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Find out more here https://bit.ly/creativitychallenges . Upload whatever you create here https://bit.ly/YMSPhotoDrop

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Jason Reynolds: Your Hero Writes You a Response Letter

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7 cool–and slightly funky–TED-Ed Lessons to watch at home (continued)

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Weird. Why do humans have a third eyelid?  How does rap save lives?  What's up with  vultures: The acid-puking, plague-busting heroes of the ecosystem?

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2. Vultures: The acid-puking, plague-busting heroes of the ecosystem
In the African grasslands, a gazelle suffering from tuberculosis takes its last breath. The animal's corpse threatens to infect the water, but for the vulture, this isn't a problem: it's a feast. With a stomach of steel that can digest diseased meat and waste, vultures are essential to removing dangerous pathogens from ecosystems. Kenny Coogan explores the importance of the desert's cleanup crew.

3. How rap saves lives
Raegan Sealy presents a daring account of trauma and healing as she waxes poetic on the power of rap. Through lyrical music, she confronts privilege, violence, race and the discomfort of borrowing from a culture that is not her own, while discovering a community that is.

4. The mysterious life and death of Rasputin
On a night in 1916, Russian aristocrats set a plot of assassination into motion. If all went as planned, a man would be dead by morning, though others had already tried and failed. The monarchy was on the brink of collapse, and they believed this man was the single cause of it all. Who was he, and why was he to blame for the fate of an empire? Eden Girma explores the life of the notorious Rasputin.

5. Why do humans have a third eyelid?
You know that little pink thing nestled in the corner of your eye? It's actually the remnant of a third eyelid. In humans, it's vestigial, meaning it no longer serves its original purpose. There are several other vestigial structures in the human body, quietly riding along from one of our ancestor species to the next. But why have they stuck around for so long? Dorsa Amir investigates.

6. Claws vs. nails
Consider the claw. Frequently found on animals around the world, it's one of nature's most versatile tools. Bears use claws for digging as well as defense. An eagle's needle-like talons can pierce the skulls of their prey. Even the ancestors of primates used to wield these impressive appendages, until their claws evolved into nails. So what caused this adaptation? Matthew Borths investigates.

7. Are we living in a simulation?
All life on Earth- living and inanimate, microscopic and cosmic- is governed by mathematical laws with apparently arbitrary constants. And this opens up a question: If the universe is completely governed by these laws, couldn't a powerful enough computer simulate it exactly? Could our reality actually be a detailed simulation set in place by a more advanced civilization? Zohreh Davoudi investigates.

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7 cool-and slightly funky-TED-Ed Lessons to watch at home

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2. Vultures: The acid-puking, plague-busting heroes of the ecosystem In the African grasslands, a gazelle suffering from tuberculosis takes its last breath. The animal's corpse threatens to infect the water, but for the vulture, this isn't a problem: it's a feast.

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Yokosuka Middle School Library - Write. Right. Rite.

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Monday: 7:25 AM - 2:35 PM (4:00 PM for Library Club) Tuesday: 7:25 AM - 1:20 PM Wednesday: 7:25 AM - 2:50 PM Thursday: 7:25 AM - 2:50 PM Friday: 7:25 AM - 2:50 PM Lunch Closure: Varies daily according to grade level Mrs. Hertz is teaching that day.

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Jason challenges you to create a fictional tattoo that represents a story from your life.  Take a photo of your tattoo and submit it to our photo drop box.  https://bit.ly/PhotoWallYMS

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Jason Reynolds: "Write. Right. Rite.": Create A Fictional Tattoo

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DEAR JUNIOR RANGERS,

I know it's your first day, but duty waits for no one. We have a wonderful collection of critters in these forests, but I need you to find one of our more... eccentric... woodland residents. "Doctor" Wrightwood, a "Sasquatch hunter," has a cabin somewhere in this forest, but no one seems to know where. No one's seen or heard from her in over a month: it's about time we make sure she's okay.

While we don't have many leads, she does maintain a website on her "research", if you can call it that. That's as good a place to start as any.

Thank you for your service,
K. Peasner Forest Operations Manager

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DEAR JUNIOR RANGERS, I know it's your first day, but duty waits for no one. We have a wonderful collection of critters in these forests, but I need you to find one of our more... eccentric... woodland residents. "Doctor" Wrightwood, a "Sasquatch hunter," has a cabin somewhere in this forest,

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I've been contacted by Oink Games and am complying with their requests. Regrettably, Fake Artist Online is now... well, offline.

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'AVENGERS'  KIDS TABATA WORKOUT (4mins 22secs) #GETKIDSMOVING

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Author Erin Entrada Kelly Shares Her Notebooks

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In each “Write. Right. Rite.” video episode, Reynolds will address young people directly and provide helpful ways to express creativity through various prompts and activities. Videos will be posted twice a week (Tuesday and Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. EST) through April and May 2020, with more videos to be posted throughout the summer. Viewers are encouraged to share their projects on social media using the hashtags (#WriteRightRite and #tellyourstorywithjason).

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Jason Reynolds, seventh National Ambassador for Young People's Literature, challenges kids to create an award for themselves in the inaugural "Write. Right. Rite." video.

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Grab the Mic Video Series begins later TODAY!

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Book: I Survived I Survived The Sinking of the Titanic, 1912

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Book: I Survived I Survived The Sinking of the Titanic, 1912

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Author Lauren Tarshis reads I Survived The Sinking of the Titanic, 1912, chapters 1 & 2

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DC.com - Welcome to the Official Site for DC. DC is home to the world's Greatest Super Heroes, including SUPERMAN, BATMAN, WONDER WOMAN, GREEN LANTERN, THE FLASH, AQUAMAN and more

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If you are looking to learn how to draw anime you've come to the right place. AnimeOutline is one of the best and largest resources for quality, original anime and manga style drawing tutorials. Check below for some step by step drawing guides as well as other anime related tips and advice!

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A collection of my favorite webcomics for middle to high school grade and beyond. There is with little to no sexual or poor language that I have seen in any of these webcomics. However, you will need to be the judge for yourself. Curated by a Middle High School Librarian in Central New York.

