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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 ...

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 .

  R is for Rams was filmed in Badlands National Park . These young rams were just sunning themselves on a hill above us. It was neat to see this grouping so close, and yet so far away. This is intended for Preschool and Kindergarten to help in learning. Sample these related posts: To continue the Badlands Adventure, watch "J is for Juniper Tree" ... ...and "E is for Erosion" . For more "R" videos, watch " R is for Reeds "... ...and " R is for Robin ". To compare rams to a similar animal, watch " D is for Deer ". Discover more ABC Nature Walk videos at  Mr. Wolfe's Kinder Garden .

J is for Juniper Tree was filmed at The Badlands National Park . This Juniper Tree was very bushy. It lived in a small valley near a cliff wall. This is intended for Preschool and Kindergarten to help in learning.   Sample these related posts: "J is for Jellyfish" "T is for Tree" For another nature walk in Badlands National Park. To see tree pattern photography. To make (blue)berry muffins. Discover more ABC Nature Walk videos at  Mr. Wolfe's Kinder Garden .

  These deer were just walking right next to us! They must have been a family. It was so cool to watch. This is intended for Preschool and Kindergarten to help in learning. Sample these related posts: The original "D is for Deer" "D is for Duck" "E is for Elk" "Z is for Zebra" "S is for Stream" Discover more ABC Nature Walk videos at  Mr. Wolfe's Kinder Garden .

  S is for Stingray was filmed at the Downtown Aquarium in Denver. These stingrays were getting some exercise in their habitat. I love watching them move, it is so interesting. This is intended for Preschool and Kindergarten to help in learning. Sample these related posts: S is for Stream S is for Stalactites S is for Shark J is for Jellyfish G is for Gill Discover more ABC Nature Walk videos at  Mr. Wolfe's Kinder Garden .

T is for Tortoise was filmed at The Reptile Gardens in Rapid City, South Dakota. These Tortoises seemed to really enjoy each other and the life they were given. Just watch how fast they eat the grass at the end, that's just plain fun. This is intended for Preschool and Kindergarten to help in learning.   Sample these related posts: Watch "T is for Tree"  Discover Turtle Facts   Engage in Turtle Activities   Discover Reptile Facts   Engage in Reptile Activities   Discover more ABC Nature Walk videos at  Mr. Wolfe's Kinder Garden .

As a lighthouse beckons ships to safe harbor, Jesus invites us to live in his JOY. Linger here; you're safe on these shores. National Lighthouse Day | August 7th Annually JOY for Today Offerings: Did You Know...  Five lighthouse facts we didn't know. Wolfe Stew Connects  To finding our light.  Bible Verses and Quotes  Inspired by lighthouses. Activity Suggestions  Music, art, design, science, history, literature, discussion questions, and family challenge. UPCOMING HOLIDAYS:   Global Sleep Under the Stars Night  (August 8th Annually) National Roller Coaster Day (August 16th Annually) Speak Kind Words Saturday (August's Fourth Saturday) Did You Know: The first lighthouse was in Egypt?  Built in 300 BC on the island of Pharos, fire on a platform over 100 meters high directed sailors to the port entrance in Alexandria. ( CNN Travel   & WorldHistory.org ) The United States has more lighthouses than any other country? We reached a peak at ar...

(Updated 4/18/2024) From an early age our nephew found dinosaurs fascinating. I bet one or two people in your life do too! The intrigue of dinosaurs provides opportunities for imagination, curiosity, and discovery. And, as we explore the secrets God stows in creation, it serves to help us know Him more. What an incredible opportunity for JOY! Dinosaur Day:  May's Third Tuesday AND June 1st Annually JOY for Today Offerings: Did You Know...  Four we didn't. Wolfe Stew Connects  To dinosaurs. Bible Verses and Quotes  Related to dinosaurs or creation. Activity Suggestions  Dress-up ideas, book list, hands-on paleontology, "Would you rather...", and family challenge.  UPCOMING HOLIDAYS: World Turtle Day (May 23rd Annually) Memorial Day (May's Last Monday)  Love Conquers All Day (June 3rd Annually) Did You Know: The longest dinosaur name is micropachycephalosaurus?  This dinosaur name features 23 characters and nine syllables. The name means tiny, th...

E is for Erosion was filmed in The Badlands National Park. Finding the Badlands after it has snowed is amazing. Just look at how much erosion happens in the park after snow has poured into it. This is intended for Preschool and Kindergarten to help in learning. Sample these related posts: To see another "E" video, watch " E is for Elk ". To keep talking about earth science, watch " T is for Thunderstorm ". To watch water more, check out " W is for Waterfall "... ..." S is for Stream "... or " H is for Hot Springs ".

(Updated March 14, 2024.) Earth Day provides us with a wonderful opportunity to reconnect with our maker, simplify our life, and remind us of true beauty as we surround ourselves in the work of His hands. Earth Day is April 22nd Annually JOY for Today Offerings: Did You Know...  Five Earth Day facts we didn't know. Wolfe Stew Connects  To God's work and your part in it. Bible Verses and Quotes  About the Earth. Activity Suggestions  Books, crafts, discussion questions, and family challenge. UPCOMING HOLIDAYS: Honesty Day  (April 30th Annually) National Day of Prayer (May's First Thursday) Star Wars Day (May 4th Annually) Did You Know: Anti-Vietnam protests  inspired Earth Day ?  Wisconsin Senator Nelson, after watching the success of student-led anti-Vietnam protests, organized environmental awareness teach-ins that eventually became the now globally recognized Earth Day. ( Earth.org ) It falls on April 22nd to maximize student participation? Wisconsi...

Winter often denotes a season of waiting - waiting for the thaw so life can begin again. It's what we do in the waiting that's challenging. Whether you approach this winter with wonder or discontent, we're praying JOY finds you in it. December 21, 2022 JOY for Today Offerings: Did You Know...  Five we didn't. Wolfe Stew Connects  To winter outlooks. Bible Verses and Quotes  About winter. Activity Suggestions : Science Activities with Book Pairings, Would You Rather, and Family Challenge Did You Know: Japan gets more snow than most countries? Of the top ten snowiest destinations  HGTV  lists, five are in Japan. Niseko, Japan tops the list with an average annual snowfall of 50 feet. ( Fact City , and  HGTV ) Russia experiences the coldest winters? Canada comes in second and Mongolia third. ( Fact City ) Humans undergo a type of hibernation?  While we do not sleep through the winter, we do eat and sleep more because of the decreased daylight hours which i...

Reptiles fascinate. With such a wide variety of them in existence, it is difficult to imagine you cannot find one (or two) that bring JOY to you. Yet another way to welcome JOY is to know with confidence that you are aware of how to identify, guard against, and treat attacks of potentially dangerous reptiles. JOY for Today Offerings: Did You Know...  Four we didn't. Wolfe Stew Connects  Musings from the Mrs. Bible Verses and Quotes  About reptiles. Activity Suggestions  Language center, research resources, questions, and family challenge Did You Know: There are over 10,000 reptile species? While reptiles live on every continent except Antarctica, their favored habitats are deserts, oceans, and cities. ( Everything Reptiles ) They come in all shapes and sizes? From just over one-half inch long ( Brookesia nana  at National Geographic ) to weighing in at over a ton ( saltwater crocodile  at National Geographic ) to measuring over 32 feet in length ( reticulat...