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International Day of Peace | JOY for Today

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Peace and joy. Common quests of mankind. The problem arises when what you require for peace and joy collide with what I require. How do we find common ground? How do we come to accept a shared meaning of peace and joy?  International Day of Peace | September 21st Annually JOY for Today Offerings: Did You Know...  Four world peace facts we didn't know. Wolfe Stew Connects  with finding peace. Bible Verses and Quotes  about peace. Activity Suggestions  Music, SEL Lessons, Discussion Questions, and Family Challenge UPCOMING HOLIDAYS:   Fall Equinox  (Late September, when the Sun crosses the celestial equator going south) Johnny Appleseed Day  (September 26th Annually) Inner Beauty Day (October 7th Annually) Did You Know: Many societies never experience war?   Most societies, through the ages, experienced a state of peace more often than a state of war and 10 percent of those societies never experienced war at all. ( Oxford University Press...

Proverbs 31: Week Thirty-Six | The Wolfe Notes

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Welcome to week  thirty-six  of our Proverbs 31 journey. If you'd like to return to one of our previous stops, let our " Wolfe Notes " guide you.  In January  we examined our  value  with the help of Proverbs 31 verses 10 and 29. In February  we learned what  uplifting  means by looking at Proverbs 31:11 and 23. In March , we considered the virtue of  respect  by studying Proverbs 31:12 and 28. In April , we trained to be  hardworking  with Proverbs 31:13 and 19 as our instructors. In May , we saw what it takes to be  resourceful  by examining Proverbs 31:14 and 21.  In June , we developed our  caring  muscle by exercising Proverbs 31:15 and 22. In July , we practiced being  savvy  with help from Proverbs 31:16 and 27. In August , we witnessed  exemplary  behavior outlined in Proverbs 31:18 and 31:31. In September , we will find what being necessary looks like from Proverbs 31:2...

S is for Shark | ABC Nature Walk

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S is for Shark was filmed at the Downtown Aquarium in Denver. These sharks were amazing to watch as they glided through the water. They are kings of the sea! This is intended for Preschool and Kindergarten to help in learning. Sample these related posts: Shark footprint craft  (for "I Love My Feet Day") S is for Stalactites (at Wolfe Stew ) S is for Stingray  (at YouTube ) S is for Stream  (at  Wolfe Stew ) J is for Jellyfish  (at Wolfe Stew ) Discover more ABC Nature Walk Videos at  Mr. Wolfe's Kinder Garden .

The Divorced Son: Part Seven | Reflections

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     So, I can’t really talk about my grandpa on my mother’s side until I talk about my dad. He is a good guy, and I can’t really explain how good, because of all the complexities that have happened.      When I was growing up my dad was super sweet to me. He was everything to me. I looked up to him, literally and figuratively. One reason I became a teacher is because of him, probably the biggest reason. My dad was a vice principal at a juvenile facility. Yes, the one where if the kids ran off, they sent dogs out to help find them. I was taken to work sometimes. I watched these older kids say “Hi Mr. Wolfe.” And I heard respect and honor toward him. He always knew how to talk to tough kids.      I knew he loved me and did not want to punish me, so I grew up a little spoiled… okay a lot. I would ‘run away’ and he would come try to find me outside, I never ran far. My mom on the other h...

Proverbs 31: Week Thirty-Five | The Wolfe Notes

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Welcome to week  thirty-five  of our Proverbs 31 journey. If you'd like to return to one of our previous stops, let our " Wolfe Notes " guide you.  In January  we examined our  value  with the help of Proverbs 31 verses 10 and 29. In February  we learned what  uplifting  means by looking at Proverbs 31:11 and 23. In March , we considered the virtue of  respect  by studying Proverbs 31:12 and 28. In April , we trained to be  hardworking  with Proverbs 31:13 and 19 as our instructors. In May , we saw what it takes to be  resourceful  by examining Proverbs 31:14 and 21.  In June , we developed our  caring  muscle by exercising Proverbs 31:15 and 22. In July , we practiced being  savvy  with help from Proverbs 31:16 and 27. In August , we witness  exemplary  behavior outlined in Proverbs 31:18 and 31:31. If you're ready to travel with us, welcome! Grab your  August  and Se...

P is for Piranha | ABC Nature Walk

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P is for Piranha was filmed at the Downtown Aquarium in Denver. These piranhas were very calm. You could tell they had probably eaten earlier, since they were so calm. This is intended for Preschool and Kindergarten to help in learning. Sample these related posts: P is for Pika  (at Wolfe Stew ) P is for Prairie Dog  (at YouTube ) J is for Jellyfish  (at Wolfe Stew ) S is for Stingray  (at YouTube ) S is for Shark  (at Wolfe Stew ) Discover more ABC Nature Walk Videos at Mr. Wolfe's Kinder Garden .

Pledge of Allegiance Day | JOY for Today

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The Pledge of Allegiance is a promise. When we say it, we connect as citizens. When we mean it, our country is strengthened. Loyal citizens solemnly committed to work together toward a moral cause under a God who is only good and always faithful builds a strong framework for enduring JOY. Pledge of Allegiance Day | September 8th Annually JOY for Today Offerings: Did You Know...  Five Pledge of Allegiance facts we didn't. Wolfe Stew Connects  with commitments. Bible Verses and Quotes  inspired by promises. Activity Suggestions  Pledge of Allegiance comprehension; Classroom pledge creation; Discussion questions; Family pledge UPCOMING HOLIDAYS:   Patriot Day (September 11th Annually) Fall Equinox (Late September, when the Sun crosses the celestial equator going south) Johnny Appleseed Day (September 26th Annually) Did You Know: We are on the third revision of the Pledge of Allegiance?  The first, written by Francis Bellamy in 1892, was written for use in any...