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You just need a pencil and a paper to kill the boring time and have fun instead! Yes, drawing can take you to the world of imagination and fantasies that you have been craving for. So if you're getting bored an looking for something to have some fun then we strongly recommend you to grab a pencil and blank paper, that' all you need! Are you thinking of 'how to draw cartoon characters step by step' or how would you start and make proper body shape? Don't worry, we got you best examples with all steps so you can easily follow and craft yourself a fantastic drawing sketch.

The drawing itself is truly helpful to the kids and the positive effects as well, read it here! But, the moment you crave for some drawing designs to practice, then please do check out this post here. Now, scroll down to know the answer of 'how to draw cartoon characters step by step'.

From the movie frozen Santa Olaf, is the best cartoon character to draw, in case Christmas is on the way!

Starting from her adorable face, to her catchy tail and a perfect body figure is all easy to do if you follow as per instructions.
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If you want to color your cartoon character drawing, it'd be look like this way realistic.

Just from a staright line, it's all possible to pour down the huge hulk body on a piece of paper.

This brave girl with curly hair has lot to make you positive and courageous.

So, that's how a kid looks like when he cries a lot, though, he is funny!

The creature from the Pikachu is popular among all kids and is a must draw cartoon character.

Don't forget to admire your own pet dog and the super-dog as well!

What an alive and powerful sketch of Naruto! Naruto fan, follow the steps and it can be done easily.

I don't think you'd ever find the other easiest way to draw Doremon cartoon sketch.

Yes, this is the well-known and a funny Pikachu character that every kid would love to draw.

The fastest bird on the planet, road runner, can be drawn and colored this way.

Superman fans, just with the pencil work and bit of shades can get you masculine superman sketch.

Batman attire's color combination and outfit design must be drawn carefully.

Once it's done, make sure to do the color work, oil pastels is the best way to go with. Check out the pastel techniques and tips.

A funny lion for the funny kids and is easy making and coloring, just follow the steps as shown in the image.

Drawing a cartoon sketch of tweety is quite easy as you can start it making round head.

A small kitten and a lovely baby girl with her braids looking fascinating. You can do color work on girl's attire.

Use different colors of pencils so you understand and can differ the lines and body parts.

Aladdin pencil sketch might get you headache but it's possible with bit of practice.

Wolverine cartoon character design with sharp blades is also a good idea to make.

Don't forget to portray the spider man, especially, if you're about to draw a superhero.

If you still remember the alphabets, then you can draw this cute girl smartly as it all needs you to draw curves similar to the shape of alphabets.

This cute looking fictional character is not that cute when it's about his feeding habits! He can eat anything and everything that he sees.

This daring bulldog is a friend of Jerry but the enemy of Tom! Right from the Tom and Jerry show!

So, Easter is on the way! Let's craft the sketch of bugs bunny and enjoy the festive season.

So, we have shared the cool and learning tutorials to doubtful question, how to draw cartoon characters step by step. Hope you enjoyed and would practice your hands and have great fun. Do share the examples and drop us your feedback in comment section.

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How to Draw Cartoon Characters Step by Step (30 Examples)

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You just need a pencil and a paper to kill the boring time and have fun instead! Yes, drawing can take you to the world of imagination and fantasies that you have been craving for. So if you're getting bored an looking for something to have some fun then we strongly recommend you to grab a pencil and blank paper, that' all you need!

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From Richard Byrne, editor of Practical Ed Tech Tip of the Week -- ''Creating Comics for Comfort'' -- Living in Maine and father of two school-age children, Richard wrote the following item for teachers and students dealing with the terrible tragedy of the recent mass shootings in that state. He thought this an appropriate time to review and use Social and Emotional Learning resources, such as those offered by MakeBeliefsComix.com.

Make Beliefs Comix offers a library of fantastic, free ebooks for SEL. The library hosted by Make Beliefs Comix contains fillable PDFs that you can download for free. The latest addition to that library is 50+ Ways to Talk to Yourself and Find Healing. And for something a bit lighter, take a look at Pet Words: Conversations With Your Animal Friends.

"Here's a video overview of the Make Beliefs Comix ebooks and here's one about how to create comic strips on the Make Beliefs Comix website."

For many LGBTQ+ kids, especially when they're figuring things out, finding accepting spaces online can sometimes feel safer. Seek out creative opportunities and modes of self-expression, with this section in Make Beliefs Comix.

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Create comics online at MakeBeliefsComix. A fun way educators & parents can empower students to express ideas and stories in comix!

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Welcome to the Harry Potter At Home hub where you’ll find all the latest magical treats to keep you occupied - including special contributions from Bloomsbury and Scholastic, nifty magical craft videos (teach your friends how to draw a Niffler!), fun articles, quizzes, puzzles and plenty more for first-time readers, as well as those already familiar with the wizarding world. We’re casting a Banishing Charm on boredom!

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Wide Open School is a free collection of the best online learning experiences for kids curated by the editors at Common Sense. There is so much good happening, and we are here to gather great stuff and organize it so teachers and families can easily find it and plan each day.

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April Fool's Day is the perfect opportunity to try out all those pranks you've been dying to pull on your friends, family, and coworkers-just without any of the guilt. Since it's essentially a pranking holiday where everybody gets advance warning, no one can claim to be caught by surprise with your April Fool's pranks. It's April 1st, fool! Look at your darn calendar! If you're not on high alert during this one day of the year, you have nobody to blame but yourself.

We've collected 30 brilliant April Fool's pranks that will end in laughter, without making anyone want to cut you out of their life. These are ideas for people who realize that April Fools is just one day, and come April the 2nd, not all jokes will be as funny. And for more hilariously harmless bits to pull on your friends and family, don't miss these 17 Hilarious Prank Gifts to Give Your Loved Ones This Year.

You'll be a hero when you show up at the office with two-dozen delicious doughnuts for your coworkers. Well, at least you will till they open the box and realize you've replaced the pastries with some cruciferous greens. Nothing tastes as sad as cauliflower when you were expecting something glazed with sprinkles.

Want to mess with somebody's favorite TV or computer without doing any permanent damage? It's all about the sensors, baby. Just attach a tiny piece of tape over the laser sensor on the underside of their remote or mouse, which will (temporarily) block the signal. Make sure it's the right color-if the remote is black and you don't have any black tape, use a sharpie to color in it-and then leave it out and wait for the confusion.

