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Contents

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36 Kids Photography Contest Meet the winner, Lauren Howe, and see some of the other photos that were submitted to our contest!

26 What is TikTok? Read an OHS senior’s take on TikTok, the videosharing social networking app taking the world by storm.

28 The Effects of Juuling in the School System Read a DCHS student’s in-depth report on the teenage vaping pandemic and what her school system is doing to combat it.

30 Coach Carter Motivator, Encourager, Father of 8

IN E VE RY ISSUE

8 From the Editor 9 Around OBKY

KE E PIN G IT REA L

12 Super Moms All moms are awesome.

13 Real life with Briley Ewing Lora Wimsatt’s granddaughter, Briley, gives tips for grandparents. 15 Insight from an Ordinary Kid Danny’s kids, Luke and Beau, take over his column and describe “child-ing” instead of parenting.

D ISCOV ER

57 Play Sports You need to read these three reasons kids should play sports.

49 The Book Nook Discover Meadow Lands Elementary’s favorite books -one for each grade! 51 Advice from Teachers about Schooling from Home Owensboro parents have become homeschool moms and dads in light of the Covid-19 pandemic. Here are some helpful tips from local teachers on how to survive. 52 Parental Control Christina Dalton and her daughter, Matisse, answer your most difficult parenting questions.

14 Hashtag Mom Fail What would happen if my boys could take over for a day.

53 Do Kids Really Need a Bedtime? Read why one third grader argues kids DO need a bed time.

MAKIN G IT

54 Every household with a Child Should Have a Pet This third grader gives parents plenty of reasons why every kids needs a pet!

19 Fun Easter Lunch Box Win some cool parent points by being creative with your kids' lunchbox. 20 The Recipe Box Dominic Weafer gives us a yummy recipe for White Chocolate Financiers. 22 Craft Time Flubber soap and DIY Slime recipe to keep you entertained.

55 Earth Day It’s a really big deal. Learn ways you can help save the planet this year. 56 Memorial Day A day to remember the loved ones that we have lost and that served our country.

58 Who’s Ready for Summer? Check out the 2020 Summer Bucket List, a fun summer scavenger hunt and even a fun poem about summer. 60 Rainy Day Activities You’ll love the 14 screen-free ideas for kids on rainy days and a fun quiz to learn what activities are best for you on a rainy day.

FROM OUR REA D ERS

64 Mommy and Me See your photos submitted to our Facebook page. 68 Say What? We asked: “I love my mom because....”

SPECIA L A DV ERTIS IN G SECTION

40 Kids Takeover Ad Design Contest See the Winners!

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BEHIND THE SCENES

STAFF KIDS: WHAT IS YOUR MOM OR DAD BEST AT?

EDITORIAL DESIGN & PHOTOGRAPHY EDITOR

“ ” Cleaning and organizing.

Avery and Reed

Ashley Sorce-Wedding CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Lora Wimsatt with granddaughter, Briley Danny May with sons Beau and Luke Jamie Johnson Dominic Weafer Gracie Roberts Haley Comstock Melody Wallace Christina Dalton and daughter, Matisse ...and too many Kids Takeover writers to list!

GRAPHIC DESIGN

Andrea Roberson Eric Bivins Monica Smith

“ ” Drawing, and anything BUT cooking.

STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER

Jamie Alexander

Collin, age 7

COVER PHOTO

David Grinnell

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BEHIND THE SCENES

Avery's Fav ori te Thin gs: This is my camera. I really like it because I can take really cool pictures. It comes with different frames I can put on the pictures. There are even different colored filters like red green yellow and blue.

From the

These are my favorite book series. Dog Man is a fun book series because it’s funny and exciting. Harry Potter is a good book series because it’s kind of like a mystery book and I really like it. My favorite character is Hermione. I got both of these series for Christmas!

Editor My mom is the editor of Owensboro Parent. I always look forward to reading the magazine because my mom mentions me and my brother a lot! I think it is so cool that some people recognize me and my mom from the magazine! I always look forward to this issue because kids are BOSS! I am always excited for this issue because I get to take over Mom’s letter!

I really like my Kawaii book because I really like to draw and these are so cute. I love their cute faces. I have a special sketch book and markers that I use to draw my Kawaii art.

Kids from all across Owensboro worked really hard on the stories and drawings. You can read about why every kid needs a pet, fun activities for Earth Day, a yummy recipe and a fun craft. There is something in this magazine for everyone! We hope you liked this issue because we worked really hard on it. Enjoy the rest of this issue. See you next year for the next Kids Takeover! I am obsessed with tie-dye shirts. They’re so pretty and you can do whatever color you want. I have made a lot at home and my mom and Nanny buy me pretty much every tiedye shirt they see at the store.

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Ave ry

I really like this chapstick brand (eos) because they’re really cool to have and they have different flavors. This teal one I have is mint flavored.

AROUND OBKY

WHY OWENSBORO IS SPECIAL

by Kate Young, 6th grade

Owensboro is special in many different ways. Owensboro is unique, fun, and beautiful. Even though Owensboro is small, it is still a very special city. I don’t know anyone who wouldn’t like Owensboro. One way Owensboro is special, is how there are a lot of places to shop and eat at. Owensboro has a lot of boutiques that have unique and pretty styles of clothing in them. Peacocks and Pearls, Embellish, Lil Bit Sassy and Bella Ragazza are some of the best places to shop at in Owensboro. Owensboro has some of the best places to eat breakfast, lunch and dinner. Even though Owensboro doesn’t have the most familiar restaurants, they are still delicious. Another way Owensboro is special, is how there are a lot of great schools to go to and there is a variety of sports to choose form. Owensboro Catholic, Owensboro Public and Daviess County Schools are some of the most common schools that are great for education. If someone doesn’t know where to go to school, they have a lot of choices. Owensboro has a lot of sports you can choose from too. Dance, cheer, gymnastics, soccer, tennis, hockey, football, swim, basketball, volleyball, and even more, are all of the sports you can choose from in Owensboro. Lastly, in Owensboro, you can do a lot of fun activities. In the summer, there is a big bluegrass music festival called ROMP. People from the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame and Museum play bluegrass music at ROMP. Also, there are a lot of parks that you can go to. Yellow Creek Park, Smothers Park, Legion Park, Panther Creek Park and Chautauqua Park are some of the parks in Owensboro that are really fun to go to. There are a variety of activities you can go to in downtown Owensboro. You can go to the Owensboro Convention Center, Smothers Park, Friday After Five, Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame and Museum, Theater Workshop, shops, places to eat and many more activities. All in all, Owensboro is special in many different ways. There are a variety of places to eat and shop at in Owensboro, there are great schools to go to, there are a lot of sports to choose from, and Owensboro has fun activities you can do. In conclusion, even though Owensboro is small, it is still very unique and special.

WHAT IS GREAT ABOUT OWENSBORO

by Madison Simmons, 3rd grade What’s great about Owensboro is there’s lots of nice people, schools, shops and markets and more. There are lots of fun activities here like Elite Air, Owensboro Gymnast, The Edge (which is an ice skating place that I personally love). Also there is the Blue Bridge that leads to the best movie theatre ever — the RiverPark Center. There are lots of great schools like Highland Elementary or Meadow Lands and probably more schools. And Owensboro has lots of cute pets. There are dogs, cats, fish and hundreds more. You can make a lot of friends too in Owensboro and that’s why I love my Kentucky home.

FEATURED

IF I WAS MAYOR OF OWENSBORO FOR A DAY... I would get a monkey that could juggle 50 balls while eating tacos. And an elephant that could sing. Also a bunny that could hop to Neptune and an alligator that could fly while eating 1,000 crispitos. And that night in New York, I would have a big show! - Ella Nonweiler, 2nd grade

CONTRIBUTOR

I would tell all the schools in Owensboro to let the kids stay home from school for one month. - Gersie, 4th grade I would light the Blue Bridge with colorful lights. - Maci, 4th grade I would give money to the poor. - Ryleigh Kate, 4th grade I would make ice cream free everywhere in Owensboro. - Evan, 4th grade I would have no taxes. - Ethan, 4th grade I would learn what a mayor does and do it! - Campbell, 4th grade I would take all the money I earn and go to Hawaii with my family and friends and have a good time. - Lauren, 4th grade

Lydia Tanner Lydia Jane is the daughter of Owensboro Parent Publisher, Jason Tanner. She’s a first grader at Heritage Christian School. She enjoys drawing, gymnastics and playing with her sister and two brothers.

