roop Kaur
20-Feb-2002
Richie Lee Chong Yew
04-Feb-2005
Gloria Koh Hui Wen
21-Feb-2005
Lee Jia Jing
05-Feb-2002
Xavier Phang Soong Herng
21-Feb-2006
Skandakumera Selvaraj
05-Feb-2000
Germayn Goh Shu Ning
26-Feb-2003
Louis Fong Jin
09-Feb-2002
Natasha Hiew Ke Yin
26-Feb-2007
Ranesch
15-Feb-2005
Nethiran Daniel
27-Feb-1998
Fong Pui Ng
19-Feb-2001
Vimegala Alicia
29-Feb-2000
Mohamed Hamzah Iskandar
19-Feb-2000
Email: submit@kidz.my (Subject: Birthday Greeting); OR Send to: SUPERKIDZ Magazine, 10.01 Wisma Lim Foo Yong, 86 Jalan Raja Chulan, 50200 KL (Subject: Birthday Greeting) Terms & Conditions 1) Open to all Superkidz Club members. 2) Photos submitted are non-returnable. 3) Image files sent via email must be clear, of good quality and saved in JPEG format. 4) All photos must be accompanied with a birthday wish of not more than 15 words from parents. 5) Incomplete or inaccurate contact details may result in photos not being selected. 6) Selection is at the sole and utter discretion of SUPERKIDZ. Hence, the decision of SUPERKIDZ on all matters relating to photos and greetings is final and no correspondence will be entertained. 7) SUPERKIDZ reserves the right to edit/ resize all photos and/ or greetings where appropriate. 8) SUPERKIDZ reserves the right to use the names and images in all publicity materials. Participants thereby grant Epitome Communications Sdn Bhd full copyright (and without limitation) to do so. 9) Submission of photos does not guarantee publication.
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