2021, 06, June Readers’ Issue

Raising Flying Flowers

Raising Flying Flowers

“Stacey, there are three caterpillars on the carrots,” Mom called from the garden. “Great!” I cheered. As soon as the backyard was all neatly mowed, I hastened to the carrot patch to fetch the plump...

What’s for Snack?

What’s for Snack?

Heat waves shimmered across the field. It was another warm day for southeastern United States. Everyone was seeking relief from the midday heat. Inside the house, I was finishing the dishes when I...

No Fish Tale

No Fish Tale

Spring was on the calendar and in the air. Bright sunshine, warm temperatures, and clear blue skies beckoned winter-weary children of all ages outdoors to enjoy God’s beautiful creation. River...

Go Watch Them!

Go Watch Them!

I really enjoy bird watching. About three years ago we lived in Cheyenne, Wyoming, right along the central major flyway. I was fascinated with the intriguing variety of species that came through our...

Coelacanth Conspiracy: Case Closed!

Coelacanth Conspiracy: Case Closed!

On the morning of December 23,1938, Marjorie Courtenay-Latimer was busy mounting a new exhibit for the museum where she served as curator in the port city of East London, South Africa. Her work was...

You Can Draw a Canada Goose

You Can Draw a Canada Goose

SCRATCHBOARD ART DEADLINE NOTE: We are stretching out this deadline one month so you can buy scratchboard and tool, if you need to. Submit by August 15. Go to June 2021 to download

Hide and Seek in an Orchard

Hide and Seek in an Orchard

Rosene sang as she pinned diapers on the wash line. It was such a beautiful June morning. Dew sparkled on the grass blades, and birds were singing. It was good to be alive and healthy. She smiled...