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AROUND OBKY

What is the one thing Owensboro is missing? ANSWERS PROVIDED BY 4TH GRADERS AT HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL

“A mansion with food, king size bed and a store with toys for free.” - Gersie

“A drive-in movie theatre.” - Maci

“A Skyline Chili.” - Ryleigh Kate

“A park for babies so they don’t get trampled over by the big kids.” - Kaylee

“A swimming pool with a waterslide and snacks.” - Evan

“A professional sports team.” - Ethan

“A zoo, because every time I get to go to the zoo I have to travel a far distance.” - Reese

“A scavenger hunt for kids.” - Campbell

“I thought about this question for a while and I think there is nothing missing from Owensboro.” - Lydia

“A Nutella store.” - Lauren

“A Chipotle. Chipotle has the best cheese quesadilla.” - Phoebe

“An arcade for kids to play Minecraft.” - Henry

“Some people that do not know God.” - Noah

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Keeping it Real

R E L ATA B L E S T O R I E S F R O M L O C A L PA R E N T S A N D G R A N D PA R E N T S

A M O T H E R ’ S D AY P O E M

Roses are red; Violets are blue; Nothing is as beautiful as you. by Emery Stallings, 2nd grade

Photo by Jamie Alexander

MOTHER’S DAY IS SUNDAY, MAY 10

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KEEPING IT REAL

All Moms are Awesome by Avery Dilger, 5th grade // Illustration by Parker Mullins, 4th grade

Every mom is different, but they all

What I have learned over the years

that stuff.

have the same purpose. They care for kids

of being a kid is that you will never love

even if they are not their kid. Moms work

someone more than your mom loves you,

lots of time with them and go out to eat,

day and night for their kid and it is not

even if you think differently.

fun for them, but they do it for us and

so whatever you want, just make sure you

some kids don’t notice that they do it for

and there’s not much things we can do

us.

to repay for it, but you can clean your

Moms are always doing stuff for us

On Mother’s Day, you need to spend

spend time with them because that is the best gift you can give them.

Every mom is important to this world

You might think they are over

room, do the laundry, and if you know

protective when they say, “look both

how to cook, just make them a meal and

ways before you cross the road” or “don’t

especially get them SOMETHING on

something that is important. No matter

touch that, it’s hot,” but that is them just

Mother’s Day. At least a card or something

what they do, it is always important to

protecting you though their love.

that you make yourself because they love

someone. ALL MOMS ARE AWESOME!

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because some save lives and some spread

MY MOM by Will Phelan, 5th grade

My mom is the best. She has always protected me from dangerous stuff, outlets, bullies, knives and other dangerous things. She was always getting nice stuff for me -- Xbox, WillU and 3ds. (No, I’m NOT a rich kid!) My mom is a great cook. Her cheesy potato soup is the best. Also, she makes really good roast beef. She has a great sense of humor. (She even laughs at crummy jokes.) Her favorite team is UK (which is the best team ever, and you are wrong if you say otherwise). My mom always listens to KSR (which is basically ESPN but with UK only football and basketball). My mom has been to so many cool places -Jamaica, Florida, Indiana, Washington D.C. I think that my mom is the greatest mom EVER.

Mother’s Day Gift Ideas by Lyla Rose Rickard, 2nd grade

1 A LOT OF HUGS.

6 BE NICE.

TAKE HER OUT TO EAT DINNER.

BE HAPPY.

3 SHARE PICTURES.

4 A LOT OF KISSES.

5 BE LOVING.

8 SAY I LOVE YOU.

9 MAKE HER PROUD.

10 TAKE HER OUT TO SEE A CONCERT.

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KEEPING IT REAL • REAL LIFE WITH BRILEY EWING

Tips for Grandparents:

Have Fun With Your Grandkids y name is Briley and I am

am good at it. Granma does not let me

me the sounds that animals make.

9 years old. I like to do fun

win but I win anyway. Old Maid is fun

things with my Granma.

because a bunch of people can play it

look through her photo albums. I like

Here are some ideas for grandparents

with us. I like to play Bingo because it

about how to have fun with your

is exciting see who will win.

grandkids.

Kids like to go on adventures to

me that when you win, you have to be

places. One of my favorite things

nice, and when you lose, you have to

myself and I like to see funny pictures

is to go to the horse race. I like that

be nice still. This is so you don’t make

of Granma’s dog.

because we get to see a bunch of

the other person sad. If you make

horses and I like horses.

them sad, they won’t want to play

with at her house. I like to play with

with you anymore.

her dog Rufus. If you throw a toy, he

Another adventure is that we

When I was little, Granma told

One of my favorite things is to

to see pictures of a long time ago of my Mom and Dad. I like to see Granma as a little kid. I like to see pictures of

Granma has fun things to play

went on a train ride. I liked that we

went on the train because I got to eat

favorite is called “Three Clues.” First

cookies and I got to see Santa and I

you think of somebody and then you

got to sit in this really huge chair.

give three hints about that person,

he will do the same thing again.

One time we bought cookies and

and the other person gets three tries

delivered them to the police station.

Sometimes we make up games. My

runs and goes to get it. He brings it back and you can throw it again and Some of the toys she has are

to guess who it is before you tell them

Gumby and Pokey and a sock monkey

We bought chocolate chip cookies

who it is. For example, one time I

named Mary Monkey and a stuffed

because we thought a bunch of people

thought of my Mom and I said, “She

dog named Rover. They are fun to

like them.

has curly hair, and she has one little

We went on a nature hike and we

boy, and she likes tacos.” And Granma

saw birds and butterflies. We saw

said, “Is it your Aunt Cori?” And I said,

bees and I thought they were going to

“No.” And then she said, “Is it your

sting me. Granma said they weren’t

Mom?” And I said “Yes!”

more older. Granma says she does not

but we left and went home anyway.

like toys that are plugged in.

I like to go to school things with

play with.

Granma does not have the same

toys that I have at home. Her toys are

Every year, Granma goes on a

my Granma. One time she went to my

walk on the Big Blue Bridge with me.

school and I showed her my frog book

because she’s nice and sweet. It is fun

I like that because I get to walk with

that I made. She comes to my school

whenever I go with her. We go to cool

her and I get talk to her.

on Grandparents Day. We eat lunch

Granma likes educational things.

and go to the Book Fair. She buys me

She likes to ask questions to make

the book that I pick out. Granma likes

me think. We went to see the eclipse.

it whenever I read.

I learned not to look up without the

Granma teaches me lots of things.

I like being with my Granma

places that I have never been at.

My advice for other grandmothers

is to watch your grandkids whenever you can and have fun with them. Be

glasses.

She taught me how to read and how

nice to your grandkids

Another thing I like to do with

to write in cursive. She taught me

so they will want

my Granma is play board games and

some songs, like “Twinkle Twinkle

to play with

cards. We play checkers, Old Maid

Little Star” and “Old McDonald Had

and Bingo. I like checkers because I

you.

a Farm” when I was little. She taught

LORA WIMSATT is a mother, grandmother and writer. She enjoys the everyday blessings and adventures of life, especially her family. BRILEY EWING just turned 9 years old. She attends Audubon Elementary School, where she enjoys art and math. She loves to write, draw and spend time with her friends and family, including her new puppy Bo.

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KEEPING IT REAL • INSIGHT FROM AN ORDINARY KID

Child-ing By Beau May (with help from Luke)

know child-ing is not a word, but my dad says when he writes Insight From an Ordinary Dad he writes about what he’s learned from parenting. Well this is what I’ve learned from child-ing. These are the two things I’ve learned my parents mostly don’t like. Don’t mess with mom’s coffee. Don’t threaten to pour it out or throw the coffee away. She does not think that’s funny. When dad is asleep, do not creep up to him and whisper in his ear “Dad! Dad!” right in his face. He will jump-scare and probably scream. These are some basic rules I’ve learned to follow in my youth. Do what you’re supposed to do, be kind, and you’re most likely going to be able to do what you want to do. In our house there’s only two rules: take care of your business and speak respectfully. If you do those things, you will have a successful life. 90% guaranteed. A lot of things are cool, but some of them are liked by some and unliked by others. For example:

Dude Perfect is awesome, but don’t try it in the backyard. (It’s not as easy as it looks; you will probably break something. Let’s hope you don’t have to pay for it!) Adults don’t think “It’s Raining Tacos” and other silly songs are funny on repeat. I think Five Below and Goodwill are two of the best stores because you can spend your whole allowance there. Being a kid is fun, but I know that sometimes you have to grow up. My brother made me realize this when I wanted to play something somebody my age would want to play. My brother, Luke, is about two years older than me, so he likes different things than I do. So, I’m going to live the rest of my youth at the speed of my age! Thank you for reading Insight From an Ordinary Dad. Wait, I mean Insight From an Ordinary Kid. Yes, Kid. By Kid I mean me, Beau. Anyways, don’t forget to read the sidebar!