Here's one of those April Fool's pranks to play as a group. Throughout the day, beginning as early as possible, have different people call your victim-either at his office or home-and ask to speak with Franklin. If possible, have someone new call him every 30 minutes, so it really starts to become tiresome for your victim to keep saying, "There's nobody named Franklin here, you have the wrong number."

At the end of the day, it's time for the grand finale. He gets a call and the voice on the other end tells him, "Hi, this is Franklin. Have there been any calls for me?"

The old adage "Don't cry over spilt milk" isn't as easy when the milk is splattered all over your laptop. You obviously wouldn't want to actually destroy somebody's computer for an April Fools' prank, but you can briefly trick them into thinking you did. All you need is a glass surface and some glue, which will fill in for the milk. Follow these step-by-step instructions and you'll be ready to go.

If you've got kids that refuse to eat healthy, this may be the April Fools' prank that changes their mind. It looks like a delicious plate of chicken nuggets, but once they bite into one, they'll realize it's really a cleverly disguised bar of soap. That sudsy mouth feeling will remind them, they should've tried the fruit salad instead. (And yes, this April Fool's prank is somewhat mean; but trust us, no one will get hurt.)

If you can get access to a friend or coworker's phone, just launch the website Iphoneception on their browser and switch all of their app shortcuts into adorable kitty faces. This is an especially brutal April Fool's prank for somebody who isn't a big fan of cats. But, at the end of the day, who can really be mad at a cute kitty?

Measure out just enough bubble wrap to hide under the rug of a frequently-visited stretch of hallway. Once somebody steps down on it, it'll make such a bang that they'll dive for cover.

Fill a bowl with your victim's favorite cereal and milk, then slip it into the freezer overnight. Serve them breakfast in bed on April Fools' morning, and watch as they try in vain to scoop up a spoonful. For extra hilarity, half-submerge a spoon in the milk before freezing the whole bowl. They'll pull and pull and pull at the spoon before finally figuring out what's going on.

This is a classic April Fools' prank for a reason. It takes a lot of artistry to cover everything in somebody's office with aluminum foil, and it looks really impressive when you're finished, like you've turned their desk and computer and lamp into some kind of futuristic alien workstation. But it's also easy enough to return everything back to normal after the big reveal.

You don't even have to be that precise with your scissor work. Just cut out a shape on black paper that vaguely looks like a frighteningly large insect, and then attach it to the inside of a lampshade. When somebody comes in and flips on the light, the first thing they'll see is the shadow of a bug that looks like it could bite off a finger. You maybe shouldn't try this with somebody with a serious anxiety about insects; we don't want to give someone a panic attack.

This is a great one for work: Depending on how many stalls there are at the shared bathroom on your floor, create some fake lower legs and feet, using shoes and pants stuffed with towels. Place them inside the stalls before the workday begins, then watch as your coworkers get increasingly annoyed that every toilet in the bathroom has been occupied all day. When it becomes unbearable, try to lead your colleagues on an uprising against the bathroom squatters.

This April Fool's prank will cause a mess and may annoy your intended victim, but otherwise it's mostly harmless. Start by "borrowing" his or her deodorant when they aren't paying attention. Twist at the bottom of the container until around two inches of deodorant comes out. Remove it with a spoon and replace it with cream cheese, which you then mold and shape with your hands. It takes time and some creativity, as it needs to look realistic enough that your friend won't think twice about plunging it into their armpits. But if you do it right, be prepared to hear a blood-curdling scream coming from the bathroom.

Guaranteed to scare the living daylights out of them, especially if you go the extra yard and really make it look real. Take a photo of your head, print up a quality color copy, and slip it into a waterproof plastic sleeve. Then dump it into a big jar filled with water, and add some faux fur that matches your hair color. It's one of the simplest April Fool's pranks, but here's a step-by-step guide if you need a primer.

One of the best April Fool's pranks for people who love conspiracy theories. Tell your friend that you're pretty sure Elvis has been stalking you. Yes, the King of Rock n' Roll, who passed away at Graceland in 1977. Your friend, being a reasonable person, will think you're joking. But continue to confide in him that you're almost positive it's the real Elvis, and he's been following you for weeks. Give it the full day for your paranoid ramblings to feel like old news, and then invite them to a pre-dinner drink. What they don't know is, you've arranged for a guy dressed like Elvis-the late '70s, over-the-top Vegas Elvis-to hover nearby, watching you from behind a tree. Hopefully, your friend notices him first.

Add a thin layer of clear nail polish to a bar of soap and you've instantly made it useless. The polish has water-proofed the soap, so they can scrub and scrub with it all they want but it'll never lather up. Hopefully they'll give up before scrubbing themselves raw. If they're the stubborn sort, you might want to give them a time limit before knocking on the bathroom door and shouting, "April Fools!"

Add a secret message to the bumper of your friend's car, which reads: "PLEASE HONK. Driver doesn't know. April Fool's Day." The trick will be getting the sign on there without the driver noticing. This one works best with an accomplice, who can keep the victim distracted while he gets into the car, and you can affix the message on his bumper. (Make sure it's something that can be easily removed so the joke doesn't become a permanent part of his morning commute.)

Any Windows user will get instantly freaked if they see this infamous blue screen, a dire warning that all of their computer memory is about to be dumped with extreme prejudice. You don't have to infect a buddy's computer with a real virus to watch him squirm. Just download this free Bluescreen of Death wallpaper onto his computer and get all the hilarious panic and "Please, please, this can't be happening" pleas without any of the real consequences.

Fill a spray bottle with some mildly warm tap water, and wait for your moment to strike. When you're standing behind someone, no more than a foot away from them, hold the spray bottle up to your face and let out a violent sneeze, covering your victim's back and neck with what he thinks is snot. Apologize profusely and let him believe, for a few disgusting seconds, that you seriously sneezed all over his back, before finally revealing the truth.

Find a door that can only be opened by pulling it, then add an official looking sign to the door that reads "PUSH ONLY PLEASE." You'll be surprised how many people keep pushing despite the repeated evidence that it's just not going to work. Why do we blindly follow signs even when they defy all logic? There's a psychology thesis in there somewhere, but you just have to decide how long to let them struggle before reminding them about April Fool's.

