Highlights for Children articles from July 2004

Highlights for Children archives from July 2004

Farther Than Far.(Poem)
July 1, 2004... Farther Than Far I look into the sky and see The leafy branches of a tree, And higher still a bird in flight, And higher still a cloud of white. Beyond the cloud is lots more sky, Farther than far, higher than...

Find the pictures.
July 1, 2004... Can you find each of these pictures at another place in this book? [ILLUSTRATIONS OMITTED]

Dear readers.(Editorial)
July 1, 2004... Dear Readers, The wooded mountains of northeastern Pennsylvania, where we live and work, are home to many kinds of animals, including the American black bear. In fact, hundreds of bears roam the woods in our county, but I lived here for...

Spying on snails.(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... You can spy on a snail if you move slowly and silently. Noise or a quick motion will make a snail disappear into its shell. If it hides, wait quietly as you study its gray, green, or brown spiral shell. Notice if it has red, purple, orange, or...

Ah-choo!(Short Story)
July 1, 2004... One fine day in the land of green hills and blue streams, the king awoke, leaped from his bed, and ran to the window. Throwing open the shutters, he leaned out and took a deep breath of the fresh spring air. "Ah! Just smell those flowers...

Summer camp Hawaiian style.
July 1, 2004... Would you dare climb an active volcano? Twelve-year-old Branden Kekauli'i Kahawai did. Branden hiked up Mount Kilauea on the Big Island of Hawaii as part of a summer program called Na Pua No'eau. This Hawaiian-language name means "Flower...

Who's there?
July 1, 2004... Which animals are standing behind the fence? [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Goofus and Gallant[R].
July 1, 2004... Goofus unbuckles his seat belt to reach the snacks. Gallant keeps his seat belt buckled until the car is turned off. "I can't remember if Grandma paid me for the fund-raiser tickets. Do you know?" "You already paid me for the...

For wee folks.
July 1, 2004... These people are enjoying a parade on the Fourth of July. * Why do we celebrate on that day? * What are some other reasons we have parades? * In what other ways do we celebrate important days? * What important days are coming...

One cool job.
July 1, 2004... What do you want to be when you grow up? A teacher? A doctor? An astronaut? How about an ice-cream taster? Yes, there really is a job where you can get paid to taste ice cream. Just ask John Harrison, an "Official Taste Tester" at...

Hattie's fruit stand.(Hidden Pictures[TM])
July 1, 2004... In this big picture find the ruler, eyeglasses, crescent moon, stopwatch, paintbrush, sock, book, button, cup, artist's brush, slice of pie, and vase. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Can you find these Hidden Pictures[TM] on page 14? ...

Long Summer Night.(Poem)
July 1, 2004... Long Summer Night Fireflies Black skies Owl cries (So wise). Night sighs Dark dies Sunrise Egg fries Up, guys!

Jokes.(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Anne: "What is the first letter of the word yellow?" Kristi: "Y." Anne: "Because I want to know." Allison Seekford, Maryland A man and his wife were making pumpkin torte. The recipe said they needed to beat two eggs. The...

Zoey's sea bath.(Short Story)
July 1, 2004... Zoey lives on the island of Jamaica, near the sea. She goes to the shore every day to splash in the warm water and take sea baths. She likes to hear the music of the sea as the waves rush in, whoosh, whoosh, whoosh, onto the shore. Zoey...

Crying over onions.(Science Letters)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... When I'm near a peeled onion, my eyes start stinging and tearing. Why does that happen? Do you have any tips to prevent my eyes from stinging? Meira Novograd, Age 12 Maryland Our eyes water as a protective response to anything...

Losing "puppy" teeth.(Science Letters)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... I just lost my tooth. Do dogs lose teeth? Eric Voigt, Age 7 Texas Dogs lose their teeth just as people do. When dogs are about five months old, their "baby" teeth come out and are replaced by their permanent teeth.

When kites fly high.(Science Letters)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Why do kites need wind? Bronte Joseph, Age 5 Georgia If you hold up a kite in a quiet room and then let go, the kite will fall down. That means the kite is "heavier than air." So it needs some forces to hold it up. The wind...