“ If child-ing was an Olympic sport, we’d win the gold medal every 4 years.”

WHAT’S COOL ABOUT GROWING UP IN OBKY These are some things I like about Owensboro. We get to have 4 seasons. It’s not too big like Chicago, with 3 million people, but it’s not too small like Lost Springs, Wyoming, with 4 people.

It’s got plenty of different types of restaurants. Especially pizza and fast food.

It has the Bluegrass Hall of Fame and Museum where you can take bluegrass instrument lessons.

Finally, I like OBKY because my family lives here and it’s the perfect place for a family like mine to live.

LUKE, 12, is a future confectioner (which means chocolate maker) and BEAU, 10, is a future paleontologist (dinosaur digger). They are the sons of DANNY MAY, who is the Director of Marriage & Family for the Catholic Diocese of Owensboro and a regular contributor to Owensboro Parent.

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KEEPING IT REAL • HASHTAG MOMFAIL

If My Boys Could Take Over for the Day By Jamie Johnson

ecause my boys are only 2 and 5 years old, they aren’t old enough to take over my column. Thank goodness for that! I did ask them what they would do if they could take over as the mom for a day and be the one who makes all the decisions. They thought this was pretty exciting. Henry, who is 5, told me that he would want to go to work and type on a computer and print out important things on white pieces of paper. And he wouldn’t wear pants. That kid has never been a fan of pants. I told him that might become an HR issue and he laughed. Then he said that he would make lots of yummy food, which is funny because I only excel at sandwiches and microwavable items. After working for 25 cents, he would play Minecraft and watch YouTube videos about playing Minecraft that he is currently not allowed to watch. He would then take his scooter to Wendy’s and order a kid’s meal with chocolate milk, not white milk. He would also chop down a tree in the backyard with an ax. He would end the day with a sleepover with his cousin Ross and a game of Fight Club. Don’t ask. And he would jump on all the beds.

Yes, he watched Home Alone for the first time a few months ago. Simon is only 2 years old and isn’t the best at verbalizing his thoughts. So I just made up what he would do based on his sunny outlook on life and favorite things so far.

footed pajamas or naked, and run. He would run around the backyard in circles, run around the front yard in circles, run in the middle of the road in circles. He would pick up every single stick and rock he could find and examine it, then throw it somewhere it doesn’t belong, like the living room floor.

He would yell at the

dog all day to “sit” and maybe in his world the dog would actually sit.

He would continue

to eat candy and maybe a Lunchable if the sugar high was too much. He would go visit his biggest fans, Gigi and Grandma, and would not walk one step all day long. He would be carried everywhere. First off, he would wake up at 5:30 a.m. and yell “MMMMOOOOMMMMMYYY” until I came to get him. He would wear his footed pajamas or go totally naked all day, depending on the weather. He would not let me change his diaper. He would settle onto the couch with Sleepy Bear and watch Mickey Mouse Clubhouse or Toy Story for an hour or so. He would eat as much candy as humanly possible while watching TV. Then he would go outside, in his

He would end his

day by throwing every single ball in the entire house at the dog and running around the living room in circles. He would play with his toy cars and make airplane noises. He might fit in one more showing of Toy Story before eating more candy and going to bed for the night.

If only I could see into their

imaginative little brains. It would make life so interesting!

Until Next Time, Jamie

JAMIE JOHNSON is a full-time working mom to two little boys, wife to Logan, and part-time writer. Her pieces have been featured in HuffPost Parents, Motherly, Today Parents and PopSugar Moms. You can follow her blog at HashtagMomFail.com!

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Making it

CRAFTS, RECIPES, AND ACTIVITIES FAMILIES CAN ENJOY TOGETHER

FUN EASTER

Lunch Box You don't need to be a Pinterest queen to make some extra-fun lunches for birthdays, special occasions, or holidays! It's as easy as using cookie cutters or “sandwich cutter kits” found in grocery stores. Watch for more lunchbox themes and inspiration in

By Jamie Alexander

upcoming issues!

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MAKING IT • THE RECIPE BOX

White Chocolate Financiers

“Fancy Things”

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By Dominic Weafer // Photos by Jamie Alexander

My daddy makes chocolate financiers (or “fancy things” as my little sisters says), but I really like white chocolate. So one day I told him he should make them white chocolate. We made them together and he said they all sold out that day! Plus they were delicious!

WHAT YOU’LL NEED: ›› 170 g Unsalted Butter ›› 90 g White Chocolate ›› 240 g Sugar (plus more for sprinkling) ›› 100 g All Purpose Flour ›› 120 g Almond Flour ›› 200 g Egg White INSTRUCTIONS: ›› Daddy measures everything in grams because he’s a weirdo. So you have to have a scale to make this recipe. But it actually is super easy. ›› Put the butter in a small pot and have your mom or dad put it on the stove on low heat. Let it cook until it turns brown. It will bubble and squirt a lot while it melts so watch out! ›› This takes a couple minutes, so I usually measure out the rest of the ingredients while we wait. ›› Also, make sure to have extra white chocolate for snacking. ›› Don’t forget to preheat the oven! 325 degrees for a convection oven or 350 for a regular oven. ›› Once the butter turns brown, take it off the stove and carefully put the white chocolate in the melted butter. Stir it slowly until it all melts and mixes together. Let it set for a minutes to cool. Next measure out all the almond flour, all purpose flour, and sugar. Then use a sifter on all of it. And then whisk it together. It will look like sand at the beach! ›› After that you have to separate the eggs. It’s kind of messy. But I really like cracking the eggs. You can save the yolks for a different recipe. Mix the whites with a spoon into the flour and sugar. And then stir in the melted white chocolate and butter. ›› After that, we used a piping bag to put the batter in mini muffin pans that we sprayed with oil spray. Fill the muffin cups about 3/4 full. Sprinkle sugar on top. I always put a lot of sugar. ›› Then bake them for about 20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean when you poke them. Let them cool for a few minutes before you take them out of the pan. ›› Then try not to eat them all…until no one is watching. Then blame the dog. OP

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MAKING IT • CRAFT

FLUBBER SOAP

The perfect gift for Mother’s Day by Sydney Adams, 6th grade

Struggling with what to get your mom for Mother’s Day? I’ll give you an idea to impress your mom! All mothers love soap, so it’s time to make Flubber Soap! Flubber Soap is fun to make and fun to use because it is stretchy. It also gets your hands clean while you play! WHAT YOU’LL NEED: ›› Cooking oil ›› Body wash or hand soap ›› Cornstarch ›› Bowl ›› Spatula ›› Cute container ›› Food coloring (optional)

INSTRUCTIONS: ›› Start by putting 1/2 cup of cornstarch in a bowl along with 3 tablespoons of cooking oil and 1/4 of body wash or hand soap. In you choose to use food coloring, go ahead and put your color in at this time. When you mix, you will find that it has an icing-like consistency. Keep mixing until you have a Play-Doh texture. ›› Put your finished Flubber into a container and give to your mom on Mother’s Day! When using the soap, pinch off a little piece and form a lather into your hands, then rinse off. Enjoy! OP

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DIY SLIME RECIPE by Ella Nonwiler, 2nd grade

INSTRUCTIONS: 1. Get out the ingredients. 2. Which are glue, teaspoon of water, glitter, food coloring and activator. 3. Pour glue into a bowl. 4. Pour some activator in. 5. Pour food coloring in and glitter. 6. Mix. 7. If it is sticky, add the teaspoon of eater in. 8. Have fun. 9. There is no #9. OP

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activity and a great form of exercise for

›› Children 1-year old or younger should

the whole family! Sarah Osborne, APRN

wear a hat and cover all exposed skin.

with the Owensboro Health Children’s

›› Anyone spending time outdoors

Center, emphasizes that swimming is great for developing lung and joint strength, and is beneficial to people of all ages. However, while parents often stress to their children the risks of crossing the street or talking to strangers, conversations about water safety often go undiscussed despite drowning being the leading cause of accidental death for children ages 1-4. To stay safe in the water, always keep these important tips in mind:

›› A strong swimmer should always be within touching distance of swimming children

›› Any Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs) worn should be approved by the United States Coast Guard rather than other

pools

should

of 4-feet tall

›› Doors and gates leading to pools

to keep in mind the often-overlooked precautions that should be taken to keep

Below-ground

should wear at least SPF 30 sunscreen, including young children.

