April 7 | Programming and Activities | Grades 4-8
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Programming Highlights
NOVA | Inside Animal Minds - Dogs & Senses
Tuesday at 8:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. on KLCS Did you know dogs use their noses to tell time? See what other superpowers dogs have to navigate the world.
Food: Delicious Science | A Matter of Taste
Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. PST on KLCS
See how chemistry and biology are at the root of all the sensations, tastes and flavors that we enjoy in our food.
The Great American Read | Villains & Monsters
Tuesday at 1 p.m. on KLCS See how books answer the question, “Who am I?” Explore first-person narratives and other ways authors tell stories of characters on personal journeys. From navigating the teen years to discovering our “chosen families,” learn about novels that have helped people find themselves at any age.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q9Gyv9yTywA
At-Home Learning Tips
Focus On What You Can Control
Managing our children's emotions amid uncertainty requires us to check our own stress levels first. You can start by focusing on what you can control, on a day-to-day level. Make sure you’re eating well, exercising, minimizing speculative news, and creating a routine that is easy to follow; one that includes downtime for your family. Find other simple steps to manage your family's stress here.
Daily Programming
Additional Resources
Take the City Nature Challenge 2020
Download the iNaturalist app and help the folks at the Natural History Museum document the nature in your home, yard or neighborhood. What are the wild plants growing in your backyard? (weeds count!) What observations can you make along the sidewalk in front of your house or apartment complex? (Always be mindful of traffic and safety.) Make sure to practice social distancing by keeping space between people of at least 6 feet. Here's more on how to participate.
Natick Labs: The Science Behind Military Food
In the frontlines, the quality of food becomes even more important. Not only is it a source of nutrition, it also becomes a morale-boosting activity. Get an insider's look at the U.S. Army's Natick Labs. Meet the scientists and chefs working to ensure the health and well-being of our nation’s finest, even as they are challenged by the toughest terrains and harshest conditions in the world.
How to Create Strong Characters
What makes stories memorable? Often, it is the characters that readers fall in love with or detest. If you're taking a stab at writing something epic, here's a few tips to create even stronger characters.
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