Setting: November's cold clear Skies. Crisp air. A moonless sky filled with stars and the milky way. A small fire pit in a clearing in the forest. Warm mittens and scarf on young Maia, who is cloaked in a hooded shawl. Gran and background gathering wood. Setting kindling in the fire pit center. The girl and crone perform a New moon ritual, where they cast a circle in the dirt around the bonfire and call upon the four corners of the earth. then they leave woods to a cottage at its border, glowing from the fire within

an alphabet book

In aceasta carte o vom intalni pe Clara. Minunata fetita pe care Dumnezeu i-a facut-o cadou unei pãmǐntene.

Many millennia ago, on an unknown planet, there lived a little girl named Esmarelda. She lived with her parents in a small cottage, far away from the city, surrounded by a nearby forest, many valleys and green pastures. Esmarelda’s mother had a large vegetable and flower garden in the backyard of their home. There were cows and horses that lived on the green pasture close by. There was a forest too, that was right next to the pasture.

McKenzie and Giavanni realize that Grandma Gert is losing her memories. Listening to her stories was their favorite pastime. One day Mckenzie and Giavanni realized Grandma Gert was forgetting some of their favorite stories. Realizing time was running out, they asked the community to help write Grandma Gert's favorite stories so they wouldn't be forgotten. They wanted to keep her memories alive until all have heard!

Happiness Expression: Smiling, laughter, relaxed body posture, bright eyes. Feeling: A sense of joy, contentment, or pleasure. It can be triggered by positive experiences, achievements, or connections with others. Sadness Expression: Frowning, tears, slumped posture, soft or downcast voice. Feeling: A response to loss, disappointment, or frustration. It may also arise from empathy for others' struggles or personal challenges. Anger Expression: Furrowed brows, clenched fists, tense body, raised voice. Feeling: Often triggered by perceived injustice, frustration, or threat. It may be an outward expression of frustration or desire to change a situation. Fear Expression: Wide eyes, tense body, quickened breathing, freezing or retreating actions. Feeling: A natural response to perceived danger or threat. Fear often activates the body’s fight-or-flight response. Surprise Expression: Raised eyebrows, open mouth, wide eyes, sometimes a gasp. Feeling: Can be a reaction to unexpected events, whether positive or negative. It often involves a brief, intense reaction before other emotions settle in. Disgust Expression: Wrinkled nose, curled lip, squinting eyes, pulling away from the object of disgust. Feeling: Often an automatic reaction to unpleasant tastes, smells, or things perceived as gross or morally offensive. Love Expression: Warm, gentle eyes, soft smile, close proximity, affection in touch (hugs, holding hands). Feeling: A complex and deep connection to another person or entity, characterized by care, trust, and emotional bonding. Excitement Expression: Wide grin, bouncing or jumping, rapid speech, energetic gestures. Feeling: A heightened state of anticipation or joy, often tied to upcoming events or achievements. Humans express emotions in varied ways, depending on cultural norms, personal preferences, and social contexts. Emotions also blend together in complex ways, creating nuanced expressions that might not fit neatly into one category.

How Megan's Secret Garden Inspired a Community to Come Together

Poppy, a tanned kind-hearted girl, lived as a servant to her Aunt Hilda, working off her late father’s debt. Despite her hard life, Poppy had a passion for baking and made the most delicious cakes. One day, the prince heard of her baking skills and invited her to the palace after tasting her cake. At the palace, older Poppy impressed everyone with her talent, but she also faced jealousy from Clara, a girl who tried to sabotage her success. Older Poppy stayed strong, overcame Clara's tricks, and continued to bake extraordinary treats for the prince and his guests. Over time, Older Poppy and Prince Oliver grew close, and he eventually proposed to her. However, Poppy hesitated because of her debt to Aunt Hilda. The prince paid off the debt, and Poppy happily accepted his proposal. They were married, and Poppy became a beloved princess. Despite her new life, she never forgot her roots, using her passion for baking to spread joy across the kingdom.

In a vibrant neighborhood lived Dukey, a curious boy who adored adventures with Auntie Rhee. When she announced a trip to Australia, Dukey's excitement soared. Their journey took them to the Outback, where Dukey giggled with kangaroos and emus. They explored the Great Barrier Reef, where Dukey tried snorkeling amidst colorful fish. In Queensland's rainforests, he encountered koalas and kookaburras. In the desert, Dukey met wombats. As their adventure concluded, Dukey thanked Auntie Rhee for the magical experience. They returned home, hearts brimming with memories and a sense of endless possibilities.

