Cooperative Living August 2023 - 27

KIDS KORNER
- and faraway worlds. And, you do not
even have to change out of your pj's.
As Dr. Seuss once said,
CALLING ALL
" Reading can take you places you
have never been before. "
So, find a cozy spot and start traveling.
AUGUST 27
JUST BECAUSE DAY
If you wish there was a day to do whatever your heart
desires (within reason and adult's approval), then look at
Aug. 27. This date is designated as a time to celebrate
doing something without any rhyme or reason, just
because you want to!
You could choose to do random things like
eating dessert before dinner, rearranging your
room, coloring your hair or staying up all night
playing computer games.
This day gives you a chance to bring some spontaneity
and freedom to your life.
It is also a good time to spread positivity with natural
acts of kindness, just because you want to. Give your
grandparents a call ... just because. Volunteer to do an extra
chore ... just because. Pick up trash someone else carelessly
dropped ... just because.
With any luck, sometime during the day someone will
question your actions with a puzzled look and ask, " But why? "
Then you can smile and casually tell them, " just because "
and make them aware of this unusual holiday.
LUNAR HAPPENINGS
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more celestial events for your viewing in 2023- two full
supermoons (Aug. 1 and Aug. 30).
The Aug. 30 moon is called a blue moon, meaning it is
the second full moon within a calendar month, but don't
expect it to look blue.
It is always fascinating to see the rising supermoon appear
brighter and larger than usual when its orbit brings it closer
to earth. Mark your calendar and don't miss it.
In the meantime, try this Many
Moons brain teaser. Howmany
crescent moons are in the diagram?
Howmany full moons?
It is hoped that the
suggested August celebrations
will bring such a happy ending
to your summer that you will simply cross over into autumn's
new adventures and never look back. 
SUPER SLEUTHS
Hay Seed and City Slicker know
of another important August day
to observe, especially when you return to
the classroom.
It is called Be An Angel Day on Aug.
22, but it can be celebrated ANY day.
Honoring this day is quite simple -
and you don't need wings and a halo! Just do good things for others.
That is all there is to it.
For example, you could offer to help a classmate struggling with
a math problem. Or, you could invite a shy student to eat lunch with
you. Or, if a classmate is going through a tough time, you could give
your support by letting them know you will be there for them.
Being someone's angel is not hard to do. It is all about being
kind, understanding and available.
There is a little angel hiding in this magazine, ready to spread
some goodness.
For a chance to win a $25 Amazon email gift card, do the
following:
1. Find the angel, giving the page number.
2. Describe how you could celebrate Be An Angel Day.
3. Give an example of someone who has been an angel to you.
Enter online at co-opliving.com/super-sleuth or send answers
with name, address and phone number to:
Cooperative Living Super Sleuth
P.O. Box 2340
Glen Allen, VA 23058-2340
Kids Korner submissions are for children under the age of 16.
JUNE ISSUE
SUPER SLEUTH
The June Super Sleuths was about staying safe during
inclement summer weather. For a chance to win a $25 Amazon
email gift card, kids were asked to find an image of Florida,
the state with the largest number of storm days per year, hidden
in the issue. They were also asked to provide the page number
and say whether or not they've ever visited the state, as well as
share how they will " play it safe " outdoors this summer.
The correct answers are:
* Florida, page 31
* Yes, I have visited Florida.
* " I will never be in or near
water during a thunderstorm.
I will seek shelter inside. "
Our winner is Titus.
Congratulations, Titus!
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