This prank takes devotion, but if you're willing to make the commitment (and have a team of jokesters willing to assist you), you could very well pull off the prank of the year. Move all the clocks forward by two hours in your office or home, letting one specific target think it's actually much, much later than they originally believed. (If you can get access to their smartphones to change the time, even better.)

Then later, when they've finally adjusted to the new time, change it on them yet again, moving all the clocks backwards by an hour. Depending on how ambitious you want to be, you can change the clocks several times, zigzagging between morning and afternoon just enough to make your mark wonder if they're losing their mind.

Get some paper and cut it up into hundreds of tiny confetti pieces. Carefully place them on top of a ceiling fan-make sure the fan is off, obviously, and that nobody will walk in and catch you in the act-and then stealthy leave as if nothing has changed. Wait for your unsuspecting mark to walk in and flip on the ceiling fan, and then wonder why he's being showered with confetti like it just struck midnight on New Year's Eve.

It's not that you've filled a co-worker's office with balloons, it's that you filled every available square inch with balloons, so it's impossible to enter without popping them one by one. The exact amount of balloons depends on the size of their office, and the size of balloons you're using. Luckily, we have the Internet, and there's actually a Reddit thread devoted to figuring out the math of this topic.

It's so easy, it'd be an April Fools' crime not to use it on somebody. All you have to do is get access to their computer-wait until they're at lunch or on a bathroom break-and hit Ctrl+Alt+Down Arrow. It instantly flips everything on their PC screen so it's upside down. (Don't worry, it's just as easy to reverse. Just hit Ctrl+Alt+Up Arrow.) For a Mac, go to their System Preferences, open the Displays option and click on the "Rotate" menu.

Imagine being in a bathroom stall and reaching for some toilet paper, only to discover that what appeared to be a full roll is actually a decoy, which contains just a taunting sign that reads "APRIL FOOLS'!" Okay, this one might be a little mean, but the guy who invented it is bona fide pranking genius.

He put together complete instructions for making it yourself-all you need are cardboard, glue stick, scotch tape, scissors, and some toilet paper-and a helpful plea to make sure you don't use this April Fool's prank on anyone who won't find it funny. Maybe keep a second roll nearby, for some post-pranking relief?

Buy a universal remote and get it synced to your TV. Then wait till your friends or family are watching TV and think they're in full control. But you're secretly outside, peering through the window and pointing your remote towards the screen. The key here is to build the tension slowly. Don't suddenly go haywire and change channels on them randomly. Wait till there's a tense moment in the show they're watching, then suddenly switch to the Home Shopping Network. Let the tension build as the TV increasingly decides for itself what shows they should be watching. Practice makes perfect on this, so make sure to do a few dry runs before your moment of April Fools' glory.

Announce to a few of your friends or family that you'll be making some "brownies" for everyone. Then, while your friends and family think you're baking away in the kitchen for them, cut out multiple letter "E's" from brown construction paper, fill a pan with them, cover with tinfoil, and then announce that you're done making them. Stand aside and watch everyone's faces fall when they uncover the tinfoil and realize there's no actual dessert. Make sure to only announce it through word-of-mouth, however, because then they can't be mad that you actually gave them what you said: brown E s.

This prank is simple, but it's sure to provide day-long laughter. Bring a toaster or coffee pot into the office, and put it in the office kitchen. (Don't worry: the joke isn't that you're giving away a free appliance.) Put a label on the toaster or coffee pot that says "voice activated" and enjoy the dulcet sounds of frustrated people shouting at random kitchen appliances all day.

What better way to break up the long work day than with some harmless fun? When your coworker is away from their desk, leave them a note saying they missed a call from "Mr. Baer" or "Mr. Lyon." And don't forget to leave a number! The number to the local zoo, that is. Either your coworker will realize it right away-and you'll get to see the annoyance on their face for being so gullible-or you'll get to laugh as they repeatedly ask for Mr. "bear" or "lion" to a group of endlessly amused zoo employees.

This one will require some acting, so get your game-face ready. Print out four photos of Guns N' Roses' guitarist Slash and tape one to each tire on your friend's car. Run back inside in a panic and announce that someone slashed their tires. Your friend will most likely run outside immediately-both angry and panicked. However, they'll be instantly relieved to see photos of Slash on their tires. Rock on.

A classic prank, but one that typically never fails. Buy a pack of Oreos, remove the cream, replace it with white toothpaste, and reassemble. If anyone spots an already opened pack of Oreos, c'mon, who can possibly resist sneaking one? Unfortunately for this unassuming little thief, when they bite down into this treat, the new "mint" flavor they find couldn't be described as "delicious." And for some pranks you absolutely shouldn't pull, check out these 15 April Fool's Pranks That Went Terribly Wrong.

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April Fool's Day is the perfect opportunity to try out all those pranks you've been dying to pull on your friends, family, and coworkers-just without any of the guilt. Since it's essentially a pranking holiday where everybody gets advance warning, no one can claim to be caught by surprise with your April Fool's pranks.

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The world's largest live interactive classroom with weekly challenges to engage students of all abilities, even those without computers.

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Keep computer science fun by taking a Code Break! With a dozen episodes and activities to choose from, you can create a cypher with Ashton Kutcher, learn about variables with Yara Shahidi, and even explore how the Internet works with the actual inventor of the Internet, Vint Cerf.

Each episode is lead by Code.org Founder, Hadi Partovi, and includes inspiring guests, mini-lessons on computer science concepts, and a weekly challenge to engage students of all ages and abilities, even those without computers.

While our live episodes have ended for now, you can still watch past episodes and complete the activities. To keep the fun going, you can also try some of our recommended projects and activities for learning at home.

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Fun and foundational

Computer science is super fun because it is creative and playful. Whether it's solving a puzzle, coding art, or designing an app, students prefer learning by exploring rather than memorizing. Students even rank CS their favorite subject after art, music, and dance.

Computer science is foundational to all fields of study, but since many schools don't offer it yet, this could be a unique chance to support your child in a fun new learning opportunity. Plus, recent studies show: children who study computer science perform better in other subjects, excel at problem-solving, and are 17% more likely to enroll in college.

