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Collect Rocks Day | JOY for Today

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Rocks and humans have a shared history. Early humans found shelter in caves and recorded their histories on the walls. Today we use rocks in endless applications. Your rock collection may be conventional: a display in your home or the border for your garden. Or your rock collection may be unconventional: reapplied to your face daily or reflected in the smiles of the people you meet, but you do have one. And, after connecting with the ideas in this post, we're hoping that your rock collection will bring you even more JOY! Gemstones by byrev at Pixabay . JOY for Today Offerings: Did You Know...  Five facts about rocks. Wolfe Stew Connects  To God's rock collection. Bible Verses and Quotes  Inspired by rocks. Activity Suggestions : Start a rock collection, learn about rock formation, read books about rocks, share opinions about rocks, and go on a rock walk. UPCOMING HOLIDAYS:   International Day of Peace (September 21st Annually) Fall Equinox (September 22, 2024 - Changes Annual

B is for Blue Jay (2) | ABC Nature Walk

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We spotted this blue jay on a walk in our neighborhood. We got to see him up close, but then he flew away. Can you spot him before we do? Sample these related posts: To see another blue jay. For more "b" videos, watch " B is for Bunny "... ... or " B is for Bird ". To see a robin. To celebrate National Bird Day . Discover more ABC Nature Walk videos at  Mr. Wolfe's Kinder Garden .

M is for Mica | ABC Nature Walk

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  M is for Mica was filmed in Rocky Mountain National Park. The sun glinting off the mica in these rocks almost makes them look like they are glittering. There truly is beauty everywhere! Sample these related posts: To go on more "m"  walks, watch " M is for Marmot "... ...or " M is for Mallard ". To view more inanimate objects, watch " O is for Ocean "... ...or " S is for Stalactites ". To start a rock collection. Discover more ABC Nature Walk videos at  Mr. Wolfe's Kinder Garden .

A is for Aspen Tree | ABC Nature Walk

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A is for Aspen Tree was filmed in  Rocky Mountain National Park . Aspen trees are pretty, especially in the fall when their leaves turn yellow. Their white bark makes them easy to spot. Sample these related posts: To continue the "A" walk, try " A is for Ant ." To spot more trees, watch " J is for Juniper Tree "... ...or " T is for Tree ." To pair with a book about a boy and a tree. To browse rainforest activities. Discover more ABC Nature Walk videos at  Mr. Wolfe's Kinder Garden .

F is for Fern | ABC Nature Walk

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F is for Fern was filmed in Rocky Mountain National Park . I loved seeing these little guys living in the shade of the trees. They just love indirect sunlight, where the direct sun will actually harm them! Sample these related posts: To go on more "F" walks, watch " F is for Flowers "  ...or " F is for Frog ". To compare ferns to other plants, watch " L is for Lichen " ...or " R is for Reeds ". To keep strolling through Rocky Mountain National Park, watch " T is for Tundra ". Discover more ABC Nature Walk videos at  Mr. Wolfe's Kinder Garden .

L is for Lichen | ABC Nature Walk

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L is for Lichen was filmed in Rocky Mountain National Park. It is so exciting to see life thrive even on rocks. I loved hearing the rush of the water that made it happen. This video is intended for Preschool and Kindergarten to help in learning. Sample these related posts: To continue "L" walks, watch " L is for Lemur " ...or " L is for Leafbug ". To see more water, watch " W is for Waterfall " ...or " S is for Stream ". To engage in rock, paper, scissors activities . Discover more ABC Nature Walk videos at  Mr. Wolfe's Kinder Garden .

T is for Tundra | ABC Nature Walk

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T is for Tundra was filmed in Rocky Mountain National Park. It was amazing to see where the tundra was in the mountains. I loved that there are so many animals that still live there. Intended for Preschool and Kindergarten to help in learning. Sample these related posts: To go on more "T" walks try " T is for Tortoise "... ..." T is for Tree "... or " T is for Thunderstorm ". To stay in Rocky Mountain National Park, watch " Y is for Yellow Paintbrush "... or " M is for Marmot ". Discover more ABC Nature Walk videos at  Mr. Wolfe's Kinder Garden .

C is for Caterpillar | ABC Nature Walk

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  C is for Caterpillar was filmed near our house in Loveland, Colorado. This little caterpillar was walking quite a bit. Hopefully it found a place to make its chrysalis and grow into a butterfly. This is intended for Preschool and Kindergarten to help in learning. Sample these related posts: To make a Hungry, Hungry Caterpillar author display. To see a butterfly on an ABC Nature Walk. To go on more "C" Nature Walks try " C is for Crab "... " C is for Clouds "... or " C is for Chipmunks ". Discover more ABC Nature Walk videos at  Mr. Wolfe's Kinder Garden .

Umbrella Day | JOY for Today

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Happiness is happening to have an umbrella when it rains. JOY is holding an umbrella big enough to share with another. National Umbrella Day | February 10th Annually JOY for Today Offerings: Did You Know...  Five facts about umbrellas. Wolfe Stew Connects  To the importance of umbrellas. Bible Verses and Quotes  About umbrellas, coverings, and protection. Activity Suggestions  Art, books, weather, discussion questions, and family challenge. UPCOMING HOLIDAYS:   National Inventors' Day (February 11th Annually) Valentine's Day (February 14th Annually) Ash Wednesday (46 Days Before Easter - February 14, 2024) Did You Know: Umbrellas were first used to protect us from the sun? And, as they were a sign of status, only the wealthy got to use them. ( Farmers' Almanac ) They date back 3,000 years?  Evidence of their existence is found in both China, Egypt, and other civilizations from 3,000 years ago. At that time, the covering was feather, leaves, paper, or silk, with the suppo

W is for Worm | ABC Nature Walk

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  W is for Worm was filmed on a rainy sidewalk near our neighborhood. This worm was huge and really showed off how it moves. It was working hard to get to some new soil. This is intended for Preschool and Kindergarten to help in learning. Sample these related posts: To continue with W, watch " W is for Waterfall ". To discuss food chains, watch " R is for Robin ", and " O is for Owls ". To explore the rain, watch " T is for Thunderstorms ." To connect worms with scarlet and Jesus, check out our Proverbs 31:21 notes . Discover more ABC Nature Walk videos at  Mr. Wolfe's Kinder Garden .