›› SPF 30 sunscreen is appropriate for outdoor activities that last only a few

should always remain locked.

›› Self-closing gates and gate alarms are preferred.

›› Children’s pools should always be monitored when young children are present. Though the amount of water is smaller, children are still at risk of drowning.

›› If a child appears to be missing, always check pools and bodies of water first. Other places can be checked afterward, and those few moments could make all the difference.

hours or less, but extended time in

›› Never boat alone or under the

the sun, such as beach days, are more

influence.

damaging and necessitate SPF 50.

›› Always remove ladders from above-

›› Sunscreen does not bind to your skin

ground pools when an adult is not

immediately. Apply your first coat 30

present and never assume a child is too

minutes before going outside.

young to climb one.

›› Reapply your sunscreen is important, and water-based activities may wash

it away. Be sure to reapply every two

pediatric subject in the warm seasons

hours.

and summer months,” Sarah Osborne

›› If you’re concerned about the

said. “The more education parents have,

chemicals many sunscreens contain, try

the better they can do their job and

a mineral-based sunscreen.

“Swim

safety

important

Owensboro Health is always here to help on them on their parenting journey.”

Owensboro Health Healthpark offers

ages and abilities. Lessons times can

›› Young children and weaker swimmers

PREVENTIVE MEASURES

It’s important to keep swimmers safe

work with your schedule and are based

should always wear PFDs

while they’re in the water, but it’s also

on the availability of our instructors, so

›› Children of all ages should wear PFDs

possible to keep children safe before they

call or email today to schedule a time!

floatation devices, which may fail or give swimmers a false sense of security

KATIE DUNCAN, AQUATICS SUPERVISOR

swim lessons open to swimmers of all

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W H AT I S

BACKGROUND OF TIKTOK

by Gracie Roberts, senior at Owensboro High School Photo by Jamie Alexander

If you have seen a kid dancing in public lately, it is highly likely they were doing the “renegade dance.” If you witnessed this and did not know what it was, you were also blindly introduced to the viral app TikTok.

TikTok is a video-sharing social networking

service owned by ByteDance, a Beijing-based company founded in 2012 by Zhang Yiming. It is used to create short lip-sync, comedy, and talent videos. TikTok started as Musical.ly. The apps are virtually identical, but the trends have changed as did the music. Tiktok absorbed Musical.ly when it was bought by ByteDance for $1 Billion. When this purchase happened, all of the accounts made on Musical.ly were transitioned to TikTok accounts, opening up a whole new world to the app that was forgotten about.

WHO USES IT?

According to Oberlo.com, TikTok has been

downloaded about 80 million times in the US, and 800 million downloads worldwide. 41% of TikTokers are between the ages of 16-24 years old. Celebrities are active on the app too, and that adds to the appeal for kids and teens.

WHY WOULD PARENTS WORRY?

The sudden popularity of any app may make

parents worry. According to commonsensemedia. org, “TikTok won’t let you search for objectionable content.” Additionally, it says, “If you supervise your kids and stick to songs you already know from the radio, TikTok can be a kid-friendly experience.” Vulgar language is also not allowed, and is taken down almost right away. Some users have found a different sort of language that they can use to create questionable content, but it is over the heads of the youngest users. Most teens consider TikTok equally as safe as other social media apps such as Snapchat and Instagram.

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TWO STUDENTS WHO FOUND FAME ON TIKTOK

watching TikToks because everybody’s videos

she says, “I don’t really get on it at school. Most

just get funnier and funnier, but making them

of the time I spend on it is at home.”

is just so fun to do… Especially with the chance

of getting famous.”

as a teacher at Owensboro High School. She

Talyne Payne is also a 16-year-old

teaches Journalism I and is the advisor of the

Two Owensboro High School students

sophomore and has had TikTok for about a

yearbook and the online school news. She

have found their fame on the app. Conner

year. There is a trend on TikTok of recording

says, “As a parent and a teacher, I think that

two to three people behind two to three

TikTok — while I am sure it’s fun — seems

Rhoads, a 16-year-old sophomore, has had TikTok for about two years. Rhoads says his fame came to be “by a video of my best friends and I screaming at a camera to an instrumental song in the car.” Rhoads says, “It just kept on getting more and more likes and views to the point that I reached 134.8k likes, 442.5k views, and 20k followers.” Rhoads says he makes TikToks because, “Whenever I have a

others while they answer a series of questions regarding those sitting in front of them. Payne and four friends participated in this trend with questions ranging from “who is the most organized” to “who is the most boy crazy?” This video ended up getting three million views, over 404k likes, and 37.5k followers. She says reaching over a million views made her “feel happy.” She says she considers the

Mrs. Libby Johnson is in her 15th year

to be a giant waste of time. There just doesn’t seem to be any value to the content.” Her kids do not have the app, but she claims, “I did let my sixth grader get it for about 24 hours, but then I took it off because I thought it was just too silly.” She does not see a disruption with it in a typical classroom setting, but when it comes to her workshop environment classes,

bunch of friends over and we’re bored, we just

positives of the app to be the fun factor of the

“it has been an issue.” She believes that the

make them. They’re fun and there’s no reason

videos. “They’re fun to watch and it gives me

negatives outway the positives with the app.

why I wouldn’t make them.” He says he spends

something to do when I’m bored,” she says.

two to three hours on TikTok per day, “mostly

She spends about an hour and a half on the

phenomenon will take over kids minds and

There is no telling how much longer this

at night before I go to bed.” When asked if

app daily, and says she enjoys watching them

free time. We may have to be dealing with the

he would rather make them or watch them,

more than making them. When asked about

“renegade dance” for much longer than we

Rhoads claims, “I don’t know, honestly. I love

how much she is on it during the school day,

want to.

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The Effects of Juuling in the School System By Haley Comstock, Junior at Daviess County High School

2,758 HOSPITALIZATIONS. 64 DEATHS.

video designed to educate students on the dangers of vaping and nicotine products.

released by the Centers for Disease

This video was featured on the DCPS

Control. These nationwide incidents are

YouTube Channel and Facebook page. In

not the result of alcohol. They are the

the video, several students shared facts

vaping epidemic has impacted schools here in Owensboro. According to the CDC, one out of every four high school students in the United States vape. Many people do not realize that the consumption of one Juul pod is equivalent to smoking a pack of cigarettes. This fact has raised a plethora of concerns for parents and school administrators. The impact of the harmful substance on adolescents has resulted in United States lawmakers taking the extreme measure of creating a new law that prohibits the sale of tobacco

about the harmful effects of ingesting vapor products. DCHS junior class vicepresident Ben Robinson was featured in this video, describing the significance of teen involvement in advocating against vaping.

“[The purpose was] to help educate

other students on what vaping is and all the dangers of it,” Robinson explained. “It’s a youth problem and something that requires youth initiative to help fix. We’re the ones being affected by it, so we should take it into our own hands to make a healthier future.”

Adolescents were initially drawn to

products to anyone under 21 years of age.

these devices through the sale of a wide

Tobacco sales were limited to persons age

variety of fruit-flavored pods. Although

18 and older in 1986. In 2019, the federal

the popular brand JUUL stopped selling

law was revised to prohibit the sale of

these popular flavors in October, many

tobacco, e-cigarettes or vaping products

young people had already developed an

to anyone younger than 21.

addiction to the substance. Although

To combat concerns about increased

usage

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Public Schools central office to create a

As of Feb. 4, 2020, these are the statistics

result of vaping. A widespread issue, the

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with the staff at the Daviess County

vaping

products

among

some people are aware of the harmful substances within traditional cigarettes,

students, Daviess County High School

many would be surprised to learn of the

students and faculty members worked

dangerous ingredients within e-cigarette

aerosols.

