May 3, 2012
Volume 8 Issue 18 2nd Quarter 2012 TABLE OF CONTENTS
Q: How does a rose ride a bike?
Week 18 April 29 -May 5
A: By using its petals!
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ISSUE 2012.18
Flowers are Coming! pages 1-4
Famous Landmarks: Butchart Gardens pages 5-6
May Day pages 7-8
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