Thinking.
July 1, 2004... * In what ways do we get news about things that are happening in other parts of the world? In our city or town? In our family? * Why is it important to be informed about news events? * How many different ways have you received news this...

Sid's socks.
July 1, 2004... Sid knows that there are six white socks and ten black socks in his dresser drawer. All of the socks match except for the color. Sid's light has burned out, and the room is very dark. How many socks must he take out of the drawer to make sure...

Car wash.
July 1, 2004... Which scene happened first? Second? Third? Fourth? Last? [ILLUSTRATIONS OMITTED]

Check ... and double check.
July 1, 2004... There are at least sixteen differences in these two pictures. How many can you find? [ILLUSTRATIONS OMITTED]

Who will care for spot?(Brief Article)(Short Story)
July 1, 2004... Mom looked worried as she hung up the phone. "That was Jenny next door," she said. "She won't be able to take care of Spot while we are on our vacation. Her family decided to go out of town at the last minute." "I'll phone Grandma," said...

Watermelon fever.(Short Story)
July 1, 2004... I can't stop thinking about watermelons. Giant watermelons. Juicy watermelons. Wonderful watermelons. I've saved my money to buy my own. One giant, juicy, wonderful watermelon all for me. Mom says I can't eat a whole chocolate cake by...

Those three bears: the author recalls some fascinating encounters near his home in India.
July 1, 2004... Most Himalayan villages lie in the valleys, where there are small streams, some farmland, and protection from the biting winds that come through the mountain passes in winter. The houses are usually made of large stones, and have sloping slate...

My horse.(Our Own Stories)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... My horse, Bronco, is a beautiful, sweet, and funny horse. I had always wanted a horse, and I got him as a young horse on Christmas. He was so cute, and he grew and grew. At the time, I could not ride Bronco because he was too young. I was...

Hard work pays.(Our Own Stories)(Short Story)
July 1, 2004... Little George had a thousand wishes. Once, an elf directed him to a wishing well. The well told George to stir it as many times as there are hours in a day. George stirred the well 24 times and waited for the next command. The well told...

My bow flies across the string, creating squeaks and groans.(Our Own Stories)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... My bow flies across the string, creating squeaks and groans. My fingers feel clunky, and they can't seem to land in the right places on the fingerboard. My teacher turns to me, disappointment in her words and face. I blink back tears,...

The Timbertoes[R].(Comic)
July 1, 2004... Tommy found a rope. "What can I do with this?" He found a long branch. He could make a swing. A bouncy swing! Mabel tried first. It was Tommy's turn. He bounced high... higher... Too high! Up in...

Rooster on a Fence.(Our Own Pages)
July 1, 2004... Rooster on a Fence [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Lisa Wadolowski, Age 8 New York

My dad.(Our Own Pages)(Letter to the Editor)
July 1, 2004... My dad is from Puerto Rico. He has black hair that is thicker than grass. His eyes are like caramel, and his skin is tan. I love my dad because he is nice, patient, and understanding. He also makes me happy because we ride bikes together and...

My Portrait.(Our Own Pages)
July 1, 2004... My Portrait [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Kela Kane, Age 8 Hawaii

Killer Whale,.(Our Own Pages)
July 1, 2004... Killer Whale [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Rule Yardley, Age 7 California

Creek Creatures.(Our Own Pages)(Poem)
July 1, 2004... Creek Creatures I dipped a net into the creek To see what I would find-- A multitude of little things All speckled, spotted, lined. A bulging eye, a flipping tail, A fish, a bug, a worm-- They flop, they...

The Sloth.(Our Own Pages)(Poem)
July 1, 2004... The Sloth The sloth may smile. The sloth may frown. It's hard to tell-- he's upside down' Katie Williams, Age 8 Georgia

Squirrel Finds Food.(Our Own Pages)
July 1, 2004... Squirrel Finds Food [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Jacob Demers, Age 3 Virginia

Grapes.(Our Own Pages)(Poem)
July 1, 2004... Grapes Grapes, grapes, get more power. Grow and grow until you're sour. You used to be so tiny and sweet. Now you're redder than a beet. Nimrah Saleem, Age 7 Texas

The Pose of a Rose.(Our Own Pages)(Poem)
July 1, 2004... The Pose of a Rose When I look at a rose I see its pose, And then I see its beauty. And the beauty of that rose, I suppose, Can open the wonder inside you. Majid Fakhoury, Age 7 North Carolina

As I Walk.(Our Own Pages)(Poem)
July 1, 2004... As I Walk As I walk through the forest and look up at the sky, I see the graceful geese honk and fly by. I see the rabbit hop into its home, and watch how the trees make up a beautiful dome. God is...

