Facts about Rainbows

Last week, we emphasized the importance of expressing gratitude, specifically for items and experiences that begin with the letter Q. Today, we encourage you to share something you are thankful for that starts with the letter R. Your contributions not only promote a positive mindset but also enhance our collective spirit of appreciation and reflection.

Rainbows are often appreciated for their beauty and the symbolism of hope and diversity they represent. They serve as a reminder of the wonders of nature and the positive emotions they can evoke. What are some things you are thankful for that also begin with the letter R?

🌈 Bend It Like a Rainbow: 8+ Colorful Facts About Nature’s Sky Art

They arch across the sky like magical bridges, appear after storms like shimmering smiles, and spark myths and music across the world. But did you know that rainbows are full of scientific sparkle and surprise?

Let’s chase this optical wonder through history, weather, and whimsy!

☀️ 1. Rainbows Are Made of Light and Water

Rainbows happen when sunlight hits raindrops and bends (or refracts), reflects inside the drop, and then exits like a beam split into colors. It’s like nature’s prism party in the sky!

Facts about Penguins

 Penguin Facts

Do you like penguins? Today, we are going to learn about penguins! A penguin is an aquatic flightless seabird. Did you know that penguins love to swim? Yep, they love the water! Penguins do almost everything in groups, including swimming together! Penguins are very social and intelligent creatures. A group of penguins are boisterous and chaotic when they are all together. A group of penguins swimming in the water together is called a raft. They eat, hunt, swim, and even nest together. They huddle together when it gets really cold so they can stay warm. If you ever see penguins, do not approach them. Just watch them waddle and play from a safe distance! Never approach any wild animal.

 

Have you ever seen a group of penguins?

 

Facts about penguins:

1. Even though penguins have wings, they can’t fly through the air, but they are great swimmers! Penguins fly through the water, not the air!! Penguins can swim four times faster than humans can. They can stay underwater for up to 27 minutes.

2. There are 18 different species of penguins. Here is a list of the 18 species of penguins in alphabetical order:

• Adelie Penguin
• African Penguin
• Chinstrap Penguin
• Emperor Penguin – the largest species of penguin.
• Erect-crested Penguin
• Fiordland Penguin
• Galapagos Penguin
• Gentoo Penguin – fastest penguin in the water.
• Humboldt Penguin
• King Penguin
• Little Penguin – the smallest species of penguin.
• Macaroni Penguin
• Magellanic Penguin
• Northern Rockhopper Penguin
• Royal Penguin 14
• Snares Penguin
• Southern Rockhopper Penguin
• Yellow-eyed Penguin

3. A group of penguins on land is called a waddle, tuxedo, or colony. A group of penguins in the water is called a raft!

4. Baby penguins are called chicks or nestlings. Baby penguins are grey and white in color until they reach adulthood.  Their black and white feather coloring starts coming in when they are about one year old. Adult penguins shed their feathers once a year in a process called Catastrophic molt. During the molting, the penguin’s old feathers are pushed out so new ones can grow back in.

5. Penguins are carnivores! They only eat meat. Their diet consists of fish, squid, and tiny crustaceans.

6. Penguins originate from only the Southern Hemisphere. Depending on the type of penguin, they can live in Antarctica, Australia, Argentina, Falkland Islands, Galapagos Islands, Tristan da Cunha, New Zealand, and various other places in the Southern Hemisphere!!

 

Books about penguins:

1. Penguins: Amazing Pictures & Fun Facts by Kay de Silva

2. If You Were a Penguin by Florence Minor

3. All About Penguins: by Dyan deNapoli

4. Peanut the Penguin by Aruna Lepore

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

 

 

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Facts about Tigers

Tiger Facts

Did you know Tigers are the most significant type of wildcat? They can grow four feet tall and weigh 200 to 680 pounds! Tigers are substantial and fast when running!! The Bengal tiger is the most common type of tiger. There are around ten different types of tigers. The biggest of the tigers is the Siberian (Amur) tiger.

First, can you answer this trivia question?

Time for some trivia!

Do you know which family tigers belong to? 

A.) Canidae B.) Ursidae C.) Felidae D.) Muridae

If you know the answer, please leave it in the comments

 

Continue reading to find out more about tigers.

Facts about tigers:

1. In the wild, tigers live 10 to 15 years. In captivity, tigers can live up to 25 years.

2. Did you know that a tiger can’t purr like a cat can? A tiger can roar, though, and the tiger’s roar can be heard from up to 2 miles away!

3. Tigers can run 30-40 mph for a short time.

4. Tigers love to swim! They like to go swimming and don’t mind getting wet.

5. Just like human fingerprints, each tiger’s stripes are unique!

6. Tigers' fur isn’t the only thing that’s striped; their skin is striped, too! They are the only species of cat to have stripes on their skin!

7. On average, tigers eat about 10-25 pounds of prey daily! They can consume up to 80 or more pounds in one feeding.

8. Tigers are mostly nocturnal, which means they are most active at night. They have excellent eyesight and can see well in the dark!

9. A group of tigers is called a streak of tigers. A baby tiger is called a cub. A female tiger is called a tigress, and a male tiger is called a tiger.