Episode 1 - Algorithms with Hill Harper

Episode 2 - Prototypes with Mark Cuban & Lyndsey Scott

Episode 3 - Encryption with Ashton Kutcher & Mia Gil Epner

Episode 4 - Digital Information with Mike Krieger & Alice Keeler

Episode 5 - Simulations & Data with Bill Gates

Episode 6 - The Internet with Keegan-Michael Key & Vint Cerf

Episode 7 - Conditionals with Sal Khan & Flo Vaughn

Episode 8 - Variables with Yara Shahidi & Fuzzy Khosrowshahi

Episode 9 - Events with Macklemore & Scott Forstall

Episode 10 - Artificial Intelligence with Kat Graham & Kate Park

Episode 11 - Abstraction with Susan Wojcicki & China Anne McClain

Episode 12 - Hardware with Aloe Blacc, Bret Taylor, & Paola Mejia Minaya

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Here is a selection of poems that were chosen from Poets.org by our readers for you to take shelter in:

“The Days to Come” by Medora C. Addison
“Alone” by Maya Angelou
“The 19th Amendment & My Mama” by Mahogany L. Browne
“Hope is the thing with feathers (254)” by Emily Dickinson
“Invictus” by William Ernest Henley
“The Bronze Legacy” by Effie Lee Newsome
“Gate A-4” by Naomi Shihab Nye
“Patience” by Kay Ryan
“Everyone Sang” by Siegfried Sassoon

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During National Poetry Month in 2020, we asked our readers to share a poem from our Poets.org collection that helped them find courage, solace, and actionable energy, and a few words about how or why it does so. Responses arrived from across the globe, and we invite you to continue sharing poems on social media with the hashtag #ShelterInPoems or by on twitter, facebook, or instagram. The month culminated in a Shelter in Poems live event, which was free and open to the public.

Read the full anthology of poems featured in the reading.

" My Daughter's First Week" by Gennady Aygi
the quietness / where the child is-...

" Gennady Aygi (1934-2006) is a poet I often turn to. He's brilliantly mysterious, not a poet of easy wisdom; his sort of depth is needed greatly at times like these-verbal and emotional complexity, not bromides. I only know his work through translation of course, but Peter France's renderings of his poems are marvelous. Since we have a new grandchild, the gentle poem 'My Daughter's First Week' spoke to me with all that is at risk."
-Brenda Hillman, Chancellor of the Academy of American Poets

"I find this poem extremely comforting in our time. Most nights, I sit on the veranda of my flat and look at the stars in their brilliance and the crescent moon slowly going down in its yellowing glow. Olivia's poem gives solace to a troubled soul. The images of nature that it evokes are so true to me and assuring in such times of great anxiety. Running in a parallel fashion of the rising sun and human development, the poem's description of both courses of life is really of great relief to me in the crisis that surrounds us the world over."
- Wampembe L., Zambia.

"Both of these poems look from two sides at the changed world we now live in-Ryan summons the way much still, for many of us, continues as if things were the same, when they surely are not; Baldwin stands directly inside the question of how to bear whatever intensity we must. These poems, both mortally serious yet also comic, bring, for me, a side-buttressing assistance."
-Jane Hirshfield, Poem-a-Day Guest Editor for December 2020.

"This poem, which both separates and merges the real and the imagined, folding and unfolding, is never far from my mind. During these extraordinary days in which we find ourselves enclosed, the capacity to hold nature in the mind, to revisit light by means of the Muse-by which I mean the Imagination-is a crucial and beautiful human gift. It offers shelter. Be well, everyone."
-Dana Levin, Poem-a-Day Guest Editor for March 2020

" Social Distancing" by Juan Felipe Herrera with design by Anthony Cody.
grocery bags have a tendency to wobble...

"The solar circle poem can be read in any direction, or simultaneously with various voices at a 'distance,' or it can be cut out and spun like a wheel. You choose where to begin and end."
- Juan Felipe Herrera, former U.S. Poet Laureate

"This poem has always meant a great deal to me. One of the world's most revered writers, Turkish poet Hikmet was imprisoned for a good part of his life due to his radical ideas, his poetry, and his publication efforts. This poem describes the love of the very simplest elements of sky, stars, air, and the love of life itself upon being released from a long time in isolation. He wrote this poem of gratitude, nostalgia, and awe in Moscow, April 1962. He died in June 1963. I believe he left this poem as a gift for us all."
-Tina Chang, Poet Laureate of Brooklyn

" Part of Eve's Discussion " by Marie Howe

"This poem might seem an odd choice for inspiration, but for me, what I need in times of strife is a reminder of the truth of uncertainty, and at least a reference to survival. I can't bear false hope, unfounded hope. Howe's images are so sure, I feel them in my own body. Her last line describes, to me, the lives of all women-precarious-yet here we are, surviving. That's what I need to hear."
-Molly Fisk, Poet Laureate Fellow. Read the full poem on Poets.org.

"'Disclosure' is clear and kind. It guides. Its truth is hard, but Jones patiently reminds us that language is a shelter. How we need it to survive. In this virus time, when we don't want to hear, can't hear, vomit what we hear, Jones says to us, I am here. She engenders a deepening person-to-person comprehension. I thank Camisha L. Jones."
-Mary A.

" The Layers" by Stanley Kunitz
I have walked through many lives..."I return to 'The Layers' by Stanley Kunitz at times of sadness and grief. He reminds me once again to embrace my losses, to understand that they are as much a part of me as my triumphs."
- Lee R.

" The New Colossus" by Emma Lazarus
Not like the brazen giant of Greek fame...

"This poem actually changed the meaning of the Statue of Liberty, which originally had nothing to do with immigration. The poem redefines America as a 'nation of immigrants,' and allows us to think of ourselves as great not because we are warriors, but because we are generous and welcoming. This was its meaning when my grandparents came here at the turn of the twentieth century, and it is still the meaning for many millions of Americans."
-Alicia Ostriker, Chancellor of the Academy of American Poets.

"This is a poem I always return to. It is a reminder to live with intention-to re-evaluate those intentions from time to time, and to take care of one another. Remember, everyone is going through this."
- Tari S.