Unscratchable Itch.(Our Own Pages)(Poem)
July 1, 2004... Unscratchable Itch Do you know that unscratchable itch right between your shoulder blades? I have a really big one there. I twist my neck, I bend my back, I can hear my fingers crack! This terrible itch reminds me...

The Duet.(Our Own Pages)
July 1, 2004... The Duet [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Jeremy Hsiao, Age 10 Maryland

Moonlight.(Our Own Pages)(Poem)
July 1, 2004... Moonlight When the moon is set just right, and it's right above the lake, you hear the leaves blowing softly, but you dare not step in it, or it might just disappear. Korryn Hodgson, Age 10 Ontario

The Sport of the Spring.(Our Own Pages)(Poem)
July 1, 2004... The Sport of the Spring When I hit the ball it gets exciting as I run. I think, Will I get caught or not? I got caught, but I've been taught how to be a sport. I won't complain. I'll just go and sit...

Behind the Mask.(Our Own Pages)(Poem)
July 1, 2004... Behind the Mask Behind the Mask There is a girl Smart as a peacock Bright as a pearl But she doesn't want to grow up It's sad but true If you're like her You're afraid to be you Behind the...

Sittin' on His Perch.(Our Own Pages)
July 1, 2004... Sittin' on His Perch [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Ashley Vandeberghe, Age 11 Wyoming

A Dream.(Our Own Pages)(Poem)
July 1, 2004... A Dream I have the ball going down the field. I do not stop to wait or yield. People calling out my name-- I look at the goal, ready to aim. I pass the defense; the goalie I see. I look at her; she looks at me. ...

Anna's surprise.
July 1, 2004... One day Anna gave her brother Roberto a surprise. She made his bed and picked up his books. "What a nice surprise," said Roberto. Roberto saw Mom planting flowers. He watered the flowers with the watering can. "What a nice surprise," said...

Riddles.
July 1, 2004... 1. What dessert would you feed to a string quartet? Matthew Cherry, Maryland 2. What did the ballerina do after she hurt her foot? Alexa Weller, Minnesota 3. What kind of horse never wins a race? Amanda Greenwood,...

Matching.
July 1, 2004... Look at each fish on the left. Find one like it on the right. [ILLUSTRATIONS OMITTED]

Many moons: which planet has the most?
July 1, 2004... Which planet of our solar system has the most moons? Jupiter is the current leader, now that a big survey has been completed. You can see in the table below a moon scorecard for the giant planets, which have more moons than any of the smaller...

The bear family.
July 1, 2004... Mom: Your library book is overdue, Woozy. Woozy: I let Wanda borrow it. It was really good. Poozy: Now you have to pay a late fine. Woozy: I thought she'd return the book. Piddy: Then, is it Wanda's fault? Woozy: No,...

Back and forth.(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Whether you look at the letters from left to right or from right to left, a palindrome always says the same thing. Here are some words that are palindromes. noon civic radar level These sentences are palindromes. ...

Which is heavier?
July 1, 2004... A sweatshirt when it is dry or when it is wet? A gallon pail filled with stones or a gallon filled with feathers? A quart of mushrooms or a quart of water? An issue of Highlights or a dictionary? A cup of soup or a cup of...

Up a tree.
July 1, 2004... Which of these grow on trees? mango corn pinecone coconut pumpkin lemon potato apple [ILLUSTRATIONS OMITTED]

The right angle.
July 1, 2004... Do you see more rectangles or triangles in this figure? [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] We found seven triangles and six rectangles.

Hatch an eagle from an egg carton.(You Can Make It!)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... 1. For the eagle's head, cut out two cups from a cardboard egg carton. Trim these so that there are no gaps. Cut a beak from another egg cup. Place it between the two cups, then glue all three pieces together. 2. For the body, cut out two...