These

items

include

alters the state of how you are.”

chemicals and dangerous metals such

as formaldehyde, acrolein, nickel, lead

is set forth from DCPS against Juul

and other toxic chemicals.

arises, DCPS’ superintendent Matt

Robbins emphasized the district’s

The detrimental effects of vaping

are many. Among them are some of

As the development of a lawsuit

goal of preserving student welfare.

the same illnesses that traditional

smokers are susceptible to, such as

of concern for DCPS. We feel the

lung cancer and “popcorn lung,” a

product is unsafe for kids and want

severe and irreversible lung disease.

to ensure children have far greater

Not only does vaping cause harmful

protections in place,” Mr. Robbins

effects on one’s physical health, it

explained. “We will continue to focus

also leads to significant emotional

on educating our students of the

consequences. When the brain is in

dangers and will be supportive of any

“Monetary gain is the lowest level

the “buzzed” state, a student’s ability

student who is attempting to change

to pay attention and learn content

this harmful habit.”

in the classroom is compromised.

According to the FDA, “The types of

issue, DCHS offered a free program to

brain changes that can occur may

educate the community on the effects

have long-lasting effects on attention,

and consequences to vaping products

To promote awareness of this

learning and memory.”

on Feb. 13. The program included a

free meal catered by Real Hacienda

DCHS School Resource Officer offered

and was open to students, parents

insight on his experience working

Deputy

and members of the public. The event

with students affected by nicotine

included speaker Rebecca Horn, a

products.

health coordinator at Green River

Paul

“When

Mattingly

know

District Health Department as well

what they are putting in their

students

don’t

as Deputy Mattingly. DCHS principal

body, it’s a scary thought,” Deputy

Matt Mason commented on the

Mattingly explained. “They don’t

importance of offering educational

do their research as you would in a

opportunities such as this one to

math, English or science class [on

students and community members.

the products they ingest],” Deputy

Mattingly continued. “What I see

to look out for the well-being of our

“It’s key for us as administrators

[most] is it’s having an effect on the

students,” Mr. Mason explained. “It’s

student’s attitudes and sometimes

essential to be ahead of the curve and

their demeanor. You’re putting a

look out and take action where it is

chemical into your body and this

needed.”

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COACH CARTER

MOTIVATOR , ENCOURAGER , FATHER OF 8 By Melody Wallace • Photo by Monica Smith

nique. Sincere. Unity. Truth. At

first glance, these may sound like

success of following his father’s advice. Edwin

beautiful character words to live

attended Brescia University on an athletic

Ed’s oldest son Edwin has experienced the

by, but they are the names of the four youngest

scholarship, graduated on the President’s List

of Ed Carter’s eight children. Although he did

last year and is currently working for Southern

not grow up with a large number of siblings

Star.

himself, Carter will tell you that he always

dreamt of having a large family.

in a variety of sports during multiple sports

seasons including T-ball, football, baseball and

“I always wanted a lot of kids,” Carter said. “I

The Carter-Swanagan children are involved

wanted 10 actually.”

basketball. And, according to local members

With five boys and three girls, ranging in

of the community, the children don’t just play

age from 9 months to 21 years, the father of

sports, they excel — due in large part to their

eight is intentional about being involved in the

father’s love and motivation.

lives of each of his children despite the chaos

and busyness of everyday life.

Baseball League Coach Ben Barnoud said he has

Both

and

the

children’s

KFL (Kids Football League) and Western

mother

proudly watched as Ed cheered on “his overly-

Brooklynn Swanagan hold full time jobs, while

gifted daughter” in baseball and worked with Ed

still managing to ensure that each child (with

as he coached his younger two children.

the exception of the youngest) maintains good

grades and is involved in sports.

motivator, supportive coach and father,” Coach

Ben said. “He shows how much he cares about

“Grades are number one.” Ed said. “They

“Ed Carter has always been such a great

know without grades they can’t do anything.”

each child, not just as players, but as kids

Originally, from Dayton, Ohio, Ed graduated

who need help building confidence and good

from Kentucky Wesleyan College in 2003 after

character. Every sporting event Ed Carter

attending on a football scholarship.

goes to, he is always doing something to show

support and help others improve.”

“The only thing I ask them to do is go to

school and get their grades,” he said. “I learned

from my mistakes in college and taught them

role model for his own children and the kids he

Coach Ben said Ed has not just been a good

— use all your tools. College is not cheap — I

coaches, but for Ben’s children as well.

don’t want them to graduate with debt. Grades

are a big part of it, but if you can get a sports

hard work, competitiveness and being a good

scholarship along with your grades, that helps.”

teammate,” Ben said. “He teaches them how to

“He communicates the importance of

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play the game and overcome adversity,

children was concerned, Russ said the two

hectic, but it’s worth it.”

while having fun and working hard. He

often joke that Brooklynn has the children

has been a great influence and had a

and Ed raises them.

keep track of, Ed said Brooklynn is the

memorable impact on my kids and many

organizer.

others.”

with him all the time like a big Papa Bear,”

Russ said.

calendar of everything and where we need

Coach Ben is not the only coach to

“He carries around three to four kids

With ten individual schedules to

“She is very organized and keeps a

appreciate the impact Ed has had on

While Ed recognizes the importance

to be,” Ed said, adding that they often use

children in the local sports community.

of being involved in each of his children’s

the GroupMe app to communicate with

Coach Russ with the Kentucky Ball Hogs

lives, he also admits that meeting the

other coaches who help out from time to

basketball team said Ed has been with him

demands of being at multiple locations

time when needed.

since the team’s inception three years ago.

at different times for various sporting

The two coaches, who both had 11-year-

events is not always an easy task.

acknowledges the need to be present in

old daughters at the time, quickly bonded.

“Ed’s just a fantastic dad and a good

something,” Ed said. “There have been

other fathers to do the same.

person — I liked him the first time I met

times we will go to a game in Nashville and

him,” Russ said. “He has such a positive

then we’ll shoot to Louisville. Sometimes,

our community,” Ed said. “There are a

effect on people that his disposition rubs

they have games in different places and

lot of kids that need their dads involved.

off on everyone.”

their mom goes one way and I go the

If there were more dads around, the kids

other. It’s an all year round thing -- it’s

wouldn’t get into the trouble they do.”

As far as Ed’s involvement with his

“Every

weekend

we’re

doing

Regardless of how chaotic it gets, Ed

the lives of his children and encourages “We do need more dads to step up in

MELODY ANN WALLACE is a mom, stepmom and seventh grade language arts teacher at College View Middle School. She runs on caffeine, good deeds and the inspiring stories of others.

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MEET OUR PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST WINNER!

Lauren Howe

TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF — GRADE, SCHOOL, SPORTS, EXTRACURRICUL AR ACTIVITIES I’m a sophomore at Daviess County High School and I’m involved in cross country and track. I’m in the engineering academy at Apollo, even though my home school is DC. I also volunteer at my church (Owensboro Christian) leading third grade girls (most of the time) in small group. I’m active in my church youth group as well. WHEN DID YOU BECOME INTERESTED IN PHOTOGRAPHY? I’ve been interested in photography for as long as I can remember really. My mom had a camera when I was in elementary school and I remember taking pictures of my brother playing baseball up at Yellow Creek Park. I would get really close to the fence to get the action shots of him batting and pitching and I loved every bit of it. I got my first camera (the one I still use today) for Christmas when I was in 7th grade. That’s when I wanted to expand being a photographer and became a little more interested. HOW DO YOU USE PHOTOGRAPHY NOW? I use photography now because it helps capture those

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moments, even the littlest ones, that you don’t want to forget. I bring my camera to almost every cross country and track meet, my brother’s baseball games, and even just taking pictures of everyday things and people. WHAT DO YOU LIKE ABOUT PHOTOGRAPHY? The thing I like about photography is that you basically get to do what you love doing. I love that I’m able to capture a moment so I can keep it forever. I try to find creative ways to capture moments that will be life long memories. WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE THING/SUBJECT TO PHOTOGRAPH? My favorite thing/subject to photograph would either be my friends, nature, or getting some action shots of people playing sports. All of my friends are photogenic and they love having their picture taken. Nature is one of my favorites because you can capture so much, you just need to be patient. Plus, it’s really awesome seeing things that may not happen again. Action shots are another favorite. I don’t have an actual sports lens, but I use my other lens to focus on whoever it is I’m shooting to show the details. WHAT DO YOU HOPE TO DO IN THE FUTURE? After high school I hope on going to college to major in engineering and minor in photography. I hope to get a good job, marry, adopt one or two kids, and travel the world, of course taking pictures as well. OP

Check out some examples of Laurenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s work!