"When I walk these days and watch the trees I think how lucky they are. I look to them with the eyes of a child asking how to be so rooted, so patient, ever reaching up. They are the closest thing to hope I can find."
- Katherine S., Connecticut

"In this poem, I recognize that showing up for each other-to see and feel and empathize with both the difficult and the beautiful-is the crux of this thing. As part of the recovery community, I've learned how important it is to live each moment, one day at a time, not only for myself but for the greater community. Although it's easy today to feel overwhelmed by anxiety and suffering, reaching towards others is always a worthwhile endeavor."
- S. M., Switzerland.

"This is a poem that I find a sense of home with. It reminds me of how important representation is, which is something I needed to hear among a personal struggle with identity. It means a lot to know I'm not alone."
- Monisha K., New South Wales, Australia

"One of my favorite free sonnets is the third poem in a wonderful sequence called 'Twenty-One Love Poems' by Adrienne Rich. Every time I read 'Poem III,' the last couplet never fails to zap me with the hard truth about our fragile existence and how in times of crisis, we need each other more than ever: And somehow each of us will help the other live / And somewhere, each of us must help the other die."
- Marilyn Chin, Chancellor of the Academy of American Poets

"This poem serves as a reminder of the necessity to wake up and take action-even when COVID-19 is looming all around us. Even when it seems like our purpose in life is significantly declining amidst this sheltering in, the one thing we can do is make sure we never lose sight of what needs to be done in order to guarantee a safe future for everyone."
- Leslie R. G.

"Always, I know a larger refuge in Patricia Smith's voice, which marks that essential line between grief and grievance. This can be a time of fear, for everyone, and especially for Asian Pacific Islander Americans and immigrants, our ears straining for any news which might heave of those we love but cannot see. Patricia reminds us that if we feel we could 'perish,' to remember too we are still 'wildly fragrant, curious land.' Smith's language, drenched with mercy and succor, is a courage in poetry as vital to me as my own air: all we can be now is here, and here, at least in poetry, we can hear the word heal in a voice brought home."
- Sasha Pimentel, Poem-a-Day Guest Editor for October 2020

"I chose this poem hoping that somewhere high up, birds are picking up the first signs of the current crisis dissipating before a new spring."
- Martin M.

"I read 'The Flower at My Window' to my 92-year-old mother and tears filled her eyes. It seemed to put into words her experience of the world at the moment, the sweet little things that life makes available. It created a bridge between our hearts. Beautiful and simple."
- Rangeeni.

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A 30 minute workout (in a small space) - perfect for staying fit while at home!

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* Super-Quick ‘Baked’ Fruit & Yogurt Mug;
* 6-Minute Berry Cobbler Mugs
* Zesty Rice, Corn, Bean and Green Chile Salsa Bowls
* Microwave-Baked Potato, Bacon, Chives and Cheese Soup Mugs

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The idea of a "fast and fabulous" microwave mug recipe is irresistible: There's little waiting or washing up, you don't heat up the kitchen, and the mug is the perfect size when you're cooking for one. It's also an easy way to eat more homemade and less takeout without spending a lot of extra time. But up until recently, almost every mug recipe I tried was a letdown. The reason: Microwave ovens typically cook by steaming - energy waves heat up the water in foods and steam them from the inside out. And steaming doesn't develop much flavor.

I decided to try to think outside (or would it be inside?) the box and figure out how to make something better. It took an "aha" moment and lots of follow-up experimentation, but I eventually came up with some quick breakfast, lunch, supper and dessert mugs (including individual berry cobblers) that passed my taste tests.
[Make the recipes: Super-Quick 'Baked' Fruit and Yogurt Mug; 6-Minute Berry Cobbler Mugs]
Here's the how-to behind tastier mug recipes: Microwave ovens cannot only steam food, but in some situations can toast, fry and even caramelize. And that makes all the difference. All sorts of dry or low-moisture ingredients - flour, sugar, nuts, uncooked rice, onions, celery, bacon and many more - can go from raw-tasting to mellow, aromatic and even crisp with a minute or two of "micro-toasting" or "micro-frying." Just as slow-cooker recipes turn out better when you add a searing or sauteing step, microwaves produce better food when you do a little bit more than just dump in the ingredients and walk away until you hear that ping.

With this in mind, I tried revamping traditional microwave recipes to include more toasting and frying. The first candidate was a healthful brown rice, corn and bean salsa bowl that had previously flunked my flavor test. Instead of microwaving everything together as usual, I first sizzled the uncooked rice and chopped onion in a little oil for 1 minute. This one change transformed the dish from yawn to yum. I tried the same approach with a berry cobbler, zapping the flour, sugar, butter and cinnamon mixture until fragrant and toasty, then folding it into the berries and finishing the cooking. Again, eureka!: an individual, crispy-topped cobbler in the same league as ones that need an hour in the oven.
[Make the recipe: Zesty Rice, Corn, Bean and Green Chile Salsa Bowls]

For a potato soup, I "zap fried" the bacon and celery until browned and crisp before mixing them into the broth. I also quickly "baked" the potato and mashed it with butter and salt to boost its taste. Likewise, for a fruit-and-yogurt breakfast mug, I briefly "baked" the fruit and honey, which melded their flavors and instantly released the juices needed for making the sauce.
[Make the recipe: Microwave-Baked Potato, Bacon, Chives and Cheese Soup Mugs]
Now for some caveats and tips. All four of these recipes were tested in a standard 1250-watt microwave oven. If yours has a lower wattage, dishes may need more zapping time; if it's more powerful, they will probably require less. Pay attention to the size of the cooking bowls and mugs called for. Otherwise, ingredients may boil over or take longer to cook than they should. Also, because these recipes aren't just being reheated but are cooked, containers tend to get really hot. Be sure to use potholders or mitts just as you would with conventional oven fare.

If you're now yearning for one of these mugs in a hurry, you know what it takes: just a little zapping, stirring and pinging.
Baggett is an award-winning author of nearly 20 cookbooks, including "The Art of Cooking With Lavender." More from Voraciously: Buying frozen fish isn't what it used to be. Here's what you need to know. How to leave those bottled dressings behind and make your own vinaigrette The best kind of muffin is warm, fluffy and made by you

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Microwave mug recipes that prove no-fuss cooking for one can actually be great

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Find all our Student Opinion questions here.

Has your school shifted to remote learning in response to the global pandemic? How is it going so far?

Are you anxious to get back to school as soon as possible? Why or why not?

