Magic is in the air

💚TUESDAY💙

Happy Think About It Tuesday!! Joey wants to know if you could choose any pet in the world; what would you pick? And what would your pet look like? Would it have magical powers? Could it fly way up high in the clouds? Would it take you on a magical ride on a rainbow? Would you be able to walk on the clouds? Wouldn't it be nice if the clouds were all the colors of the rainbow? 

Joey says he would love to have a pet Giraffe with a unicorn horn, and it would be green with blue dots! He would name it Radical Raffie the long neck Giraffie!! Just imagine Joey and all his friends flying with Raffie up in the clouds on a nice sunny day! 

Oh, the things your mind can dream up!! It's great to get your mind thinking! You can think up all kinds of stuff! Your mind is a big place when you feed it with good thoughts and magical wishes.

 

***UPDATE***

I have made a variety of printables for you. Check them out, they are free:

http://www.joeysavestheday.com/p/printables.html

Join my Joey Saves The Day group on Facebook for giveaways, learning, and fun:

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Follow me on Instagram:

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Check out the books that I have written here:

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Feature your book on my website here:

http://www.joeysavestheday.com/p/book-of-day.html

Subscribe to my YouTube channel:

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I'm Mimi, the author of the JOEY SAVES THE DAY! book series. I love reading, writing, teaching, and learning. I homeschool my two youngest children. My 16-year-old daughter illustrated the books and will illustrate all the rest of them in the series. She started illustrating the series when she was 14 years old. She loves to draw. She is learning as she goes. Her dream is to one day be a famous illustrator and a fantasy book writer. Help me make my daughter’s dreams a reality and watch how her illustrations evolve over time! Children and adults everywhere will love these books. The story and illustrations within the pages of the books will put a big smile on your face and your child will be delighted as you read them the books. The illustrations are adorable and the stories are super cute. You don’t want to miss out on the opportunity to own this collection of adorable books! All five of the books are available on Amazon, Barnes and Noble, Target, Walmart, and Books A Million.

 

JOEY SAVES THE DAY! AT MEMAW’S

Joey helps his Memaw find something she is missing and its right there in plain sight. Some of us have done this before! Join Joey in this funny and cute quest to find his Memaw's eyeglasses.

JOEY SAVES THE DAY! THE MISSING TEDDY BEAR

Joey helps his sister find her missing teddy bear. They look everywhere. I bet you can't guess where Joey and Jinger find the missing teddy bear?

JOEY SAVES THE DAY! LOST AT THE ZOO

Joey 's father gets lost while they are visiting the seven continents at the zoo. Come on this adorable adventure with Joey and his family as they visit each of the seven continents at the zoo!

Santa's Rainbow Reindeer

Join Harry and Holly Jingles as they introduce us to Santa's Rainbow Reindeer. Learn about them one by one. The Rainbow Reindeer help your children get ready for bed so Santa can bring them gifts when they are all tucked in their bed and sound asleep. This book is interactive.

Molecules and Atoms

Facts about Matter

 

YOU DEFINITELY MATTER!! Don't ever let anyone tell you that you don't!! You are a very important part of this universe!! 

Did you know we are matter? We are made up of molecules, atoms, and cells. If an object takes up space it is matter. So, we as humans take up space so that makes us matter.

Facts about Matter:

Definition of Matter:

Matter is anything that occupies space and has mass. Everything around us, including Earth, stars, and planets, is made of matter.

States of Matter:

Matter can exist in three primary states:

• Solid: Has a definite shape and volume.
• Liquid: Takes the shape of its container but has a definite volume.
• Gas: Has neither a definite shape nor volume.

Composition of Matter:

Matter is composed of tiny particles called atoms and molecules. These particles combine to form various substances.

Inertia:

All matter shares the fundamental property of inertia. Inertia prevents a material body from responding instantaneously to changes in its state of rest or motion.

Remember, whether it’s the air we breathe, the water we drink, or the ground beneath our feet, matter is all around us and greatly shapes our world!

Joey says.... My book JOEY SAVES THE DAY! AT DAYCARE is made up of matter too and he wishes it could take up some space on your bookshelf!!

A is for Air

Air Facts 

Each week on Thankful Thursday we will work with a new letter from the alphabet. This week we will be sharing something we are thankful for that starts with the letter Aa.

It feels great to be grateful! And what a wonderful way to start your day by practicing gratitude. Comment with something you are grateful for that starts with the letter Aa

. 

Joey is grateful for Air. I'm grateful for ALL of you!!

