Hopscotch articles from October 1996

Hopscotch archives from October 1996

My friend Jack.(short story)
October 1, 1996... "How was your first day at school, sweetie?" asked Dad at dinner. "It was great, Dad," answered nine-year-old Remy. "My teacher is Miss Patton, but I really like Jack the best. He drank from the goldfish bowl." Dad looked at Mom and...

A ruff day.(poem)
October 1, 1996... I don't believe what I just saw-Butch smacked Maggie in the jaw! Maggie bit her brother's nose, And Gigi pounced on Maggie's toes! Then Elmer sneaked up from the rear And sank his teeth in Gigi's ear! Maggie led the next attack To land with Butch...

Pets on Wheels.(program inroduces volunteers and their pets to patients in nursing homes and hospitals)
October 1, 1996... Do you ever wonder if you can make a difference in this world? I mean a real difference? Meet Denise Rosetti, age 12. She is someone who is making a difference! For the past three years, Denise, her mother Pat, and their dog Ross (a golden...

Toes & tails.(poem)
October 1, 1996... Toes and tails and tumblin' tummies, Slurps and licks and slobber drips, Tiny teeth that chew my fingers, Wags and wiggles, turning flips. Stinky fur, wet, cold noses, Eyes of wonder, upward look. Tiny teeth snatch my pant leg, Pull and tug,...

The best of friends.(relationship between dogs and people)
October 1, 1996... Retriever drags drowning child from icy pond! Beagle's bark alerts family to fire! All escape safely! We've all seen the news' stories heralding the brave deeds of dogs; heroism can be found in all breeds and mongrels alike. However not all...

My pal, Cupcake.(poem)
October 1, 1996... I didn't think I'd like her. She pulled my ear and chased me, And when it came to feeding time, She ate as if she'd replaced me. Today she took my favorite stick And buried my favorite bone. I growled at her I'd had enough And that I'd just...

Dog treats.(how to make a wall hanging that holds dog biscuits)
October 1, 1996... Everyone enjoys treats, even that favorite "pooch" in your life. So delight your pet with something created especially by you. This craft is easy to make and requires few supplies. You can complete the entire project in less than 30 minutes....

Puppy love.(poem)
October 1, 1996... I saw a star the other night, High in the sky and shining bright. I made a wish, then asked for two, One was for me -- the other, you. I wished forever we'd be friends, Through thick and thin until the end. You've been my buddy up 'til now,...

Puppy chow.(snack recipe)
October 1, 1996... Ingredients 1 stick margarine 1 cup smooth peanut butter 1 large package of milk chocolate chips 1 regular size box of Chex cereal (wheat, rice, corn) or Crispix or Cinnamon Toast Crunch 3 cups powdered sugar divided between 2 large paper...

Teach your dog to catch a Frisbee!
October 1, 1996... Ever see a dog catch a Frisbee? It's a magnificent thing to watch. The Frisbee sails through the air, and the dog races after it. It glides, spins, and hovers. The dog leaps up and snatches it out of the blue. You say, "Wow! I wish my dog could...

Pooka, come home.(short story)
October 1, 1996... Pooka, a golden collie, desperately wanted out. He stood at with his nose against the glass. Inside, nothing moved, except his four paws dancing on the wooden floor. Outside, the trees waved. Pooka turned and trotted to the door, swishing his...

How to make glue ... from milk!
October 1, 1996... I'll bet you have seen white glue. It is a common kind of clue used to repair things around the house and it its the kind of glue often used in schools. When you look at it in the bottle, it looks like milk, but when you touch it... yech!... it...

Thanksgiving.(poem)
October 1, 1996... On Thanksgiving we have turkey, Stuffed and on the plate, Pumpkin pie and cranberries. It's food that is first rate. Enough to feed our family and Friends that come to call. We bow our heads in thankfulness, Asking blessings on us all. We...

Hot autumn winds.(short story)
October 1, 1996... At the edge of the wide valley, atop the highest mountain, lived Jennifer Leigh, and her brother Tom. There were no other houses and no other children but there were trees to climb, lizards to catch, and the coyotes' songs to listen to each...

Autumn leaves.(poem)
October 1, 1996... Kick them, Shake them, Push them, Rake them. Cart them, Bunch them, Stomp them, Crunch them. Mold them, Drag them, Scoop them, Bag them.

From Hong Kong!(American girl describes living in Hong Kong)
October 1, 1996... Dear Hopscotch Readers, My name is Laura Marie. I live in a tiny territory called Hong Kong. I was born here in 1987. My parents are American and so am I! Ninety-eight per cent of the people here are Chinese! Right now Hong Kong belongs to...

Riddle me this.
October 1, 1996... 1. Where was the Declaration of Independence signed? 2. When is a wall like a fish? 3. Why is a snake a careless animal? 4. What table is made of paper? 5. Who were the first people to do arithmetic? 6. What is the difference between a donkey and...

The wishbird.(short story)
October 1, 1996... In a cozy little house on the edge of a great city, there lived an old woman and a tiny, blue songbird. For many years, the tiny blue songbird had been the only companion the old woman had. No friends or family knocked on the door of the little...

Mama's frightful night.(short story)
October 1, 1996... It was a cold, dark winter night. We were all asleep, and the house was quiet. My mom sat at her desk writing. Suddenly she heard a frightening noise. My mom was scared. What could it be? Cautiously she peered out of the window. Two big shiny...

Grandmother's new pet.(short story)
October 1, 1996... It was a warm summer day. I was walking down to my little fort in the deep, deep woods. I was going to pick some daisies for my sick grandmother We live alone in a little log cabin far from anyone else. I sat down with the beautiful flowers...