In " Coronavirus Is Shutting Schools. Is America Ready for Virtual Learning? " Dana Goldstein writes about the great shift that began taking place in American education in mid-March. Here are excerpts from that article:

Educators experienced with remote learning warn that closures are a serious threat to children's academic progress, safety and social lives. They say that running a classroom digitally is much harder than bringing an adult workplace online, and that it can disproportionately affect low-income students and those with special needs.

Here are some of the warnings and tips that teachers well-versed in remote learning have for schools planning to move online.
Not every home has computers or high-speed internet.
The vast majority of households with children have broadband internet, but there are still big disparities by income, race and the education level of parents.

Low-income families are more likely to rely on smartphones for internet access, and children in those households may not be able to use more sophisticated learning software that requires a tablet or computer. It is not unusual, educators say, for siblings to try to complete their schoolwork on a single cellphone.
Younger children require lots of adult supervision.
Younger students need help to learn online - lots of help. Parents may need to assist their child with turning on a device, logging into an app, reading instructions, clicking in the right place, typing answers and staying on task.

Even the tech-savviest adult will find this difficult while working from home at the same time - a more common scenario as the coronavirus spreads. Parents who continue to work outside the home when schools are closed will need to arrange child care, where technical help could be scarce.
Even great teachers lack expertise in creating online lessons.
While there are lots of exceptional teachers, not all of them are ready to move their instruction online.

Online lessons need to have more clearly written-out themes and directions for students, said Sarah Giddings, a teacher at WAVE, a high school in Ypsilanti, Mich., that blends online and in-person learning.

"You can be a fantastic teacher, but writing curriculum is hard," she said.
Students with special needs can be the hardest to teach virtually.
Christopher W. Bakk, a social studies teacher at Turning Point Academy in Racine, Wis., has taught special education students both in-person and remotely, via the Wisconsin eSchool Network.

Some of those students have behavioral issues and thrive online because there are fewer social distractions, he said. But others find it difficult to have less direct access to teachers and peers. "The self-discipline is a struggle," Mr. Bakk said.
Schools provide more than academic skills.
Even when the devices, Wi-Fi, software, lesson plans and adult supervision are all in place, a lot is lost when schools transition students to remote learning. Many children rely on schools for free or affordable meals, for counseling and for after-school activities while parents work.

When schools are closed, children lose a crucial social outlet. And families, especially those who work in the service sector and cannot easily adjust their schedules, can struggle to find appropriate child care.

"If you think about it, the school is a city we provide to kids," said Mr. Ridgway. When that city shuts down, he said, no online learning platform can replace all the structure and vibrancy that is lost.

In " Teachers' Herculean Task: Moving 1.1 Million Children to Online School," David W. Chen describes the adjustments and challenges that New York City teachers have faced in their first week of teaching from their own homes. He writes:

Gloria Nicodemi is part of a co-teaching team and teaches earth science to ninth and 10th graders, most of them Chinese-Americans qualifying for reduced or free lunch, at East-West School of International Studies in Flushing, Queens.

"It's only Day 2 but it feels like Week 5," she said on Tuesday. "This is my 16th year teaching, and I feel like I'm a first-year teacher. The amount of work and new things that I'm encountering on a daily basis is astounding."

Ms. Nicodemi and her teaching partner opted not to do live video teaching, but rather to post assignments in Google Classroom at 7 a.m., and then ask students to turn in their work by 5 p.m.

They have made themselves available, with specific office hours, to respond to live questions. They have also set up smaller Google meetings for groups of five students for more personalized attention. But it has been frustrating that they can't, say, pull a student out of class for a few minutes and go over something in the hallway.

"We had kids asking, 'How do I draw on this document?' and I was like, That's a really good question," she said. "I know what I would do, but I don't think they have the same tools on their computers."

Ms. Nicodemi said that doing live, scheduled video chats with her students would have been challenging because her own two children, in first and fourth grades, were doing remote learning as well in their two-bedroom apartment.

She also worried, as many teachers do, about the long-term effects of prolonged screen time on young people.

She created a schedule with Post-it notes for herself, her husband and their children, blocking off "Do Not Disturb" hours for herself so she could work with students or colleagues.

Lauri Posner, a longtime fifth-grade teacher at P.S. 87 on Manhattan's Upper West Side, also reported that the first few days were utterly exhausting.

"It was nonstop from 7:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.," she said. "There's no way a human being can sustain this."

She had never heard of Zoom until two weeks ago. But at least she had some familiarity with Google Classroom, unlike many colleagues who used their computers only for email.

After working all weekend, she did a trial run with students on Sunday, cognizant that many households had only one device, shared by parents or siblings.

When Ms. Posner tried to record herself reading a chapter of the book "Under the Egg" on Monday afternoon, the drumbeat of rain on her air-conditioner drowned out her voice.

Students, read the entire article, then tell us:

How have your first days or weeks of remote learning been? Did you encounter any obstacles in setting up your workspace or getting connected? If you had difficulties, who helped you? Do you feel that you now have everything you need to complete your assignments and learn online? Why or why not?

What does remote learning look like for you? Are you having online classes, where you can see and talk to the teacher and other students? How is the workload: too much, too little or just right? Are you able to follow along with what you're supposed to be learning, or are the assignments too complicated to do at home?

Do you have a remote learning routine yet? Are you waking up on time for school days and getting enough sleep? Are you able to stay focused and get your work done, or are distractions causing you to fall behind?

School is more than just academics. What do you miss about school life? Do you miss the routines? Seeing your friends? Doing after-school sports and clubs?

In the first article, Ms. Goldstein discusses five concerns and warnings about remote learning. Which ones feel most relevant to you and your family?

What additional support do you need from your teachers, school, friends or family to make the most out of this shift to remote learning? What else, if anything, can you do to try to make remote learning more successful?

Students 13 and older are invited to comment. All comments are moderated by the Learning Network staff, but please keep in mind that once your comment is accepted, it will be made public.

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As we are all stuck at home, it’s hard figuring out how we will keep the kids entertained. Well, say no more!

I’ve gathered 33 National Park Tours you can virtually. Yes, that means you can explore National Parks from the comfort of your home and in your pajamas!

All of this awesomeness is made possible by Google Earth.