Picture yourself here.(You Can Make It!)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... 1. Cover an 8-inch cardboard or poster-board square with aluminum foil. Glue or tape the foil in place. 2. Cut out four l-inch poster-board squares, and cover each one with foil. With a permanent marker, write 2004, one number on each...

Play ice-cream shop.(You Can Make It!)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... To make two ice-cream cones: 1. Cut a large paper plate in half. 2. Paint or color the two halves to I look like cones. When they are dry, glue or tape the halves into cone shapes. 3. Glue cotton balls inside each cone. 4. For...

Catch a mess of fish.(You Can Make It!)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... 1. From construction paper, cut out 11 red fish and 11 orange fish. Slide paper clips onto 10 of each. 2. Decorate a box lid to look like a pond. 3. With an adult's help, cut two 2-liter bottles in half. Use the bottom parts as fish...

Craft challenge!
July 1, 2004... Create a desert scene in a shoebox.

What a "stand out" picture!(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... 1. Draw an animal, color it, and cut it out. 2. Trace around it on black paper (for its shadow). Cut out the shadow. 3. Draw and color a scene on a larger piece of paper. Glue the shadow to the picture. 4. Cut three or four cubes...

Jack and Billy: a true story.
July 1, 2004... During summer vacation when I was twelve, a sawmill was operating in the woods near our farm. Early each morning, I'd watch the men cut down big trees, saw them into logs, and skid the logs to the mill to be cut into lumber. The logs were...

Headwork.
July 1, 2004... Start at the beginning and see how far you can go, thinking of good answers from your own head. Do dogs purr? What color is a carrot? Why are chimneys not built of wood? Pat your stomach with one hand while rubbing your head...

I wonder ... how batteries make a flashlight work.(Science Corner)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Chemicals inside a battery react to make electricity. The reaction occurs only when you switch the light on and let some of the electricity flow. When the chemicals are used up, the batteries won't work anymore.

Move it!(Science Corner)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Which of these two levers would make it easier to lift the bricks? The longer lever would make the job easier. In both cases, the same amount of work is done because the bricks are raised to the same height. Using the short lever, the girl...

Which bounces higher?(Science Corner)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Roll a piece of clay into a smooth ball the size of a marble. Drop it onto a hard floor. Also drop a marble (or any hard object, like a penny or a paper clip). Which bounces higher? Why? Hint: Does the clay ball have a flat spot where it...

Dinosaur days.(Science Corner)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Is it true that in 1997 fossil hunters found a valley full of dinosaur eggs? Where did they find them, and what kind of eggs were they? Mitch Anderson, Age 5 New Jersey Yes, a valley with many dinosaur eggs--with tiny skeletons...

Triceratops.(Science Corner)
July 1, 2004... Triceratops [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Rebecca Allen Age 14 Texas

Choosing to sing.(Dear Highlights)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... My music teacher thinks I should join the chorus next year, but I don't know if I want to. What should I do? Eve A., New York Your teacher has the experience to know whether you have a good voice and would make a valuable addition to...

Stepsister tattles.(Dear Highlights)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... I have a stepsister who tattles on me and my friends. What should I do? Lauren F., Florida Perhaps your stepsister is feeling left out and tattles to get some attention. Try including her in your games and activities. Also, be kind...

Climbing woes.(Dear Highlights)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... I cannot climb the jungle gym. I am afraid I will fall through, and I am afraid of heights. Please help! Maggie F., Nebraska It sounds as if you are ready to face your fears and overcome them. Good for you! Often the best way to...

A friend's problem.(Dear Highlights)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... I have two best friends in my neighborhood. They are brothers. I play with them a lot, but one thinks I like the other better. I hang out with them the same amount. What should I do? Bryan S., Virginia You can't do much more than tell...

Rollin' rollin', rollin'.
July 1, 2004... Identify each numbered mystery vehicle. Then find its wheel or tire. [ILLUSTRATIONS OMITTED] 1 and B (buggy), 2 and D (stagecoach), 3 and F (wheelchair), 4 and C (hay wagon), 5 and A (construction vehicle), 6 and E (school bus).