Table of contents for Issue 341 - January 2024 in MiniMag

Welcome to the exciting journey that is the new year of 2024! As we leap into this Year of Camelids, let us emulate these resilient creatures, learning from their adaptability and endurance. Just like the animals aboard Noah’s Ark in the upcoming movie, we too can overcome challenges and thrive amidst change. With the help of our environmental calendar, let’s explore the wonders of our world and celebrate nature’s splendour each month. From planting trees in spring to conserving water in summer, we’ll embark on a mission to protect our planet together. But wait, there’s more! Alongside our environmental crusade, let’s embrace the joy of learning through fun-filled activities. So, let’s jump for joy as we step into 2024 with open hearts, eager minds and a pledge to make this world…

What are camelids? Camelids are a family of animals that are known for their incredible adaptations to various environments. They are native to different parts of the world, and each species has its own unique characteristics. Camels, for example, are well-suited for arid deserts, while llamas, alpacas, vicuñas and guanacos thrive in the high mountains of South America. These animals are known for their strength, resilience and the valuable resources they provide. Camelids and people Camelids have played a vital role in human history and have been our companions for many purposes. They have helped us in transportation, carrying heavy loads across deserts and mountains. Camels, for instance, are often called “ships of the desert” because of their ability to travel long distances in harsh conditions. In South America, llamas…

Playgrounds are like treasure islands for you, your pets and parents! These wonderful places are filled with swings, slides, seesaws and much more fun stuff to play on. Find the TIGER in the picture Find these hidden objects WORDSEARCH Find and circle the words from the wordbank in the grid. Look for them in all directions including backwards! WORDBANK: BALL, BENCH, GRASS, EXERCISE, FRIENDS, GAMES, JUMP, RUN, MERRY-GO-ROUND, PICNIC, LADDER, SANDBOX, SWING, SEESAW, SKIP, SLIDE, CLIMB, DOG, BIRDS A place to meet new friends Playgrounds are magical spaces where imaginations soar and friendships bloom. Pets wag their tails with joy, running around freely, making new furry friends and getting their paws moving. But wait, it’s not just for you and your pets! Parents, too, find these parks amazing because it’s…

The dinosaur era A long, long time ago, when dinosaurs roamed the Earth, some extraordinary events took place. Massive asteroids collided with our planet, causing a great disturbance. Unfortunately, many dinosaurs could not survive these dramatic changes. But guess what? Some clever and adaptable creatures, like birds and small mammals, managed to weather the storm and continue their story! Ice Age adventures Fast forward to the Ice Age – a frosty period where giant glaciers covered the land. Many creatures faced chilly challenges, but the resilient mammoths, sabre-toothed cats, and other cool critters adapted to the freezing conditions. Thanks to their thick fur coats and sturdy builds, they thrived in this icy adventure! Noah’s Ark and the flood Now, let’s talk about a legendary tale you might have heard before…

Monday 15 January 2024 Weekdays at 4:00 pm For kids ages 6 to 11, Cyberchase inspires children to approach math and environmental science with enthusiasm, confidence, and a “can-do” attitude. Three diverse kids and their cyberpal, Digit, make up the CyberSquad. Their goal? Stop the dastardly Hacker and save Cyberspace. Embarking on epic adventures, the CyberSquad uses brainpower, math skills and environmental science to save the day. SEASON 11 OVERVIEW Join Jackie, Matt and Inez in Cyberspace! Creech invites the CyberSquad to Tikiville to show off the new bike path that has everyone biking instead of driving cars. Then, it’s a special night in for the Cybersquad. Motherboard invited them to a slumber party in the newly renovated Control Central! Plus, Digit’s friend Pearl says her town is in trouble,…

Happy World Environmental Education Day on 26 January! What’s all the buzz about? Ever wondered what the fuss is about when people talk about the environment? Well, our environment is everything around us – the air we breathe, the water we drink, the animals and plants, and even the places we call home. It’s like a giant puzzle, and we’re all important pieces. The marvels of nature Our world is home to incredible ecosystems, like lush rainforests, vast oceans and towering mountains. From colourful coral reefs to dense jungles, these places are like nature’s treasure chests. Each animal and plant has a role to play in keeping our world balanced and beautiful. Tricky troublemakers There are some tricky challenges we need to tackle: • CLIMATE CHANGE: Earth is getting a…

Where magic happens with every click! Minecraft The ultimate creativity playground Minecraft is like a virtual Lego wonderland where you can build anything your heart desires! From towering castles to secret underground lairs, this game lets your creativity run wild. Did you know that Minecraft has over 91 million monthly players? That’s a whole lot of block-building fun! Animal Crossing New Horizons – Island Paradise Adventure In Animal Crossing: New Horizons, you get to create your very own island paradise. From fishing and bug catching to designing your dream home, this game is a relaxing escape into a cute and charming world. Over 34 million players have joined the animal village community! Roblox: Where imagination takes flight Roblox is a virtual universe where you can create and play games made…

JANUARY 1 New Year’s Day 4 WORLD BRAILLE DAY World Braille Day is a reminder of the importance of accessibility and independence for those who are blind or visually-impaired. 11 International “Thank-You” Day 15 World Religion Day 20 Penguin Awareness Day 24 International Day of Education 26 WORLD ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION DAY World Environmental Education Day is dedicated to showing children how they can take care of our Earth through recycling, saving energy and water, no littering and fighting climate change! 31 Inspire Your Heart with Art Day 31 International Zebra Day The UN has designated 2024 as the International Year of Camelids. Camels, llamas, alpacas, vicuñas and guanacos are an important source of livelihood for millions of families – most of them pastoralists – in dryland and mountainous rangeland ecosystems…

Metaphors are like secret codes in the language of imagination. They help us compare two things that may not seem related at first, making our words more colourful and exciting. Think of them as magical bridges that connect two different ideas. In this world of wonder, we are going to explore metaphors, and to make it even more fun, we’ll use penguins as our guiding stars! In Antarctica, there are special birds called “seabirds” that live and thrive in this icy and cold place. These birds are super tough and amazing! Some famous birds you might find in Antarctica are penguins, albatrosses and petrels. Penguins are flightless but are the most famous. Penguins, the black and white tuxedo-clad wanderers of the ice, are like nature’s sleek ninjas. They waddle through…

This list was made by: THE UNITED NATIONS an International Organisation that counts virtually every country in the world as a member! The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are a set of targets relating to future international development. They are created by the United Nations and promoted as the Global Goals for Sustainable Development. They replaced the Millennium Development Goals that expired at the end of 2015. The SGDs run from 2015 to 2030. There are 17 goals and 169 specific targets for those goals. Each month MiniMag will feature another Sustainable Development Goal!…