Facts about the ocean

Ocean Facts

Do you like Trivia and learning? Learning is good for you, and trivia is fun!!

Do you know what the largest ocean in the world is?

Did you know that there is only one ocean? The Global Ocean is a vast, continuous body of salt water. The Global Ocean is divided into five basins/oceans: The Arctic, Atlantic, Indian, Pacific, and Southern Oceans. The Ocean covers more than 70% of the earth’s surface. Did you know that only about 5% of the world’s oceans have been explored because of how vast our ocean is?

 

Facts about the oceans:

1. There are volcanoes and mountains on the ocean floor.

2. The most giant animal in the ocean is the Blue Whale.

3. The Mid Ocean Ridge is the largest chain of underwater mountains.

4. Scientists estimate that at least 50% to 70% of Earth's oxygen production is from the ocean.

5. Over 220,000 different species of living creatures live in the ocean, and millions more have yet to be discovered or studied.

6. The Arctic Ocean is the smallest of the five oceans, while the Pacific Ocean is the biggest.

7. The ocean is so deep that, in many places, light can’t reach the bottom. The sea is always in motion.

8. The Great Barrier Reef is one of the largest structures on Earth. It is located in the Coral Sea, which is in the Pacific Ocean. It is one of the 7 Natural Wonders of the Earth. It is the world’s largest coral reef system. It is located off the coast of Queensland, Australia.

9. The ocean has about 5.25 trillion pieces of plastic waste. Please don’t litter or pollute on the beaches. Help keep them clean for our future generation!

 

Can you share a fact about oceans with us?

 

Books about the oceans:

1. Explore Earth's Five Oceans by Bobbie Kalman

2. Ocean Anatomy: by Julia Rothman

3. The Fascinating Ocean Book for Kids: by Bethanie Hestermann

4. All the Way to the Ocean by Joel Harper

Parents ensure books are child-friendly before reading them to their child/children.

 

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Basic operations of Addition

May your day be filled with no problems, but if there is a problem, may you find the solution!

 

There are four basic operations of arithmetic: 

• addition 
• subtraction 
• multiplication 
• division

Addition is adding two or more numbers together to find the total sum of the numbers. 

Facts about Fire Safety

Fire Safety Facts 

Let me share some fire safety tips and a little history about firefighters!!  

The first evidence of firefighting equipment dates back to a portable water pump in ancient Egypt. The first organized fire service that we know of began over 2000 years ago in Rome under the rule of Augustus Caesar. Benjamin Franklin created the first volunteer fire company, known as the Union Fire Company, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in 1736. Now, we have fire stations everywhere, thanks to our ancestors. Firefighters work hard and risk their lives daily to protect us from the dangers of fire. Fires are dangerous and can be deadly. Never ever play with fire, matches, or lighters.

 

Fire safety rules:

1. Ensure you have smoke detectors on every level of your home. Ensure a smoke detector is in every bedroom and right outside sleeping areas. You can put smoke detectors in the living room, family room, dining room, hallway, basement, and attic. Do not put detectors near windows, fans, or sliding glass doors.

2. Test smoke detectors monthly to ensure they are correctly working!

3. Create and discuss a fire escape plan with all family members. Practice the plan at least twice a year. Practice ways to get out if a fire occurs in your home. Include in your fire escape plan a meeting spot outside of your home in a safe area where all members of the household can meet.

4. If there is a fire in your home, GET OUT and STAY OUT. If your house is filled with smoke (poisonous), GET DOWN LOW and CRAWL outside! When you are outside in a safe area away from the fire, call 911 for help.

There are more fire safety rules all over the internet. Please Google them and share them with your child/children.

 

Can you share a fire safety tip with us?

 

Books about fire safety:

1. Plan and Prepare! (Fire Safety) by Charles Ghigna

2. Firefighters Help (Our Community Helpers) by Dee Ready

3. Stop, Drop, and Roll! (Fire Safety) by Charles Ghigna

4. Let's Meet a Firefighter by Gina Bellisario

Parents, please be sure books are child-friendly before reading them to your child/children.

 

Facts about kites

First, I want to say a big thank you to all the Veterans out there. Thank you for your service, your sacrifices, and your freedom!

Last week, we dedicated our time to expressing gratitude for items and experiences beginning with the letter J. This week, we encourage everyone to share something they are thankful for that starts with the letter K. Your contributions can enrich our collective spirit of appreciation and reflection. Let’s celebrate what brings us joy and positivity!

I'm grateful for Kites. What are you thankful for that begins with the letter K?

🪁 Catching the Wind: The High-Flying Story of Kites

Facts about Wolves

Wolf Facts

Let me share a little information about wolves with you! Did you know that wolves are the most prominent members of the dog family? Wolves vary in size depending on the type of wolf. Their height from nose-to-tail can be up to 6 feet long. They can weigh as much as 170 pounds. There are about 37 different types of wolves. Gray wolves are the largest of the wolves.

 

Facts about wolves:

1. Wolves communicate with other wolves by using their eyes, ears, tails, and facial expressions. They also bark, growl, howl, and whimper.

2. Adult wolves have 42 teeth.

3. Wolves behave like families in a group called pacts. The pact usually consists of one female adult wolf and one male adult wolf and their offspring of different ages.

4. The family/pact of wolves live in a den when the pups are born. Baby wolves are called pups. The pups weigh about 1 pound at birth. Wolf pups are usually born in the spring. All family members of the pact help care for the pups.

5. The Arabian gray wolf is the most minor type of all the different types of wolves.

6. Wolves can run, on average, about 38 miles per hour for short bursts.

7. Wolves' paws are large and have a small layer of webbing between their toes, which means they can swim quite well and walk on snow without sinking. Wolves have four toes on their back feet and five on their front feet. The fifth toe on the front foot is known as the dewclaw; not all wolves have dewclaws.