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Thank you to those who submitted photos to our Kids Photography Contest! For this issue, we asked local young photographers to submit their best photos for our magazine. We were overwhelmed with responses, but here are some of our favorites. Be sure to check out our winner, Lauren Howe, on page 34.

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By Jack Patton, Age 11

By Emma Camron, Age 10

By Libby Biggs, Age 16

By Tyse Dykes, Age 10

By Shay, Age 11

By Olivia Lynch, Age 15

By Eli Patton, Age 11

By Haleigh Scott, Age 17

By Kylie Clark, Age 11

By Olivia Board, Age 15

By Kate Mason, Age 12

By Maya Krampe, Age 10

By Hannah Sprouls, Age 14

By Katie, Age 16

By Grace Heavner, Age 18

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With over 200 submissions, the Kids Takeover Ad Design contest was a huge success! With the help of Daviess County Public Schools, Owensboro Public Schools and Owensboro Catholic Schools, students in third through fifth grades designed an ad with the hope of their original artwork winning our contest. Each business judged the entries and chose the winners. Owensboro Parent staff members even got to pick our own favorites!

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Lydea Wimsatt Age: 11

2925 Wimsatt Ct. E (800) 685-2085 libertyfinancial.com

Henry Holmes Age: 9

101 Daviess St. (270) 687-2770 RiverParkCenter.org

Allie Marston Age: 11

3630 Frederica St. 2594 Calumet Trace Suite 4 shopnta.com

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Christian Boswell Age: 12

3023 Highland Pointe Dr. • (270) 684-5595 4820 Frederica St. • (270) 685-5950 therealhacienda.com

Sloan Pergrem Age: 8

411 E 2nd St. (270) 688-8908 musickstudios.com

Katye Clark Age: 13

101 W 2nd St. (270) 684-7800 mellowmushroom.com 42 OWENSBORO PARENT

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Huston Miles Age: 11

1500 East 18th St. (270) 684-2949 kentuckianaanimalclinic.com

Addy Hurm Age: 11

920 Frederica St. #301 Midtown Building (270) 687-2787

Annabella Braden Age: 9

2821 New Hartford Road (270) 685-5777 OurFamilyDerm.com

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Lily Wells Age: 10

3604 Wathenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Crossing (270) 684-6144 owensboroallergy.com

Braden Davis Age: 8

3560 Grederica St. 313 Frederica St. 3264 KY-54 (270) 688-8878 germanamerican.com

McKinley Brown Age: 11

2705 Breckenridge St. (270) 684-9580 johnsonsdancestudio.com

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Lily Hoak Age: 9

4601 Frederica St. (270) 683-0907 chick-fil-a.com

Emma Lanham Age: 11

2065 E Parrish Ave. (270) 821-6637 moes.com

Reese Whiteside Age: 10

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Gabriel Guiterrez Age: 10

530 Frederica St. (270) 689-2412 fwhlegal.com

Adelyn Lee Age: 11

3030 New Hartford Dr. (270) 684-3201 willsanimal.com

Madison Clark Age: 11

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Owen Brey Age: 11

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Discover

ADVICE AND TIPS ON H OW TO M AKE PARENTING AN D L IFE EASIER

The Book

Photo by Monica Smith

Nook

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DISCOVER • THE BOOK NOOK

For this issue’s Book Nook, students at Meadow Lands Elementary School voted for their favorite book. Library Media Specialist Brittney Dukes tallied the votes and shared with Owensboro Parent each grade’s top choice, and even threw in her favorite read too! KINDERGARTEN

still more to deal with: a major earthquake, boy confusion, and

The Book With No Pictures

friends who turn out to be not so friendly. This coming-of-age

By B.J. Novak

of their own dental drama.

true story is sure to resonate with anyone who has ever been in middle school, and especially those who have ever had a bit

You might think a book with no pictures seems boring and

FOURTH GRADE

serious. Except . . . here’s how books work. Everything written

Hatchet

on the page has to be said by the person reading it aloud. Even if the words say . . . BLORK. Or BLUURF. Even if the words are a preposterous song about eating ants for breakfast, or just a list of astonishingly goofy sounds like BLAGGITY BLAGGITY and GLIBBITY GLOBBITY.

By Gary Paulsen Brian is on his way to Canada to visit his estranged father when the pilot of his small prop plane suffers a heart attack. Brian is forced to crash-land

FIRST GRADE

The Dot By Peter H. Reynolds

the plane in a lake--and finds himself stranded in the remote Canadian wilderness with only his clothing and the hatchet his mother gave him as a present before his departure. A story of survival and of transformation, this riveting book has sparked many a reader’s interest in venturing into the wild.

Vashti is in a very bad mood because she has not managed to produce anything in her art class. A blank piece of paper lies before her. Vashti is sure that she “just can’t draw” and she does not even want to try. Her teacher suggests that she should “make a mark and see where it takes you.” SECOND GRADE

FIFTH GRADE

Wonder By R.J. Palacio August Pullman was born with a facial difference that, up until now, has prevented him from going to a mainstream school.

Dog Man

Starting 5th grade at Beecher Prep, he wants nothing more

By Dav Pilkey

than to be treated as an ordinary kid—but his new classmates can’t get past Auggie’s extraordinary face. WONDER, now

Dog Man is the crime-biting canine who is

a #1 New York Times bestseller and included on the Texas

part dog, part man, and ALL HERO! This...

Bluebonnet Award master list, begins from Auggie’s point of

Howl with laughter with Dog Man, the

view, but soon switches to include his classmates, his sister,

internationally bestselling series from Dav

her boyfriend, and others. These perspectives converge

Pilkey, the creator of Captain Underpants! THIRD GRADE

in a portrait of one community’s struggle with empathy, compassion, and acceptance.

Smile

TEACHER PICK

Anne of Green Gables

By Regina Telgemeier

By Lucy Maud Montgomery

Raina just wants to be a normal sixth grader. But one night after Girl Scouts she trips and

This sentimental but charming coming-of-age

falls, severely injuring her two front teeth, and

story about a spirited and unconventional

what follows is a long and frustrating journey with on-again,

orphan girl who finds a home with elderly

off-again braces, surgery, embarrassing headgear, and even a

siblings, became a classic of children’s literature and led to

retainer with fake teeth attached. And on top of all that, there’s

several sequels.

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ADVICE FROM TEACHERS ABOUT SCHOOLING FROM HOME In light of the Covid-19 pandemic and school districts across the Commonwealth closed through most of April, parents are left figuring out how to homeschool their kids. While local districts have done a great job of implementing online teaching methods, we wanted to provide parents with additional resources, so we asked local teachers to provide tips and tricks for how to make the most of NTI days. You’ll love these suggestions!

IDEAL SCHEDULE: by Shannon Brown, 2nd grade teacher

Wake and eat breakfast -- make sure to get ready for the day so you don’t feel sluggish Do a Go Noodle Start school work Break for an outside adventure School work Break for a learning task around the house like cooking a different meal for lunch Finish any school work Imagination time -- play something that makes you use your imagination Tech time / TV Game or read Try to keep a good bedtime! Most important have fun! Enjoy family and not having to rush around!

HOW CAN A PARENT HELP SUPPORT THEIR CHILD’S LEARNING WHILE AT HOME?

Have your child, read, read, and read some more! Discuss the book your child is reading with your child. - Sharon Sadler, 5th grade teacher

Look over their work, discuss any questions they have concerns about. Parents can also provide a quiet place to work. - Jen Cecil, 4th grade teacher

Give them a routine. Set the expectation of what their day will be like. Give them set times for work and then time for them to have a break. I know that the work that teachers sent home for our grade level shouldn’t take more than 20 minutes per sheet. Communicate with your child’s teacher and then set a time frame for your child to complete their work. Once parts of the work are completed, allow them to earn a “Brain Break” where they can watch a fun skip counting song or some dancing song! - Lauren Coomes, 3rd grade teacher

EASY IDEAS TO KEEP KIDS ENTERTAINED: by Alex Sipes, 2nd grade teacher

Build a fort to do school work in. Have a scavenger hunt. Make 3-ingredient play-dough: 1/2 cup cornstarch, 1 cup baking soda, 3/4 cup water. Crayola.com offers free downloadable coloring sheets. Paper plate crafts — look up all of the crafts that can be made with paper plates. There are tons! Go on a virtual field trip! Check out Cincinnati Zoo’s Facebook Live videos of animals at 3 p.m. EST each day. Kids will love watching the animal and learning about it. You can ask questions on the live feed and the zoo staff will answer them.