Here is a list of words that start with the letter a:

• airplane
• arrow
• automobile 
• architect
• alien
• amazing
• automatic
• aroma
• artist
• also

Can you put the words in alphabetical order?

Facts about air:

Composition: 

Air is a mixture of gases: 78% nitrogen and 21% oxygen, with some traces of argon, carbon dioxide, neon, and hydrogen.

Aerosols: 

Besides gases, air contains tiny particles called aerosols, like dust, pollen, soot, and smoke, which highly contribute to air pollution.

Essential for Life: 

Air is needed and vital for respiration, a process where living things take in oxygen and release carbon dioxide, providing us with energy to eat, grow, and live.

Carbon Dioxide: 

This gas is crucial for photosynthesis, where plants make food and oxygen, but high levels from burning fossil fuels contribute to global warming.

Humidity: 

Relative humidity measures the amount of water air can hold before it rains, with 100% humidity indicating rain is imminent.

Air Pressure: 

The weight of air creates atmospheric pressure, which is higher at sea level and lower at high altitudes, which affect our ears during elevation changes.

Protective Layer: 

Earth’s atmosphere, which is filled with air, acts as insulation to maintain temperature and contains the ozone that shields us from too much sunlight.

Meteoroid Shield: 

The air in our atmosphere protects us by causing meteoroids to burn up before reaching the Earth’s surface.

Microbial Life: 

The air hosts bioaerosols, tiny microbial organisms that can travel long distances through wind, rain, or even a sneeze.

Air Quality Index (AQI): 

AQI measures air pollution levels, with values over 300 representing hazardous conditions.

Next week we will be grateful for things that start with the letter B.

Facts about ketchup

Ketchup Facts

 

Did you know that ketchup was sold in the 1830s as medicine?

1. In 1834 ketchup was sold as a cure for an unsettled stomach and lots of other aliments by a physician in Ohio named John Cook. It was even sold in pill form. That would be amazing if ketchup was a magic cure, but we know it's not! 

2. From the 1700's to 1850's the word ketchup stood for any number of dark sauces and the main ingredients was not tomatoes instead it was mushrooms and sometimes walnuts. There is a recipe in a cookbook in London dated 1742 with a fish sauce recipe which was ketchup back in those times. 

3. The first recorded recipe for ketchup dates back to 544 A.D. in China. This early version used ingredients like the intestine, stomach, and bladder of yellow fish, shark, and mullet. It required 20 days of incubation under summer sunlight before consumption.

4. European explorers tried to replicate ketchup but faced challenges due to the absence of soybeans (a crucial ingredient in Asian ketchup). They experimented with bases like oysters, walnuts, and mushrooms.

5. Tomatoes eventually made their way into ketchup recipes. The first known written recipe for tomato ketchup came from Philadelphia horticulturist James Mease in 1812.

6. In the 1860s, ketchup earned a bad reputation due to unscrupulous makers using excessive preservatives and coal tar for its iconic red color.

7. French cookbook author Pierre Blot even called ketchup “filthy, decomposed, and putrid.” Despite this, tomato ketchup became an American staple by the late 19th century, with consumers having access to a whopping 94 brands of ketchup in Connecticut by 1901.

8. Heinz’s 57 Varieties:

Henry J. Heinz, inspired by an advertisement for 21 styles of shoes, branded his company with “57 Varieties.” Interestingly, Heinz produced more than 60 products, but the iconic number stuck.

9. The term “catsup” was coined by Jonathan Swift in 1730.

10. Jane Austen was a fan of mushroom ketchup.

Watch out for the sugar that is in ketchup. 

North and South Pole Magnet

🧲Magnetic Attraction🧲

Did you know that magnets have a North and a South Pole?

Magnets are fascinating objects with a north pole and a south pole. Let’s delve into the fascinating world of magnetism:

Poles and Attraction:

Every magnet has two distinct ends called poles: the north pole and the south pole.

When it comes to attraction, opposite poles attract each other. For instance, a north pole will be drawn toward a south pole. However, if two north poles encounter each other, they will repel each other, pushing away.

Atomic Origins:

Magnets are composed of atoms. Within each atom, the nucleus is surrounded by negatively charged electrons. These electrons generate their own tiny magnetic fields, referred to as “spin.” If enough electrons align their spins in the same direction, the material itself becomes magnetic. In some elements (like iron), unpaired electrons create small magnetic fields. These fields can align under specific conditions, resulting in what we call magnetism.

