Children's Digest articles from July 2003

Children's Digest archives from July 2003

Johnny can't dance.(Short Story)
July 1, 2003... "It's no use, Maman," said Johnny on Saturday afternoon. "I'm just no good at dancing." His mother made a clucking sound. "Cher," she said, "I showed you over and over. You got to keep trying." "But--" "Tonight will be different,...

Witch doctor--which doctor?(quiz on medical terminology)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Medicine has advanced greatly over the years and is much improved since the days of magic and witch doctors. Medical care is now divided into different specialties because of the vast amount of knowledge needed to deal with them. means that...

Jokes & Riddles.(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Question: What do you call a happy farmer? Answer: A jolly rancher! Samantha Matarese Medford, Oregon Question: What did one egg say to the other egg? Answer: Let's get crackin'! Taylor Tomczak Folsom, California...

My Childhood Memories. (Journal Award Winner).(Book Review)
July 1, 2003... What is the biggest adventure you've had? What are your favorite things? What do you wonder about? What are your first memories about your mom and dad? My Childhood Memories (Tommy Nelson) is a guided journal that has room for your own answers...

State your knowledge.(quiz on US history and geography)
July 1, 2003... How much do you know about the United States? Take this test to find out. (Circle one answer for each question.) 1. This state has 54 mountain peaks that reach more than 14,000 feet above sea level and 830 additional mountains with...

Biodiversity. (Scientific Award Winner).(Book Review)
July 1, 2003... "Because extinction is forever, no one can turn back the clock and bring back diversity that is lost." --Dorothy Hinshaw Patent Living things of all kinds exist in every part of the world: this is biodiversity. But are plants, animals,...

Northern lights.(Short Story)
July 1, 2003... "Sam! Sam! Wake up!" said Grandpa. Some people might be worried if their grandpa woke them up in the middle of the night. They'd probably be especially worried if he couldn't hold still and had a wild look in his eyes. Not me, though. I knew...

Eyes and Ears. (Anatomy Award Winner).(Book Review)
July 1, 2003... Did you know that your ears help you to keep your balance? Or that each of your eyes has its own blind spot? Did you ever wonder what happens when your ears pop or how your eyes see different colors? Seymour Simon answers these questions and...

My Generation. (Page of Poetry).(Poem)
July 1, 2003... My Generation This is my generation, a time for transformation, a time of relaxation. This is my generation, a time of determination. This is my generation, a time for exploration. This is my generation, so choose...

My Grandma. (Page of Poetry).(Poem)
July 1, 2003... My Grandma My grandma Is like a holy angel from above, She's as magnificent as a dove, She always takes care of me, My grandma is the best there could be. Colleen Stalter Westwood, New

Moving. (Page of Poetry).(Poem)
July 1, 2003... Moving Moving is quite hard to do, But just how hard is up to you. You can make it as hard as can be, Or be open-minded and try to have fun like me! You move from city to city to state Moving is something you...

Life as a Clock. (Page of Poetry).(Poem)
July 1, 2003... Life as a Clock My two different hands Race across my numerous numbers I hang on the wall Looking around As everyone looks back at me My hands point to nine at night And it is bedtime for everyone Except...

To Fly: the Story of the Wright Brothers. (Invention Award Winner).(Book Review)
July 1, 2003... In the middle of October, on their last day there, Wilbur finally took a ride on the glider. He flew down one of the three tall sand dunes called Kill Devil Hills. The elevator worked perfectly, giving him full control of the flight. But...

Ask Doctor Cory.(heart attack, stroke and freckles)
July 1, 2003... Dear Dr. Cory: What is the difference between a heart attack and a stroke? Diana Winsted Miami, Florida Dear Diana Heart attacks are often caused by blood clots that block an important artery. Strokes can also happen when...

Neighborhood Heart Watch.(automated external defibrillator program)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Over 400,000 people annually suffer sudden cardiac arrest. A portable defibrillator, or AED (automated external defibrillator), can restart a stopped heart and save a life. AEDs are becoming more available in public places such as schools,...

Sun safety guidelines.(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Suntanning and indoor tanning greatly increase the risk for skin cancer. They also lead to early wrinkling, sagging, and discoloration of the skin. Teens who think that tans make them look good now will be in for a big surprise when, as adults,...