B is for Blue Jay | ABC Nature Walk

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  B is for Blue Jay was filmed near our house in Loveland, Colorado. This blue jay was very friendly and was interested in us. I love seeing blue jays in our town, they are a beautiful bird. This is intended for Preschool and Kindergarten to help in learning. Sample these related posts: To continue the "B" adventure watch " B is for Bunny " ...or " B is for Bird ". To see another bird watch " R is for Robin " ...or " H is for Heron ". To get ready for the Great Backyard Bird Count , a February holiday. Discover more ABC Nature Walk videos at  Mr. Wolfe's Kinder Garden .

P is for Pumpkin | ABC Nature Walk

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 P is for Pumpkin was filmed in Mr. Wolfe's backyard in Loveland, Colorado. I grew this pumpkin plant myself in my backyard! I love this pumpkin plant and named the plant Buddy! I hope you enjoy the video, as much as I enjoyed growing this pumpkin plant! This is intended for Preschool and Kindergarten to help in learning. Sample these related posts: To stay with the letter "P", watch " P is for Pika " ..." P is for Prairie Dog "... or  "P is for Piranha" . To watch another plant video, watch " O is for Onion " or  " Y is for Yellow Paintbrush ".

T is for Thunderstorm | ABC Nature Walk

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T is for Thunderstorm was filmed in Wheatland, Wyoming. This thunderstorm came up fast and was beautiful to watch! You can hear the thunder if you listen closely. This is intended for Preschool and Kindergarten to help in learning.   Sample these related posts: For more "T" walks, watch " T is for Tree " and " T is for Tortoise ". For earth science connections try " E is for Erosion ". And for more sky connections try " C is for Clouds " or and " G is for Geese ". Discover more ABC Nature Walk videos at  Mr. Wolfe's Kinder Garden .

H is for Heron | ABC Nature Walk

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  H is for Heron was filmed near Benson Sculpture Garden in Loveland, Colorado. This heron was seen in the sculpture garden near the water. It was amazing to see this bird so close up. This is intended for Preschool and Kindergarten to help in learning. Sample these related posts: To continue H walks, watch H is for Hot Springs To see more birds, watch  M is for Mallard O is for Owl V is for Vultures or  B is for Bird Discover more ABC Nature Walk videos at  Mr. Wolfe's Kinder Garden .

M is for Mallard | ABC Nature Walk

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  M is for Mallard was filmed near our house in Loveland, Colorado. We see these ducks a lot in this creek near our house. We were pretty happy to see a pair of Mallards, as we have only seen a momma and her ducklings before. This is intended for Preschool and Kindergarten to help in learning. Sample these related posts: M is for Marmot S is for Stream R is for Reeds R is for Robin D is for Duck Discover more ABC Nature Walk videos at  Mr. Wolfe's Kinder Garden .

International Mountain Day | JOY for Today

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No matter the viewpoint, from the bottom or from the top, a mountain landscape is breathtaking. Mountains tell of God's majesty with their towering heights, beauty, and timelessness. Go to the mountain; tell of your savior - the one who brings you JOY. International Mountain Day | December 11th Annually JOY for Today Offerings: Did You Know...  Facts about mountains. Wolfe Stew Connects  To help with your mountains. Bible Verses and Quotes  About mountains. Activity Suggestions  Mountain related informational videos and articles, inspired art, songs, discussion questions, and family challenge. UPCOMING HOLIDAYS:   Winter Solstice (When the sun reaches its southernmost point) Christmas  (December 25th Annually) New Year's Day (January 1st Annually) Did You Know: There are three main types of mountains?  The types of mountains are categorized by their formation: volcanic eruptions, tectonic plate collisions, and tectonic plate tension and compression. The three types, in order

The Giving Tree | A Wolfe Stew Review

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   A classic tale,  The Giving Tree  will endear itself to you with its simple, heartfelt message.  This Wolfe Stew Review includes: Target Audience including Wolfe Stew ,  AR, Lexile, and Amazon recommendations. Leader/Learner Descriptions - Notecard sized descriptions to display for learners or file for leaders. A Look at the Art - A brief peek into the type of art you'll encounter. Setting - Tells you where the story takes place. Main Characters  - Name and introduction to the book's featured characters. Point of View - Identifies the point of view the author uses and how it affects the story. Conflicts - Relates the main conflicts encountered in the book. Themes - List of themes this book explores. Our Favorites - Character, quote, and scene. About the Author - Five fast facts. Academic Tie-Ins - Cross-curricular activities for classroom use. Websites to Explore - A list of websites related to the book or author.   Target Audience If you have a heartbeat, this b

P is for Prairie Dog | ABC Nature Walk

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P is for Prairie Dog was filmed at Badlands National Park . You could hear these little guys better than you could see them. So, listen close and look hard, kids! This is intended for Preschool and Kindergarten to help in learning. Sample these related posts: For more "P" videos, watch " P is for Pika "... ... and "P is for Piranha" . To continue the Badland Adventure, watch " R is for Rams "... ..." E is for Erosion "... and " J is for Juniper Tree ". Discover more ABC Nature Walk videos at Mr. Wolfe's Kinder Garden .