 

Do you know any facts about tigers that you can share with us?

 

Books about tigers:

1. Amazing Animals: Tigers by Valerie Bodden

2. National Geographic Readers: Tigers by Laura Marsh

3. The Great Book About Tigers for Kids by G. Guarita

4. The Jungle Book by Rudyard Kipling

5. Tigers Can't Purr!: And Other Amazing Facts Thea Feldman

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

 

 

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Days of the week facts

Week Facts

Where did the seven (7) days of the week come from? Around the 6^th century B.C., the seven days of the week came from the ancient Babylonians. The ancient Babylonians divided their year into weeks. The ancient Babylonians named the days of the week after the sun, moon, and planets. Many cultures have changed the days of the week names many times leading up to our Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday week names.

 

What is your favorite day of the week?

 

Facts about the seven (7) days of the week:

1. The days of the week in biblical times were day 1, day 2, day 3, day 4, day 5, day 6, and day 7. The seventh day is the Sabbath, a day of rest!

2. The Romans associated the days of the week with the moon, sun, and planets:

• First day of the week. Day one (1) Moon (Monday)
• Second day of the week. Day two (2) Mars (Tuesday)
• Third day of the week. Day three (3) Mercury (Wednesday)
• Fourth day of the week. Day four (4) Jupiter (Thursday)
• Fifth day of the week. Day five (5) Venus (Friday)
• Sixth day of the week. Day six (6) Saturn (Saturday)
• Seventh day of the week. Day seven (7) Sun (Sunday)

3. There are seven (7) days in a week. There are fifty-two (52) weeks in a year. Twenty-four (24) hours in a day. There are one-hundred and sixty-eight (168) hours in a week. How many minutes are there in a week?

4. Every year has fifty-two (52) Mondays unless the year starts on a Monday, in which case it will have fifty-three (53) Mondays. If a leap year starts on a Sunday or Monday, there will be fifty-three (53) Mondays in that year. Some Months have four (4) Mondays, and other months have five (5) Mondays, depending on which day the month starts on.

5. Here are the abbreviations for the days of the week:

• Sunday – Sun.
• Monday – Mon.
• Tuesday – Tue. or Tues.
• Wednesday – Wed.
• Thursday – Thu., Thur., or Thurs.
• Friday – Fri.
• Saturday – Sat.

6. The year 2022 will start and end on a Saturday! Christmas Eve will be on a Saturday in 2022. Saturday is a good day, and it is part of the weekend. Did you know that weekend stands for the end of the week? The end of the week is Saturday and Sunday.

 

Share a fact about the days of the week with us?

 

Books about the days of the week:

1. Days of the Week Kindergarten Workbook by Key Fleming

2. Days of The Week Learning For Kids: by R. Rose

3. Lacy Littleton's Busy Week: Days of the Week by Mrs. Sandra Santini

4. A Second, a Minute, a Week with Days in It: by Brian Cleary

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

 

 

 

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Merry Christmas From JOEY SAVES THE DAY!!

  Merry Christmas!!! 

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Did all your Christmas wishes come true?

Facts about Quarters

Last week, we spent time reflecting on the things in our lives we are grateful for, especially those that start with the letter P. Today, we warmly invite you to join us again in this uplifting practice. Think of something that begins with the letter Q that brings you joy or comfort. Sharing our gratitude can create a lovely sense of community and support, and your contributions can truly inspire others. Thank you for being part of this journey of appreciation and reflection.

I feel a deep sense of gratitude for Quarters. In this spirit, I invite you to share something you’re grateful for that starts with the letter Q. What brings you joy or comfort?

🪙 A Quarter to Discover: 8+ Fun Facts About the Mighty 25-Cent Coin

They jingle in your pocket, roll under the couch, and star in vending machine drama. But quarters aren’t just coin-shaped conveniences; they’re miniature history lessons, artwork displays, and math puzzles all in one!

Let’s zoom in on the 25-cent star of U.S. currency!

🏛️ 1. Quarters Were First Minted in 1796

The U.S. Mint began making quarters over 200 years ago, and the earliest versions featured Lady Liberty, no presidents in sight! Today, most quarters showcase George Washington, the first U.S. president.

🔄 2. Quarters Used to Be Made of Silver

Before 1965, quarters were 90% silver. However, silver became too expensive, so the Mint switched to a mixture of copper and nickel. If you find an old silver one—cha-ching-it might be worth more than 25 cents!

Facts about Holly

 Holly Facts

Did you know that decorating with holly during winter goes back to the Druids and Ancient Romans? Yes, that is correct. Have you heard the song Deck the Halls? Well, holly has always been associated with bringing good luck! The Druids believed that if they cut boughs of holly and hung them in their houses during the winter, it would bring them good luck. The Ancient Romans decorated their homes with holly wreaths during the celebration of the Saturnalia festivals. Holly also symbolizes the crown of thorns placed on Jesus’s head. 

Do you use holly to decorate your home during Christmas/winter?

 

Facts about Holly:

1. There are just over 475 evergreen varieties of holly, which include plants, trees, and shrubs. They do not shed their leaves. They do, however, shed old, damaged leaves throughout the year. Holly grows in many places throughout the world.