Jesus as a Friend: Describe Jesus as a very special friend who loves everyone. You can say, "Jesus is our best friend who is always there for us, just like your friends at school." This helps the child relate to Jesus in a personal way God's Love in Action: Explain that Jesus came to show us how much God loves us. You might say, "Jesus is like a big hug from God. He came to help us understand how to love each other." This reflects the idea that Jesus' life was a demonstration of God's love for humanity Use Relatable Concepts Jesus as a Helper: Emphasize that Jesus helps people. You can tell the child, "When Jesus was on Earth, he helped sick people feel better, fed hungry people, and taught everyone to be kind." This illustrates Jesus' compassionate actions and His role as a healer and teacher Stories of Jesus: Share simple stories from the Bible that highlight Jesus' kindness and miracles, such as when He calmed the storm or fed the 5,000. These stories can captivate a child's imagination and help them understand Jesus' power and love Use Analogies Shepherd and Sheep: Explain that Jesus is like a good shepherd who takes care of his sheep. You can say, "Just like a shepherd keeps his sheep safe and leads them to good places, Jesus takes care of us and shows us the right way to live." This analogy helps convey Jesus' protective and guiding nature Light of the World: Describe Jesus as the light that helps us see. You might say, "Jesus is like a bright light that helps us know what is good and right. When we follow Him, we can be happy and kind." This metaphor illustrates how Jesus guides us in our lives

A little star named Stella and the moons enventyr

2sisters and a brother making a surprise meal but then there was magic happening in the kitchen

Aaron was sad. He was weird, average-sized, and mediocre at taking naps. So he thought nobody would ever want to be friends with him. Then one day he met Matara. She was wonderful. She had taken a lot of naps and was very good at it. She also liked weird people. And even though Aaron was average-sized, he was also funny, which she liked. So Aaron and Matara took many mediocre naps together and lived happily ever after.

學校1樓有欄杆，是用來保護同學的。 老師有機會帶同學上1樓上課， 例如圖書課、音樂課或視藝課。 同學離開課室時會跟著老師排好隊，一個跟一個， 遠離欄杆。 我離開課室時，會跟著老師排好隊，一個跟一個，遠離欄杆， 老師會讚我有安全意識。

A little girls first Halloween with her parents

Page 1 Xiaoming and Xiaohua joined a special tour. Their destination was Lung Yeuk Tau, a place full of history and beautiful scenery. Page 2 They got on the bus, excitedly looking at the view outside. The tour guide told them that there is a mountain shaped like a dragon jumping! Page 3 When they arrived at Lung Yeuk Tau, Xiaoming and Xiaohua first visited the old village called Lo Wai. The tall walls and narrow gate made them feel curious. Page 4 The guide told them stories about Lo Wai. In the past, villagers built these defenses to protect against pirates, making them feel very safe. Page 5 Next, they went to the Tin Hau Temple. Inside the temple were beautiful statues, and there were two ancient bronze bells used for praying for safety. Page 6 Xiaohua was especially interested in the stories about the Tin Hau Temple. She learned that villagers would take the statues out to parade during Tin Hau's birthday. Page 7 Finally, they visited the Songling Tang Kung Ancestral Hall. Xiaoming was amazed by the architecture and heard the touching story of Tang Songling. Page 8 At the end of the trip, Xiaoming and Xiaohua felt that this journey was very special. They hoped to come back to Lung Yeuk Tau one day to explore more stories!

forage for dandelion petals making honey foraging for beech leaves to taste, trunk that looks like an elephants foot, beech nut husks, green leaves with tiny hairs that look like a grannies chin on the outside of the beech. taste of apple peel

A day in the savannah

Staffy puppy loves to play with friends and has lots of fun adventures after crossing the Rainbow Bridge.

Carson Went Back to the Mesozoic Era One day, Carson was bored. Then he went out of the house and saw some metals on the floor. He picked them up and thought he could make a space-time machine. After a while, Carson finished building the time machine. He was satisfied. He went into it and saw some dinosaurs. He realized he had forgotten to bring his mobile phone. He was worried that he couldn’t go back home. Finally, some dinosaurs kept some food for Carson and brought him to a secret golden forest because there was a gigantic space-time machine. Carson felt delighted.