8. Wolves are carnivores, which means they eat mostly meat. They will eat vegetables but only rarely.

What is your favorite kind of wolf or dog?

 

Books and movies about wolves:

1. Wolves Of North America by Speedy Publishing LLC

2. Watch Wolf by Kathryn Lasky

3. Wolves by Gail Gibbons

4. Den of Wolves by Jordan Quinn

5. The Legend of Wolf Mountain (DVD)

6. Peter and the Wolf (DVD)

7. Balto (DVD)

8. Alpha & Omega (DVD)

Parents, please make sure books and movies are child-friendly before reading or watching them with your child/children.

 

 

I hope you enjoyed learning about wolves.

Facts about Teeth

Teeth Facts

Did you know babies are born with 20 teeth already developed in their jaw? They just take a little while to erupt through the gum line. Babies will, on average, get their first tooth around four to six months of age. Some will get their first tooth sooner, and some will get it later! Some babies are born with teeth, also known as natal teeth, already in their mouth. Your baby teeth start to fall out on average between the ages of 5 and 7; by the time you are 13, you should have lost all your baby teeth. All baby teeth are replaced by adult teeth. By the time you reach adulthood, you will have 32 teeth. It is essential to keep your teeth brushed! Brush them at least twice a day!! Brushing your teeth helps to remove plaque from your teeth! Plaque is a sticky film that is formed on your teeth, and if it isn’t removed, it will turn into tarter, which can damage your teeth if not taken care of properly. Be sure to see your dentist at least twice yearly for cleanings so your teeth can stay healthy.

 

Facts about teeth:

1. No two people have teeth that are exactly alike! Your teeth are unique, just like your fingerprints.

2. Tooth enamel is the hardest part of your body. It is even stronger than your bones! It is made of calcium and phosphate mineral crystals!

3. Your teeth are used to cut, tear, and chew your food.

4. Humans only have two sets of teeth; adult teeth and baby teeth! Teeth can’t repair themselves. So, take good care of your adult teeth when you get them!

5. There are five types of teeth: incisors, canines, premolars, molars, and third molars. Teeth on the upper jaw are referred to as maxillary, and teeth on the bottom jaw are referred to as mandibular.

6. In 1780, The first mass-produced toothbrush was invented by William Addis of England.

7. You will spend about 38 days brushing your teeth during your lifetime.

8. Don’t skip flossing! If you don’t floss your teeth, you may miss about 40% of the tooth's surface. So, floss all your teeth regularly.  

Can you share a fact about teeth with us? 

 

Books about teeth:

1. The Tooth Book: by Edward Miller

2. All about Teeth by Mari Schuh

3. Tooth Fairy Trouble by Marty Kelley

4. Why We Go to the Dentist by Rosalyn Clark

5. Daniel Goes to the Dentist by Alexandra Schwartz

6. Going to the Dentist by Anne Civardi

Parents, please ensure books are child-friendly before reading them to your child/children.

Here is a link to my YouTube Video about brushing your teeth and the song: Click here

Here is a song you can sing while brushing your teeth!

Brush, brush, brush your teeth!

Brush them every day!

Tartar, plaque, and stains must be brushed away.

 

Brush, brush, brush your teeth!

Brush them at least twice a day!

Tartar, plaque, and stains must be brushed away.

 

Brush, brush, brush your teeth!

Brush 'em here and brush 'em there!

Brush them every day!

Tartar, plaque, and stains must be brushed away.

 

And don’t forget to floss!

 

Floss, floss, floss your teeth!

Floss them every day!

Tartar, plaque, and stains must be brushed and flossed away.

 By Mimi Jones 05/26/2022

Facts about Lions

Lion Facts

Have you ever seen the movie The Lion King? It is an animated movie about lions.

Joey would like to tell you a little about the Lions! Did you know that female lions do almost all of the hunting? Yep, they take care of their pride. A Pride is a group of lions. A pride can consist of four adult male lions, several adult female lions, and their cubs. The lionesses hunt for food, bringing it back to their pride, and the male lions eat first. Sometimes, the male lion lets the cubs join in and eat with them. The female lions eat last.

What is your favorite animated movie?

 

Facts about lions:

1. Lions have superb hunting skills.

2. Lions communicate with each other by using sounds like roars, growls, and grunts.

3. Lions don’t need to drink every day but must eat every day. Adult female lions eat around 10 or more pounds of meat a day. Adult male lions eat about 16 pounds or more of meat a day. Lion cubs eat milk from their moms until they are around 3 months old.

4. Lions are the second largest cats on earth.

5. Lions can climb trees if they have to!

6. Lions originated from Eastern and Southern Africa.

7. A baby lion is called a cub, whelp, or lionet. A female lion is called a lioness, and a male lion is called a lion. One male lion is the pride lion, and he is the king of the pride.

8. Wild lions can live up to 15 years, and lions in captivity can live up to 25 years.

9. A lion can run as fast as 50 mph! That is fast, but they can only run fast for short periods. They can leap as high as 36 feet.

 

Can you share a fact about the Lions with us?

Books and Movies about lions:

1. The Great Book About Lions for Kids by G. Guarita

2. The Lion's Share by Matthew McElligott

3. Little Lion Rescue by Rachel Delahaye

4. African Lions by Joelle Riley

5. Disney’s The Lion King movie

6. Mia and the White Lion

7. Madagascar

8. Lion of Oz

Parents, please ensure all books and movies are child-friendly before reading or watching them to/with your child/children.