Small but mighty Super Ranger Emma
Say hello to Super Ranger Emma! This 4-year-old might be small, but she’s super mighty! She has already done SO much for the planet and there’s no sign of her slowing down!
Emma and her family recycle and use reusable bags. They also save energy at home, and plant trees and flowers EVERY summer to help the bees and butterflies.
But the first time Emma REALLY felt like she needed to protect the planet was a time when she was in the car with her mom. She noticed black smoke coming out of a big building. She asked her mom what it was and learned that it was pollution! She wanted to know more so she started asking tons of questions (which is an awesome way to learn).
Emma then had a “Save the Planet” birthday party. She wanted to inspire her friends to help the planet too. She even gave out flower seeds so her friends could plant their own pollinator gardens. Now THAT’S an awesome loot-bag!
Emma then learned about Earth Rangers from her mom. She quickly joined up and has been hard at work ever since. “I like helping animals and I want our planet to have better days ahead. My favourite part of nature is helping it grow,” says Emma.
Emma has completed FIVE Missions so far (WOW) and is still going! She plans to tackle the Food Waste Warrior Mission next. She’s asked her whole family to join in, even her cousins! But she hasn’t stopped at Missions. She’s also adopted FOUR animals! She’s helped the great horned owl, polar bear, arctic fox, and the Western bumblebee. Way to go, small but mighty Earth Ranger Emma!
Fry Bread
Today is National Indigenous Peoples Day! It’s a day to celebrate the cultural richness and contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Metis people!
Anyone hungry? We have a simple food staple for you to try: fry bread! Never heard of it? It’s usually called “Bannock”! Indigenous communities across Turtle Island (or North America as you might know it) each have their own take. Some use berries, others wild plants, wild rice. Try out this recipe adapted from a traditional Blackfoot recipe.
Here’s how you make it:
1. In a large bowl, stir together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
2. Slowly add the water – juuust enough to get everything wet – while mixing it into a big ball of dough.
3. Turn it out onto a floured surface and knead for a minute or two, then split the dough into round discs – about the size and shape of a hockey puck!
4. Fry it in an oiled pan for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
Cut up your fry bread while it’s still warm and serve with your favourite jam or wild berries. Enjoy!
We want to see your Fry Bread! Share it with us on social media or send a photo to
membership@earthrangers.com!
Celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day!
Did you know that June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day? It’s a day to celebrate the cultural richness and contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Metis people! But how much do you know? Let’s put your knowledge to the test!
Source: https://www.rcaanc-cirnac.gc.ca/DAM/DAM-CIRNAC-RCAANC/DAM-PPLCOM/STAGING/texte-text/nIPD_activity_guide_2018_1528380426091_eng.pdf
How did you do? Let us know your score in the comments!
Have you accepted the Greenspace Guardians Mission yet? You’ll learn all about the Indigenous Guardians and how to help protect your favourite greenspace! Look for it in the Mission section in the app!
Caption This: What are these Owls Thinking?
We need your help! These animals are trying to tell us something but we can’t figure it out! Do you know what these owls are thinking?
Post your ideas in the comment section below.
Pixel Puzzler #15: The Great Reveal
We’ve gotten tons of great guesses on Part 1 of this Pixel Puzzler, and now it’s time for the answer. Are you ready for the great reveal? Find out if you got it right!
The answer to this Pixel Puzzler is (drum roll please) a hyena! How did you do? Tell us in the comments!
Masters of Hide-and-Seek
Did you know that black-capped chickadees are masters of hide-and-seek? That’s right, these little flying friends like to find special places to stash their food for later! They have a good memory too – they can remember THOUSANDS of their old hiding spots!
Now if only I could remember where I put my hairbrush…
You can help birds like black-capped chickadees by accepting the For the Birds Mission and building your own bird feeder! Look for it in the Mission section in the app!
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Make a Bee Hotel
Where do bees go on vacation? The bee-ch! It’s pollinator season, and our hardworking friends have been keeping busy. After a big day of pollinating far and wide, they’ll need a place to relax… so why not treat them to something special? For today’s Eco-Activity, we’re making a bee hotel!
For today’s Eco-Activity, we’re creating a mini nature reserve for all those helpful creepy crawlers living in your yard, on your balcony, or outside your building.
Check on the dish daily to make sure the water stays full and clean.
1. Prepare your container
• Make sure your container is clean and dry.
• If it has a lid or spout, ask an adult to help cut off the top part.
• Decorate the outside of your container. You could paint it, cover it in construction paper and stickers… anything you’d like!
2. Craft the bee tubes
• Cut your paper into strips that are as wide as your container is deep, and long enough to wrap around your pencil at least 5 times.
• Wrap one paper around your pencil to make a tube. You can use some tape to help it keep its shape. When you take it off the pencil, it should look like a big, thick straw.
• Continue to make tubes until you can fill most of your container with them.
3. Make your bee hotel
• Place the tubes inside your hotel. If you don’t have enough tubes to fill it, you can place twigs in any empty spaces.
• Cut two pieces of string. They should each be long enough to wrap around your hotel twice, with enough left over for you to tie around a branch.
• Wrap and tie one of your strings around the top of your hotel. Do the same with the second one at the bottom. You can add a little glue if you want to make them extra secure.
• Find a nice sunny place for your hotel. Hang it up horizontally so the opening is facing you.
Now, you wait for bee visitors. You might get a few special guests before you know it!
We want to see your Bee Hotel! Share it with us on social media or send a photo to
membership@earthrangers.com!
Would You Rather #18
Would you rather have…
Amazing hearing like a bat or a fantastic sense of smell like an elephant?
Tell us which one you pick in the comments!
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Pixel Puzzler #15: Part 1
Let’s put your identification skills to the test! Can you figure out what is hidden in this picture? Make your guess in the comments.