ANY WEBSITES AVAILABLE FOR STUDENTS AT YOUR GRADE LEVEL THAT PARENTS COULD ACCESS?

Khan Academy, Epic, Freckleembarc.online, Epic!, Dreambox, Google Classrooms, Brainpop, TIP: School Clever Accounts will show parents the websites that the school district has available!

NEED HELP?

There are so many of teachers available to offer support! Each one that Owensboro Parent spoke to said they would be willing to help, regardless if your child is in their class or even their grade. Please reach out and let one of them know what they can do! OP

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DISCOVER • Q&A WITH CHRISTINA DALTON, MSSW, CSW

parental control I hate that I am always the one that has to come “down on my kids. I have 3 and 4-year-old toddlers. I know I am the disciplinarian, but it is difficult being that person all the time and then transitioning to something positive. I am a young mom too and I know I still have a lot to learn but I am always looking for new and better ways. Any suggestions to how to play both roles would be great.

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(This is my 16-year-old daughter’s response. She is very popular with her younger cousins and does babysit too. They actually call her, “The Queen of the Little People.”) When redirecting children, it is important to be firm and convince them to do the needed task. To get out of things many children will cry and beg to do what they want. I’m sure I used to do that too. But, to get a child to comply, you may have to make the task seem more fun than it actually is. Sometimes it is not that simple though, but you can’t give into their begging. Giving in can teach them that if they cry for a certain amount of time then they will eventually get their way. Sometimes you may need to put your foot down and discipline them with a consequence. Some children learn quickly and you will not have to do it again. Being firm but still entertaining for the kids is very important so that you seem like someone they should listen to. Becoming an adult figure may be difficult, but it is worth it when you can have fun while keeping the children in check. (My response) I think there are tons of parents that have to play many roles in their kid’s lives. You are correct that it can be difficult to be all things to our kids and how do we switch in between bad cop/good cop? Unfortunately, there is not a magic wand to make that an easier transition -as much as we all wish that were true. I think the way to make this transition smoother is the

relationship you have with your children. The more positive the relationship is between you and your children the easier giving out consequences are going to be for you. The more natural consequences a child receives the easier that transition will be. For example, if you tell your child when you act this way (insert any annoying behavior) we will leave wherever we are and go home. The natural consequence is that you no longer get to be at a place you want to be at and you have to go home. It is not your fault that you had to leave, it is because of the child’s behavior. The more that you do these types of things, the more the child will focus their blame and attention on their behaviors and not you. Think about a time that your child has made you a crazy person asking for something, it could be anything you can think of and often times we give in because we are going to lose our minds. We have all been there. When you really sit back and examine that behavior, when you are not exhausted or sleep deprived, what do you see? You see that the child acted a certain way or manner and it worked. The behaviors that they exhibited got them what they wanted. Now what if those same behaviors always resulted in something they were not trying to obtain -- like going home and being put time in timeout? When this happens, they should be upset at their behavior and not you. Of course, that takes consistency and time but also builds a more positive relationship between you and your child by giving you more time to do fun stuff and enjoy each other. Hope this helps! OP

CHRISTINA DALTON, MSSW, CSW is a Family Resource Center Coordinator for Daviess County Public Schools. MATISSE DALTON is a 10th grader at Apollo High School, where she is in the Engineering Academy. Her interests include drawing, softball, reading and trying to see every bookstore in the world. She is also an excellent babysitter and appropriately nicknamed, “Queen of the Little People.”

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Do Kids Really Need a Bedtime? by Eva Harrison, 3rd grade

ave you ever wondered

why infants to 1 year olds need 12 to

say. But that will be when they finally

“Do kids REALLY need

16 hours of sleep. Also 3 to 5 year olds

get out of bed. Before that it’s like they

a bedtime?” Well in my

need 10 to 13 hours of sleep every 24

LIVE in their bed!!!

opinion they................ Do. Now I know

hours. Including naps.

some kids go to bed whenever they

want. But some parents have their

might just have 9 meltdowns. Kids

kids go to bed at a specific time. Like

can cry a lot, but they always have a

mine. If you read my WHOLE book

reason. But if they go to bed late they

then you might say “Well kids really

might just cry for no reason ALL day.

do need a bedtime.”

PLUS it will get on your nerves fast.

But that is a day in the life of a parent.

Kids need a bedtime because they

“Are you done yet? ‘Cause this is

a spectacularly looooooong piece.” That’s probably what you’re thinking. And almost. Here is why kids need a bedtime. It’s for good health and just a good attitude in the morning. Or they will stay in bed all day, or be grumpy. That’s why infants need like 12 to 16

might be really grumpy. If they go

to bed at 12:00 or 1:00, they might

might stay in bed all day. Kids can be

hours and teens need 8 to 10 hours.

say I need a nap! They might also be

rude, and just like when they didn’t

Now if you’re a parent and your child

mean to a sibling, or just cry for no

get all the sleep they needed, they’ll

won’t go to bed, there are some tips

reason, or say “NO, NO, NO!!!” That’s

say “NO” to everything their parents

below.

Kids need a bedtime because they

Tip Time!

GIVE YOUR KID A HOT BATH

READ THEM A BEDTIME STORY

HAVE DINNER WITH THICK HEAVY GRAVY

GO SOMEWHERE AND BURN OFF THEIR ENERGY

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DISCOVER

EVERY HOUSEHOLD WITH A CHILD SHOULD HAVE A PET by Payden Sanders, 3rd grade // Illustration by Lydia Tanner, 1st grade

›› Give the pet food and water

sells plankton and other really small pets!

have a pet! It keeps the kids happy for

›› Clean the cage ( if the animal has one)

one thing! But there are sooo many other

›› Make sure the pet itself is clean

Every household with a child should

reasons I can name that help you and your

›› Make sure the pet gets enough exercise

child!

›› Make sure the pet is healthy

›› And so on.

Having a pet would teach the kids

responsibility.

58%

parents

say

You can get small pets. When I say

Who says the pet has to be real! You

could get a Tamagotchi. A Tamagotchi is a small circular device with three buttons. You turn the Tamagotchi on and a random pet spawns. Then you use the buttons to interact with the pet, but if you don’t take care of the pet it can die.

that having a pet teaches their kids

small I mean small. You could get a fish, or

responsibility. On a regular bases the kids

a hamster, or bugs (in a cage of course!).

so you can make the best decision on this

would have to:

There is actually a place in Japan that

topic. I hope to see you next time!

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I hope you can consider these reasons OP

Earth Day is Important

by Sasha Foster, 4th grade // Illustration by Katye Clark, 7th grade

Lots of people think Earth Day is not important, but it’s actually a big deal. In fact, it’s a really big deal! Earth Day is the day where people need to be kind to our planet. Earth Day can be any day, as long as you are doing something good for our planet. Some examples are like picking up trash on the ground, not throwing trash on the ground, and recycling things like water bottles and paper. On Earth Day, go out to a park and look for trash if you want to do a good deed. Or do this on any day, just to be recognized as a good person! We don’t want our planet to look like trash! We want out planet to look green and good as new! Saving our planet also includes saving the ocean. Throwing trash in a lake or in a river can have a big impact on

the animal kingdom. Throwing plastic items in the ocean can kill sea animals, yes, including turtles. Turtles and other sea creatures are important for our planet. Trees are also a big thing. On Earth Day, try not to cut down a lot of trees, because trees give out an important need called oxygen, also known as air. You can’t live without oxygen, so you can’t live without trees! Trees are also made of wood, so trees also produce paper. If you don’t cut down trees, our community can save paper! And have oxygen to breathe! As you can see, we need to save our planet for lots of reasons. When you do something for our planet, you’ll feel good about it afterwards! So make sure you do something to help our planet on Earth Day!

EARTH DAY BUCKET LIST

EARTH DAY IS WEDNESDAY, APRIL 22

by Ava Settles, 6th grade

Turn the lights off when you leave a room. Recycle. Use both sides of the paper. Use a reusable bag instead of a plastic bag. Turn off your computer or laptop. Turn off the water when you are brushing your teeth. Pick up trash at a park near you. Plant a tree. Ride your bike instead of riding in a car. Take shorter showers.

