Harvest Party

Touching The Sky

Read the article entitled "Touching The Sky" on page 4 of your Scholastic News.  Find the meaning of the words below:

recruited:

heritage:

What are the workers building in this article?

Age Limits on Trick-or-Treating?

Teens who trick-or-treat in some cities may get more than candy.  They could in trouble with the law!  Several cities in Virgina, Illinois, and other states, now ban kids older than 12 from trick-or-treating.  Violators face fines up to $100, though they are usually given a warning instead.  The ban in Belleville, Illinois, was put in to place because many residents were scared by tall teens in masks showing up at their doors.  Supporters of such laws say only young kids should trick-or-treat.  But many people say "Boo!" to setting age limits.  They say trick-or-treating is a fun, harmless activitiy for kids of all ages.  What do YOU think?

~ Scholastic News

A Hair-Raising Feat

On page 2 in your Scholastic Newspaper, it shows a picture of a man named Kazuhiro Watanabe.  What is he recognized for in the Guiness Book of World Records?  What would you choose to be in this book for? 

Sticky Situation

It's Erika's birthday and her parents want to take her out to dinner.  They tell Erika that she can invite a friend to join them.  But Erika has two best friends, Mary and Bridget.  Erika can't decide what to do.  She doesn't want to hurt the feelings of the friend she doesn't choose.  What should Erika do?
~ Scholastic News 10.22.12 edition

Ban Supersized Soft Drinks?

In this week's cover story, you read that New York City recently banned the sale of supersized soft drinks in restaurants, movie theaters, and sports arenas.  City health officials say that extra large drinks are a big reason more than half of New Yorkers are overweight.  They argue that the ban will raise awareness about making healthier food decisions.  Opponents of the ban say it's wrong to single out sugary soft drinks when many foods also contribute to weight gain.  They believe people should be able to make their own choices and that simply telling people what they can't have won't make them any healthier.  What do YOU think?

~ Scholastic News

Sticky Situation

Paul is playing a video game at his friend Jordan's house.  Jordan gets excited after finishing a difficult level and accidentally knocks over his glass of soda.  It spills all over the white carpet!  Jordan gets worried when he hears his mom coming up the stairs and begs Paul to take the blame.  What should Paul do?

~ 10.08.12 Scholastic News