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Did You Know?

What are Happy Tools in the Positive Mindset Challenge?
Happy Tools are simple techniques to help you feel better when you're having a tough day.
What record did Fehi Fineanganofo set during the Super Rugby season?
Fehi Fineanganofo scored 17 tries this season, setting a new record!
What is a fun way to learn about news stories?
You can take quizzes to test your knowledge about news stories!
What special pizza is being offered in Hungary?
A pizzeria in Budapest is serving a pizza inspired by ancient Roman food!
What type of bird was found with bird flu in New Zealand?
A brown skua was the first bird found with H5 bird flu in New Zealand!
How many people had to leave their homes due to the wildfires?
More than 80,000 people had to leave their homes because of the wildfires in Spain and France.
What unusual behavior is a parakeet displaying in Scotland?
The parakeet has been pecking at cars, causing damage!
How old was Charles Smith when he became a grandfather?
Charles Smith was 91 years and 209 days old when his granddaughter was born!

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Where might electronic plant tattoos be useful?
Scientists invented tiny electronic tattoos for plants to help tell when they are thirsty.
What colour was the robot Lightning?
The robot Lightning beat the human half-marathon world record by more than six minutes.
What is the height of the world's smallest arcade machine?
The world's smallest arcade machine is just 2.4 cm tall!
How long was Cookie Bear the face of Griffins biscuits?
Cookie Bear was the face of Griffins biscuits for over 57 years!
How many new astronauts did NASA announce?
NASA announced 10 new astronauts who may travel to the Moon or Mars!
How big is the giant sinkhole in Indonesia?
The sinkhole is about three hectares, which is the size of four football pitches!
What happened when a dog joined the Olympic ski race?
A dog ran onto the ski course and sprinted alongside the athletes, making everyone laugh!
What percentage of New Zealand is covered by Public Conservation land?
About 33% of New Zealand is covered by Public Conservation land, which is important for protecting nature and culture.
How long can bumblebee queens survive underwater?
Bumblebee queens can survive underwater for up to a week!
What special activities can kids enjoy at the film festival?
Kids can join in games, win prizes, and watch fun films!

Vocabulary

  • digital Relating to technology that uses computers or phones. A digital photo is taken with a camera or phone.
  • privacy Keeping personal information safe and private. We should protect our privacy when using social media.
  • optional Not required; you can choose to do it or not. Wearing a helmet while biking is optional, but it's safer.