Humpty Dumpty's Magazine articles from April 2002

Humpty Dumpty's Magazine archives from April 2002

The Tree in a Seed.(Poem)
April 1, 2002... The Tree in a Seed Tiny seed, here in my hand, Where do you hide your plant? I've tried to find your roots and leaves, But somehow I just can't. It must be magic, I believe, That a tree so big and tall Could...

Plant a garden.(Poem)
April 1, 2002... It's spring! It's time to plant again! We'll plant a garden, one to ten. First we dig and pull the weeds. One to ten, we plant the seeds. Beans on a pole will be great fun. Mom says one pole; count it, one. Beans grow twisting up the pole;...

The Surprise Salad.(Short Story)
April 1, 2002... "What are we having for lunch today, Grandma?" asked Cassie. "Surprise salad," said Grandma as she headed toward the garden with a basket and trowel. "Why is it a surprise?" Cassie asked. "You'll see," said Grandma. Cassie...

2002 Scholarship Spelling Bee.(practice words)
April 1, 2002... It's time for this year's Scholarship Spelling Bee! Keep studying, kids! Practice spelling the words below. Our spelling bee is good practice for the Scripps Howard National Spelling Bee. Here is a partial list of words from the...

The president's challenge.(fitness award)
April 1, 2002... Welcome Lisa Oliphant to this year's Scholarship Games. She is bringing a challenge from President Bush for kids of all ages. How fit are you? Come to the Scholarship Games and find out. Test how fast you can run. Test how many...

Across the finish line.(2002 Scholarship Games)
April 1, 2002... Who will be the first to cross the finish line? Will it be you? Kids and their families are coming from different parts of the United States to compete in the 2002 Scholarship Games. What scholarships will be awarded? More than...

Spanish word fun.(2003 Spanish Scholarship Spelling Bee)
April 1, 2002... How many Spanish words do you know? How many of them can you spell? Here are some new Spanish words. Start learning Spanish now if you would like to compete in the 2003 Spanish Scholarship Spelling Bee. Pets Animales domesticos cat...

Rainy day play.(Poem)
April 1, 2002... Rainy Day Play Pitter, patter, plip, plop, I'm out on a spree. My tongue is catching rain As it plops down on me. I'm kicking up raindrops. They're making quite a spray. I'm getting soaking wet As I...

Ask the plant doctor.(difference between fruit and vegetable)
April 1, 2002... Dear Dr. Orvis, What is the difference between a fruit and a vegetable? Mark Lukas San Diego, California Dear Mark, Fruits and vegetables both come from plants. A fruit is the part that grows the seed. We eat many fruits...

The Brand New Kid.
April 1, 2002... Meet Lazio S. Gasky, the new kid at school. "His hair was so blond, why it looked almost white. It stuck out all over, it didn't look right. His lips were bright pink, his eyes very blue. He looked at his feet and he fidgeted,...

Rice Cake Lunch. (Mix & Fix).(Recipe)
April 1, 2002... Do you like peanut butter? Do you like to eat rice cakes? Put them together. What you need: Rice cakes Lowfat peanut butter Raisins or sunflower seeds What you do: 1. Spread peanut butter on the rice cakes. 2....

The Nest.
April 1, 2002... This is Emily. This is Momma. Emily played under a tree. "Look, Momma, I'm a bird," she said. Emily stretched out her hands and flapped them like wings. I need a nest," Emily said. "What can I use for a nest?" "Build one,...

Bath time is fun.
April 1, 2002... Do you hate to wash your face and shampoo your hair? Baths are important. They help to keep your body free from dirt and germs. Bath time can be fun. Try bathtub finger paints the next time you take a bath. Paint pictures on the...

Ask Doctor Cory: for parents and teachers.
April 1, 2002... Dear Dr. Cory: Should I have activated charcoal on hand in our home in case of an accidental poisoning? Laura Wilkings San Diego, California Dear Ms. Wilkings: Yes, you should keep it on hand. Since 1986 we have been...

Diamond drops.
April 1, 2002... DIAMOND DROPS Sky mirrors on the pavement. Diamonds on the tree. Oh, what lovely presents The rain has left for me! Ten diamonds are hidden in this picture. Please help Katie find them.