Humpty Dumpty's Magazine articles from May 2004

Humpty Dumpty's Magazine archives from May 2004

Let's play ball!(Brief Article)
May 1, 2004... Are you a good fielder? Here are five tips to help you be a great one. 1. Get ready for the ball. 2. Run fast to where the ball is hit. 3. Shuffle to move in front of the ball. 4. Skip to be in just the right position to make...

Strike!
May 1, 2004... Monty Monkey is the first batter up. But something is missing. Connect the dots from 1 to 17 to find out what it is. Then you may color the picture.

Wiggling worms at work.(children's stories)(Short Story)
May 1, 2004... HUMPTY DUMPTY'S CHOICE Did you know that worms do not have eyes, noses, or ears--and hardly a brain at all? But they do serve a very Important purpose. In this book, find out what kind of work they do and why their wiggling, twisting, and...

Our friend the earth worm.(Brief Article)
May 1, 2004... Some people call the earthworm "the gardener's best friend." Try this experiment to see how worms help gardeners and farmers. What you need: 16- or 20-ounce plastic bottle Sheet of paper Tape Sand Moist soil 2 or 3 earthworms Rotted...

Food for thought.
May 1, 2004... Broccoli, spinach, Brussels sprouts, Carrots, beets, and peas. I love to eat my vegetables. I'll have seconds, please. Mushrooms, corn, and cauliflower, Potatoes and green beans. Good food gives me muscle power. That is what I need! Have...

Whose garden is this?(children's stories)(Short Story)
May 1, 2004... This is Mother. This is Ben. Mother and Ben planted tomatoes, corn and cucumber in their garden. One day mother said, "It's time to pick our tomato." But when they looked, the tomato were gone. "We still have our corn and cucumber,"...

Eating a rainbow.(Mix & Fix)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2004... What you need: Carrots, tomatoes, peppers, broccoli florets Lettuce Plate Yellow low-fat cheese, grated Blue tortilla chips What you do: 1. Wash all vegetables well. 2. Ask an adult to cut up the carrots, the tomatoes, and the...

What is blooming?
May 1, 2004... Connect the dots from 1 to 36 to find the answer. Then color the picture. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Ready, set, grow! Create your very own garden all by yourself.(Humpty Dumpty's Choice)(www.alextoys.com)
May 1, 2004... Spring is the perfect time to explore the wonderful world of gardening. A little know-how, elbow grease, and the perfect tools are the seeds of a great garden (and gardener). The earth-friendly folks at Alex Toys provide you with all the...

The Zebra who didn't like his stripes.(Short Story)
May 1, 2004... Once long ago there was a zebra who lived in a beautiful green jungle. He loved the jungle and all his friends, but he was very sad. More than anything else in the world, he wanted spots instead of stripes. "Why can't I have spots instead...

De-tailed animals.
May 1, 2004... These animals are missing their tails. Can you match each animal with its tail? Please write the correct numbers in the blank spaces. Elephant -- Mule -- Lion -- Cat -- Rabbit -- Pig -- Skunk -- Raccoon -- Beaver -- Answers:...

Which pitch is which?
May 1, 2004... This pitcher is practicing pitching. He has a lot of baseballs to throw. Three balls are exactly alike. Which ones are they?

Tubing.
May 1, 2004... Please help this boy float back to the dock. Use a pencil to follow the correct path.

Do it right.(Brief Article)
May 1, 2004... Exercise is really smart. Warm up slow before you start. Stretch up high and stretch down low. Are you ready? Get set, go! March in place right where you are. March, march, march, and you'll go far. Situps, pushups, puff, puff,...

No lobster, please!(Humpty Dumpty's Choice)(childrens book about food allergy)(Children's Review)(Book Review)(Brief Review)
May 1, 2004... A Story of a Child with a Severe Seafood Allergy Did you know that food allergies can occur at any time and any age? This easy-to-read book can help parents and children learn about food allergies together. Being aware could save a child's...

Ask doctor Cory.(health and wellness)(Column)
May 1, 2004... Dear Dr. Cory: My brother bangs his head against his crib. He is three years old and has been doing it for a long time. It wakes me up when I try to sleep. Why do you think he bangs his head? Is this bad for his head? Nancy * Address...

Let's play dress-up!
May 1, 2004... Humpty Dumpty, the lifeguard, is going to the swimming pool. Please help Humpty get ready. 1. Color Humpty's clothes. 2. Tear out these pages. Follow the heavy black line and carefully cut out Humpty, his tank top, his Hawaiian shirt,...

Like a seal.
May 1, 2004... Dive right in and kick your feet; Cup your fingers; stroke and breathe. You will like the way you feel, Skimming water like a seal! Look closely at this picture. Hidden in the waves are some friendly fish and sea animals. Can you find a...