Here’s 33 National Park Tours You Can Take Virtually From The Comfort Of Your Home

Below is the entire list of National Parks you can tour virtually. Click on any of the names and you’ll be taken right to that National Park. The best part is, they are all FREE admission!

Acadia National Park

Arches National Park

Badlands National Park

Big Bend National Park

Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park

Bruce Canyon National Park

Canyonlands National Park

Channel Islands National Park

Cuyahoga Valley National Park

Death Valley National Park

Denali National Park

Dry Tortugas National Park

Everglades National Park

Glacier National Park

Grand Canyon National Park

Grand Teton National Park

Great Smoky Mountain National Park

Guadalupe Mountains National Park

Joshua Tree National Park

Mesa Verde National Park

Mount Rainier National Park

Olympic National Park

Redwood National and State Parks

Rocky Mountain National Park

Sequoia National Park

Shenandoah National Park

Virgin Islands National Park

Wind Cave National Park

Yellowstone National Park

Yosemite National Park

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Here's 33 National Park Tours You Can Take Virtually From The Comfort Of Your Home

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As we are all stuck at home, it's hard figuring out how we will keep the kids entertained. Well, say no more! I've gathered 33 National Park Tours you can virtually. Yes, that means you

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Parents, post photos that document your child's experience here https://bit.ly/YMSPhotoDrop

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Yokosuka Middle School Library - Library Video

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Monday: 7:25 AM - 2:35 PM (4:00 PM for Library Club) Tuesday: 7:25 AM - 1:20 PM Wednesday: 7:25 AM - 2:50 PM Thursday: 7:25 AM - 2:50 PM Friday: 7:25 AM - 2:50 PM Lunch Closure: Varies daily according to grade level Mrs. Hertz is teaching that day.

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This is cool. Enter the ingredients you have at home, and this site will give you a recipe to make with what you have!

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Supercook: recipe search by ingredients you have at home

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Supercook is a recipe search engine that lets you search by ingredients you have at home. Find thousands of recipes you can make right now with the ingredients you have available at home.

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Books for ALL ages - listen onilne or download the APP.  Click HERE for login instructions!

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Save yourselves! Play this Escape Room style game - find more at  FREE BREAKOUTS Be sure to scroll down the page for more challenging games.

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Make one for you to open in the future - and don't open it for AT LEAST five years. No need to bury it. Stash it away, don't think about it, and years from now, it will be an amazing blast from the past.

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Click here:  PRANKLOPEDIA is a a collection of 72 pranks to play on your loved ones!  If you do one, post a picture here!

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Please share your photos here https://bit.ly/YMSPhotoDrop - photos that show what the "Virtual School" experience is like, challenges, successes, what students are working on, etc.... You will need to use your school email/Google log on to upload the pics and have parent permission.

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Get out of your chair and MOVE.  If you are brave enough - and have parent permission - post a video.

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Get ready for the new Just Dance 2020! Available for Nintendo Switch, Wii, Xbox One, PS4, and Google Stadia! #JustDance2020 #E32019 #JustDance https://just-d...

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I'm not saying try it, but if you do, let us see! (and wear helmet, pads, etc... cause we don't want you to break something and miss Virtual School, lol)

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Skateboard tricks in slow motion | The Kid Should See This

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Watch skateboarder Christopher Chann in this slow motion skateboard trick footage shot by videographer Adam Shomsky during a six hour skate session in Los

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KonMari your room.  You will FEEL SO MUCH BETTER. You will HATE doing it, but you will feel great afterwards. Marie Kondo's method is famous. Take out everything and categorize it into piles -- out of drawers, bins, closets.  Get rid of stuff before you start to organize!  Purge!  Take a before & after photo and share it here if you are brave enough.  You can read more about the real KonMari method here https://www.process.st/konmari-method-checklist/ .

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Get inspired with this vid - then make your own (simple one - no need to be fancy)with as many dominos you can find. FILM IT and POST IT HERE to win a prize from Mrs. Hertz!

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Thanks, @gabbyh.

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The Amazing Triple Spiral (15,000 dominoes)

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Watch this massive triple spiral created with 15,000 precisely placed dominoes fall flawlessly in multiple stages. Pro domino artist Hevesh5 spent 25

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Author & artist Mo Willems invites YOU into his studio for his LUNCH DOODLE. Get your pens, pencils, or crayons ready! #MoLunchDoodles!  If you are proud of your Doodle, post it in this column below!

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LUNCH DOODLES with Mo Willems! Episode 01

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Interactive! Pick your favorite color, find your new favorite work of art! Part of Google's Arts & Culture Experiments - take a look at those, too!

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When you take a photo with this feature, a color palette from your photo is sent to Google to find artworks that contain similar colors.

Google won't use data from your photo for any other purpose and will only store the colors from your photo for the time it takes to search for matches.

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Google Art & Culture Experiments - Art Palette

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Art Palette is part of Arts & Culture experiments, which explore innovative ways for users to interact with art collections. With Art Palette, you can search for artworks that match a color combination of your choice.

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The Smithsonian released millions of 2D & 3D images into the public domain last month, including 2.8 million artifacts and specimens from the National Museum of Natural History. You can remix, download and use these images to help learn about the natural world without leaving your house. Be sure to check out the thousands of objects also available to view in 3D.

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Welcome to Smithsonian Open Access, where you can download, share, and reuse millions of the Smithsonian's images-right now, without asking. With new platforms and tools, you have easier access to more than 4.5 million 2D and 3D digital items from our collections-with many more to come. This includes images and data from across the Smithsonian's 21 museums, nine research centers, libraries, archives, and the National Zoo.

What will you create?

#SmithsonianOpenAccess

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Smithsonian Open Access | Smithsonian Institution

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Learn more about Smithsonian Open Access

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How to Use MackinVIA eBooks & Audiobooks

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How to Use MackinVIA eBooks & Audiobooks

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Monday: 7:25 AM - 2:35 PM (4:00 PM for Library Club) Tuesday: 7:25 AM - 1:20 PM Wednesday: 7:25 AM - 2:50 PM Thursday: 7:25 AM - 2:50 PM Friday: 7:25 AM - 2:50 PM Lunch Closure: Varies daily according to grade level Mrs. Hertz is teaching that day.

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