Permanent Magnets:

Everyday magnets, such as refrigerator magnets, are known as permanent magnets. In these materials, the magnetic fields of many atoms become permanently aligned due to an external force (like being placed in a powerful magnetic field).

Earth’s Magnetic Poles:

Earth itself acts as a huge magnet. Its internal magnet has a south pole near the geographic north pole and a north pole near the geographic south pole. Technically, this means that the northern magnetic pole on Earth is actually a magnetic south pole, as opposite poles attract.

In summary, the behavior of electrons and their alignment within materials give rise to the magnetic properties that we observe. Whether it’s holding a party invitation on a refrigerator or guiding a compass needle, magnets continue to captivate our curiosity!

***UPDATE***

I have made a variety of printables for you. Check them out, they are free:

http://www.joeysavestheday.com/p/printables.html

Join my Joey Saves The Day group on Facebook for giveaways, learning, and fun:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/376033837169442

Follow me on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/mimijoey444/

Like and follow my author page:

https://www.facebook.com/Mimi-Jones-114739544135886

Check out the books that I have written here:

http://www.joeysavestheday.com/p/blog-page_16.html

Feature your book on my website here:

http://www.joeysavestheday.com/p/book-of-day.html

Subscribe to my YouTube channel:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1bduPttfxAukXAep6Bxisw

 

I'm Mimi, the author of the JOEY SAVES THE DAY! book series. I love reading, writing, teaching, and learning. I homeschool my two youngest children. My 16-year-old daughter illustrated the books and will illustrate all the rest of them in the series. She started illustrating the series when she was 14 years old. She loves to draw. She is learning as she goes. Her dream is to one day be a famous illustrator and a fantasy book writer. Help me make my daughter’s dreams a reality and watch how her illustrations evolve over time! Children and adults everywhere will love these books. The story and illustrations within the pages of the books will put a big smile on your face and your child will be delighted as you read them the books. The illustrations are adorable and the stories are super cute. You don’t want to miss out on the opportunity to own this collection of adorable books! All five of the books are available on Amazon, Barnes and Noble, Target, Walmart, and Books A Million.

 

JOEY SAVES THE DAY! AT DAYCARE

Delilah doesn't want to stay at daycare. So, Joey helps his friend Delilah feel happy by doing silly things to make her laugh at daycare. They have so much fun the day is over in a flash!

JOEY SAVES THE DAY! AT MEMAW’S

Joey helps his Memaw find something she is missing and its right there in plain sight. Some of us have done this before! Join Joey in this funny and cute quest to find his Memaw's eyeglasses.

JOEY SAVES THE DAY! THE MISSING TEDDY BEAR

Joey helps his sister find her missing teddy bear. They look everywhere. I bet you can't guess where Joey and Jinger find the missing teddy bear?

JOEY SAVES THE DAY! LOST AT THE ZOO

Joey 's father gets lost while they are visiting the seven continents at the zoo. Come on this adorable adventure with Joey and his family as they visit each of the seven continents at the zoo!

Santa's Rainbow Reindeer

Join Harry and Holly Jingles as they introduce us to Santa's Rainbow Reindeer. Learn about them one by one. The Rainbow Reindeer help your children get ready for bed so Santa can bring them gifts when they are all tucked in their bed and sound asleep. This book is interactive.

Help Find Joey

 Joey is Hiding!

THIS GIVEAWAY HAS ENDED! NOBODY FOUND JOEY. HE IS STILL HIDING OUT ON THE WEBPAGE THOUGH. SEE IF YOU CAN FIND HIM.

I need your help!! Joey is hiding. Look for Joey everywhere on my webpage. He is hiding out on this webpage somewhere. If you find him first, you will win a prize! The first person to email me and comment on the post where you found Joey with "I FOUND JOEY" wins a prize. You have to tell me where you found him at! Joey could be anywhere on the site so look everywhere for him. 

If you are the first person to find Joey, I will need you to provide your email address so I can get in contact with you to make arrangements on shipping your prize to you. You have 48 hours to claim prize, or I will move on to the next person who emails me and comments with "I FOUND JOEY". Good Luck! 

I only ship to the U.S at this time.  

He will look like this but only much smaller!!

Thank you for reading my post!! "Don't have a good day; have a GREAT day!" -free guy the movie.