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MEMORIAL DAY

MEMORIAL DAY IS MONDAY, MAY 25

by Grant Lewis, 5th grade // Illustration by Parker Mullins, 4th grade

Memorial Day is a special time for

about them and how they were so nice

because he didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t actually die in the war.

lots of people. When people all across the

to everyone. I would go to their house

country celebrate Memorial Day, they

sometimes and visit them. When we did,

their relatives. They can leave flowers

think about all the soldiers who have

my cousins and I would go play in their

and other stuff. It gives them a chance

passed away serving this country. The

backyard and we would always have so

to remember their relatives better and

Vietnam Wall has all the names of the

much fun.

helps them feel a lot closer to them.

soldiers who passed away in the Vietnam

Another

one

great-

Some people go to the gravesite of

Memorial Day is a time to grieve and

War. There are exactly 58,320 names on

grandparents died of a brain tumor

to mourn and to think about those who

the wall, including eight women.

long before I was born. I do remember

have died in your family for serving this

Some people grieve for a relative that

some things people told me about him.

country. This holiday has a huge impact

has passed away. I think about my great-

He served in the Air Force as a medic.

on so many people because everyone has

grandparents who passed away six

He actually fought in the Vietnam War,

been affected by death in so many ways.

years ago. Every Memorial Day I think

but is name is not on the Vietnam Wall

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by Huston Call, 5th grade Illustration by Lucas Ward, 7th grade

There are several reasons sports are good for kids. Sports give you exercise, teach you about teamwork and are fun to play. Sports are a great way for kids to exercise. Exercise is important for kids because it makes you strong. Exercise is good for your heart too. When you play sports, it burns calories and helps you not gain weight and to lose weight if you need to. Playing sports is good for your body. Playing sports teaches kids about teamwork. When you play as a team, you know everyone playing is important. All the kids on the team have to work together to try to win. When you play basketball for example, every position matters. Basketball players have to work as a team. If one player shoots the ball and misses, another player can help by rebounding the ball. If one person with the ball gets trapped, another teammate can get open to help them out. In sports, you have to work as a team. Finally, sports are fun for kids to play. When you play sports, you get to be with your friends and sometimes you can make new friends. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fun to be active and it gives you something to do. It is also fun to compete with others. There are a lot of reasons why kids like to play sports and why it is good for kids. I love playing sports! OP

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WHO’S READY FOR

Summer? Illustrations by Lydia Tanner, 1st grade

SUMMER DAYS A poem by Hannah Jit, 4th grade

Every kid looks forward to summer Your bright summer sunny days All so fun never a bummer Always waiting to feel your warm rays!

SUMMER SCAVENGER HUNT by Grace Calhoun, 6th grade

Take a picture of yourself at all of these locations and use them in a summer scrapbook album. Mammoth skeleton at the Owensboro Museum of Science and History Blue Bridge Nicky Hayden statue Dancer statue at the RiverPark Center Buffalo statue at the Owensboro Museum of Fine Arts Fountain at Smothers Park Trolley Large bike statue on Second Street Mirror mosaic of Kentucky on the Frantz building Abraham Lincoln statue at City Hall

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The days are filled with endless fun, Warm weather and no school! You can stuff your face with hot dog buns Do what you want, be cool! Free to be yourself and goof around Enjoy your days while they last! You can be as loud as you want or not make a sound It’s sure you’ll be having a blast! Rise higher and higher, Be free and break the rules Let your imagination grow, just don’t play with fire. Don’t worry about anything, not even your schools. Summer is time for vacation, Hopefully will not be boring, Time for wonderful relaxation, To feel the sun on your back roaring!

2020 Summer Bucket List by Breanna Jacob, 5th grade

GO SWIMMING. Swimming is a great way to start off your AWESOME SUMMER! Here are some nice public swimming pools: Combest Pool, Cravens Pool, or you could even swim in your backyard pool!

friends, pretending you are on a pirate ship -- anything with your imagination! Some good parks are Legion Park, Chautauqua Park, Smothers Park, even your neighborhood park!

house. Create “fairy dust” with all your

MAKE A NATURE JAR. Nature

RIDE A BIKE. Biking outdoors (or riding on a scooter) is very fun. Feeling the wind in your hair, looking out at the world. Without it, summer wouldn’t be complete!

MAKE A LEMONADE STAND. Setting up a lemonade stand or even a smoothie stand is a great way to earn from cash for the summer! You could even sell brownies or cookies for an extra $1.

jars are jars that have things you find

GO TO THE PARK. Going to the park

SIDEWALK CHALK. Create a

Whatever you choose to do this summer,

with friends or family is fun. It’s always fun to play a game in the park, racing

masterpiece with chalk! Make a “magical walkway” outside of your

favorite colors. With anything you do, sidewalk chalk is a way of using your imagination!

outside. You could gather dirt, leaves, grass, even bugs! Whatever you find outside is good!

make it a rockin’, cool, super extra fun summer!

SUMMER FOR ME by Lucia Guido, 6th grade

Summer, one of my favorite times of the year, is when I get to relax and have fun. If you didn’t know, my family is from Costa Rica, a country in Central America. Every summer we try to go there to visit family. This summer we are planning to see if we go but we have not yet decided. Costa Rica is a very beautiful and tropical country. Their beaches and volcanoes are awesome travel destinations that my family and I love to visit. Other than visiting family in Costa Rica, I love to hang out with all my friends. Sleepovers, getting nails done and water balloon fights are the top things I like to do every summer other than visiting my family. We always love a nice ride on the Greenbelt. Talking about biking, I do triathlons in the summer. I am part of the team Green River Tri. We practice three days a week and have triathlons about every other week. It’s a nice way to stay fit. To sum up, summer is a time that I like to spend with all my friends and family. OP

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STAYING HOME?

14 Screen-Free Ideas during Covid-19 by Katie Beth Osborne, 6th grade

“Mom! I’m booooooored!”

Build a blanket fort.

Ever said these words on

Do a puzzle.

day when you’re stuck at

Read a book.

home? We’ve all had those

Take a nap.

days where we’re cooped

Do a LEGO set.

up inside. Besides heading straight to your phone, iPad, or Playstation, there are all sorts of other things that you can do or learn. Sometimes the simplest ideas are the most entertaining! I’ve made

Play with a pet (or a neighbor’s if you don’t have one). Practice an instrument. Color in a coloring book. Do a craft. Draw a picture. Play a board game.

a list of my top 14 super

Play with a sibling (or a neighbor if you don’t have one).

easy activities that DO NOT

Get creative with mom or dad in the kitchen.

involve a screen (and two

Dance in the rain and jump in puddles. BONUS: Sing karaoke (at the top of your lungs, of course!)

bonuses that do).

BONUS: Watch a movie (OK, this involves a screen, but it’s not like you’re staring at your phone!)

Joke Time! by Kandace Winstead, 3rd grade

Q. What kind of music does an iron worker like? A. Heavy Metal.

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Q. Why did the teddy bear say no to dessert? A. Because he was stuffed.

Q. What has ears but can’t hear? A. A cornfield.

Q. What did the left eye say to the right eye? A. Between us something smells.

RAINY DAY QUIZ by Grace Calhoun, 6th grade // Illustration by Lydia Tanner, 1st grade

Do you like activities that involve lots of movement? 1. Yes 2. Sometimes 3. No

Would you rather be alone or in a group? 1. In a group 2. Either 3. Alone

Are you creative and/or artistic? 1. No 2. It depends on what mood I’m in. 3. Yes, I do crafts and create art all the time.

Do you like to try new things? 1. No, I’m perfectly fine in my comfort zone. 2. Sometimes, but only if someone else has done it first. 3. Yes! I love changing things up!

Where do you like to hang out? 1. At my favorite place to play sports. 2. At the mall, shopping with friends. 3. At my house or one of my friends’ houses.

Do you enjoy school? 1. No 2. Yes, but only my favorite subjects. 3. Yes! Almost every subject.

RESULTS

Mostly 1s

Twister, balloon volleyball, Nerf war, blanket fort, card houses, indoor dodgeball, hide and seek

Mostly 2s Go to the mall, blanket fort, trivia contest (favorite book, movies, etc.), bake, hide and seek, ice cream party

Mostly 3s Try making new crafts, bake cookies, make a best friend quiz, learn about an interesting new topic, read a book. OP

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