 

 

***UPDATE***

I have made a variety of printables for you. Check them out, they are free:

http://www.joeysavestheday.com/p/printables.html

Join my Joey Saves The Day group on Facebook for giveaways, learning, and fun:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/376033837169442

Follow me on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/mimijoey444/

Like and follow my author page:

https://www.facebook.com/Mimi-Jones-114739544135886

Check out the books that I have written here:

http://www.joeysavestheday.com/p/blog-page_16.html

Feature your book on my website here:

http://www.joeysavestheday.com/p/book-of-day.html

Subscribe to my YouTube channel:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1bduPttfxAukXAep6Bxisw

 

I'm Mimi, the author of the JOEY SAVES THE DAY! book series. I love reading, writing, teaching, and learning. I homeschool my two youngest children. My 16-year-old daughter illustrated the books and will illustrate all the rest of them in the series. She started illustrating the series when she was 14 years old. She loves to draw. She is learning as she goes. Her dream is to one day be a famous illustrator and a fantasy book writer. Help me make my daughter’s dreams a reality and watch how her illustrations evolve over time! Children and adults everywhere will love these books. The story and illustrations within the pages of the books will put a big smile on your face and your child will be delighted as you read them the books. The illustrations are adorable and the stories are super cute. You don’t want to miss out on the opportunity to own this collection of adorable books! All five of the books are available on Amazon, Barnes and Noble, Target, Walmart, and Books A Million.

 

JOEY SAVES THE DAY! AT DAYCARE

Delilah doesn't want to stay at daycare. So, Joey helps his friend Delilah feel happy by doing silly things to make her laugh at daycare. They have so much fun the day is over in a flash!

JOEY SAVES THE DAY! AT MEMAW’S

Joey helps his Memaw find something she is missing and its right there in plain sight. Some of us have done this before! Join Joey in this funny and cute quest to find his Memaw's eyeglasses.

JOEY SAVES THE DAY! THE MISSING TEDDY BEAR

Joey helps his sister find her missing teddy bear. They look everywhere. I bet you can't guess where Joey and Jinger find the missing teddy bear?

JOEY SAVES THE DAY! LOST AT THE ZOO

Joey 's father gets lost while they are visiting the seven continents at the zoo. Come on this adorable adventure with Joey and his family as they visit each of the seven continents at the zoo!

Santa's Rainbow Reindeer

Join Harry and Holly Jingles as they introduce us to Santa's Rainbow Reindeer. Learn about them one by one. The Rainbow Reindeer help your children get ready for bed so Santa can bring them gifts when they are all tucked in their bed and sound asleep. This book is interactive.

Facts about the Tittle

Tittle Facts

Do you know what a Tittle is?

I just want to share a bit of history with you about the tittle. Today the word Tittle is rarely used. Do you guys know that the tiny little dot above the lower-case j and i has an actual name? It is called a tittle or superscript. Yeah, I didn't know either.

The word tittle comes from the Latin word titulus, which means title or inscription. The word is rarely used in modern English, except in the phrase “jot and tittle”, which means every small detail. This phrase comes from the Bible, where Jesus says that “not one jot or one tittle” will disappear from the law until everything is accomplished. (Matthew 5:18, King James Version)

The tittle is an interesting feature of writing and printing that shows how letters can change and evolve over time. The tittle can also affect how we read and pronounce words in other languages. The tittle is a tiny but significant mark that definitely deserves our attention.

I did not learn about this fact in school, so I wanted to share it with you guys. Please don't forget to tittle your i's and j's and cross your t's. Have a blessed day!

Share a random fact with us?

The Importance of Laughing

Importance of Laughing

Happy Tickle Me Tuesday!! Tell us a funny joke or something in the comment section that will make us laugh!

Did you know that laughing is good for you? Yes, laughter can help keep you healthy, states the mayo clinic. Research has found that laughter has benefits such as increasing oxygen to your heart, muscles, and lungs. Laughter can also increase your endorphins that are released by your brain which can improve your mood. So be happy and laugh often!! 

Here is a joke to help you laugh....

Did you hear the joke about the roof? Never mind, it's over your head!

Did you know that laughter is a natural and powerful way to improve your well-being. 

Here are some reasons why laughter is so good for you:

• Laughter can reduce your stress levels. 
• Laughter can lower your blood pressure, help relax your muscles, and release tose feel good endorphins. 
• Laughter can also help you to be able to cope better with difficult situations and emotions.
• Laughter can boost your immune system. 
• Laughter can also increase your production of antibodies and immune cells, which can fight off infections and diseases. 
• Laughter can also decrease your levels of cortisol and other pesky stress hormones, which can weaken your immunity.
• Laughter can also enhance your mood. 
• Laughter can make you feel so much happier, much more optimistic, and more confident. 
• Laughter can also lesson your anxiety, depression, and loneliness. 
• Laughter can also increase your sense of humor and enjoyment.
• Laughter can improve your relationships. It is fun to laugh with others.
• Laughter can strengthen your bonds with your family, friends, and co-workers. Laughter can also help you to be able to communicate better, resolve conflicts, and build trust. 
• Laughter can attract new people to your world and make you more likable and friendly.
• Laughter can also stimulate your brain and improve your memory, learning, and creativity. 

So, as you can see, laughter is a great way to help you live a healthier and happier life. So, find something that makes you laugh and enjoy all of those benefits. You’ll be so glad that you did!

Teach your child to read

Reading!!

Reading is a wonderful activity that can benefit your child in so many different ways.

Here are some reasons why reading is so good for your child:

• Reading can greatly improve your child’s language skills.
• Reading helps your child discover lots of new words, grammar, and pronunciation.
• Reading can also help your child learn how to communicate effectively and express their thoughts and feelings better.
• Reading can enhance your child’s cognitive abilities.
• Reading stimulates your child’s brain and helps them develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity.
• Reading can also boost your child’s memory, concentration, and attention span.
• Reading can grow your child’s curiosity and imagination.
• Reading can introduce your child to different worlds, cultures, and perspectives.
• Reading can also spark your child’s interest in lots of different topics and inspire them to explore.
• Reading can support your child’s emotional and social development.
• Reading can help your child understand themselves and others better.
• Reading can also teach your child empathy, compassion, and respect.
• Reading can provide your child with entertainment.
• Reading can strengthen your child’s bond with you if you read the books together.
• Reading with your child can create a special time for you to share and connect.
• Reading can also encourage your child to ask questions, share their opinions, and listen to you while you are reading to your child.
• Reading can also help make your child feel loved.
• Reading can also be fun and enjoyable for both of you. So, go ahead and grab a book and start reading with your child today. You’ll be super glad you did.
• Reading can also take you to faraway places. Places you've never dreamed of. There is nothing like reading a good book to take you places you've never been. When you have time, get a good book, and take your child on an amazing journey.

As you can see, reading is definitely a great way to help your child grow and learn. May your day be magical!

Here are a few children's books that start with an M:

• My Daddy and I by P K Hallinan
• Maple and Willow together by Lori Nichols
• Mama Cat Has Three Kittens by Denise Fleming

Do you know any good books that start with the letter M?

Review of my book JOEY SAVES THE DAY!

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I am so thrilled that my beautiful niece Delilah who just happens to be a character in my new book, LOVES IT!! That Makes my heart so happy!!

The following words are from a post Delilah's Mommy wrote on Facebook......

A review from Destiny Katelynn:

"Safe to say “Joey saves the day at daycare” is Delilah’s new favorite book. She has already gotten her daddy to read it to her so many times. She is so happy to be one of the characters!!

This is a perfect book for little kids and a great read.

Lilah pointed to one of the pictures and said, “look mommy, she’s sad” and I asked her why? She tells me “Because she wants mommy”.

My aunt is the author of this book, and my 14-year-old cousin is the illustrator! I love how everything turned out. Make sure to get your copy now!"

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Brownie In A Mug

✷TASTY✷

Happy Sharing Saturday! Joey wants to share this kiss brownie in a mug recipe with you guys. It's a quick easy and tasty treat and probably not the healthiest, but it's a treat! You cook it in the microwave.

DO YOU HAVE A TASTY EASY RECIPE TO SHARE WITH US? LEAVE IT in the comments! 

Ingredients:

3 Tablespoons of flour

3 Tablespoons of sugar

1 1/2 Tablespoons of cocoa powder

A Dash of salt

1 1/2 Tablespoons of vegetable oil or butter

3 tablespoons of milk

1/2 teaspoon or less of vanilla extract

2 Hershey kisses

Directions:

Place the dry ingredients in first: flour, sugar, cocoa, and salt. Use a fork to mix it really well. Turn the mug slightly to see the bottom to make sure it is all mixed well. Next put the wet ingredients in: oil or butter, milk, and vanilla extract. Mix well, but don't over mix it. Turn mug slightly to make sure all ingredients on bottom are mixed. Drop two Hershey kisses in and Place the mug in the microwave for 97 seconds. You may have to adjust your time. My microwave has 950watts. So adjust time to fit your microwave. You can top it with whip cream or whatever you'd like.

Children get your parents or caretaker to make it for you, mug gets hot!! Children can mix the ingredients and you can teach them about the measurements. Never leave a child unattended while you are cooking!