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Surreal Light submitted by: Thing3

Bunny watercolor submitted by: Maya V., Age 8, Los Altos, California

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Talk Back

I love your latest magazine! Click a Pic is just so awesome, I can’t wait till next week! <3 <3

-1DJB123

Why did they stop making copies of KidzEra?

-Penguin Buddy4903

My old middle school only ever got two mags. High schools don’t get this at all, do they?

-Katrey_kappaHi, thanks for your questions!

Unfortunately, KidzEra is no longer being printed. Because of the cost of printing, we’ve had to convert the magazine to a digital format only. We’re working hard to make the website and the digital magazine AWESOME, so please continue to give us your valuable feedback to make KidzEra an arts and social resource that everybody can enjoy!

-The KidzEra Team

Summertime!2012

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Summertime!2012

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Howdly doodly everybody!

You may have heard about all the FIRES we’ve been having in the areas near KidzEra HQ. It’s been more than a little hot! We’re about ready for something refreshing—how about YOU?! What’s it like where you are?

NEWSFLASH!!! The T-design project is coming back FOR A LIMITED TIME in the next few weeks. Stay tuned on KidzEra.com to learn more! We can’t WAIT to make more awesome t-shirts with your designs and have them for sale in our store!

Be sure to check out the Photo Special at the end of this issue, for interviews with some of KidzEra’s more prolific photographers.

Hope everyone is having a great summer!

Background submitted by: LeMarah S. Age 12, Irving Elementary School, Mesa, Arizona

Girl and Flowers submitted by: SuRyeo P., Age 12, Albany Middle School, Albany, California

Fountain submitted by: David W., Age 12, Walt Disney Magnet School, Chicago, Illinois

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Do what you can. Where you are. With what you have.-Theodore Roosevelt

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Art is not what you see, but what you make others see.- Edgar Degas

If being an egomaniac means I believe in what I do and in my art or music, then in that respect you can call me that... I believe in what I do, and I’ll say it.- John Lennon

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Sky submitted by: Joo Y., Age 11, Bandung Alliance International School, Bandung, Indonesia

Kite-Flier submitted by: Alena F., Age 11, Westchester Lutheran Middle School, Los Angeles, California

Girl and Puppy submit-ted by: Sonia M., Age 11, Walt Disney Magnet School, Chicago, Illinois

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My favorite thing to do during summer vacation is going to kidzera.com. Also, I like to visit my cousins!!Submitted by: rainyday

My favorite thing to do during summer vacation is...go abroad!Submitted by: creativegirlever

My favorite thing to do during summer vacation is swimming, lounging, reading, hanging out with friends at the library, painting, canoeing, archery, golfing, playing tennis, running through our state parks, volunteering at our county historical farms, touring NYC, attending geeky seminars, and just about anything else!Submitted by: friendzyfriend

I’m traveling to...Lincoln City! Submitted by: suzymd

It’s still raining where I am. It’s not even 70 degrees out. Submitted by: Katrey_kappa

!!!!!FOOD!!!! Submitted by: pisior989

I’m traveling to...Dubai! Submitted by: creativegirlever

9Girl in the Grass submitted by: Sonia M., Age 11, Walt Disney Magnet School, Chicago, Illinois

You know what’s up!now tell us!

Currently...hanging out in the sun because SCHOOL IS OUT! Oh, and I am eating delicious pizza.Submitted by: smaeswanson

Currently...I am hungry! Just reading a book and thinking about food...Submitted by: enilorak

Currently...I am eating a cookie!!! Keca Love cookie!!!!! Submitted by: Keca love

Currently...strongly disliking sunburn. :/ Submitted by: Dogzrule106

Currently...I’m a blonde now! Submitted by: kikianimedrawer

Currently...I am making origami cranes! It’s fun but challenging and I think I got the hang of it now.Submitted by: enilorak

Currently...I am getting ready to go to the cupcake shop, Gigi’s. Can’t wait! Been watching a lot of cake shows...Submitted by: Candy3

Currently...I am like, SO bored at the moment...Submitted by: Tarisha S.

Currently...I dyed my hair teal. I look like Ariel, only teal!Submitted by: Asheinthe_grave

Currently...I can’t wait to get pet mice! They are so cute! XDSubmitted by: Winolasy

The Beach

As I walk, the sand crunches under my feet,Wiggling my toes as I walk.The seashells are scattered like the leaves on a fall day,Sometimes broken, sometimes not.Showing their curved, bumpy figures,The light breeze makes the sand roll across the beach,Umbrellas wiggle and shake.I can hear waves crashing up against the rocks,They wiggle wildly through the water,Spraying anyone in their path.

When I walk through the sand,I let my feet get sucked in like glue.I breathe in,And can smell the salt from the ocean,Inviting and relaxing me.As I look at the sun shining off the ocean,The water winks at me,The beach is a carnival,Buzzing wtih action,and happy faces.People running and playing sports,And having a good time,That’s what a summer day is all about.Poem submitted by: Katie A., Grade 7, Fox Lane Middle School, Bedford, New York

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Sun-Kissed

Toes dipped in a salty mist,The waves indulge themselves.Humans frying on the shoreline,Crabs scuttling in the golden grains,Pinching at my toes.Everywhere I look I see smiles shining,Shells dot the shoreline,Marking memories,

Of broken sandcastles.I walk out,The sand molding my feet,The sun pours out of me,I am made up of light.My heartbeat is like a song,Singing to the sun,

Putting all of my worries in the melody,And throwing them into the deep blue ocean,To be carried out by the sun-drenched waves.Poem submitted by: Caroline R., Grade 7, Fox Lane Middle School, Bedford, New York

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The River

Slowly swirling,Each river leading to another,Transporting items,Back and forth.

Gently flowing,Down a hill,Eroding earth,While it trickles down.

It’s suddenly faster,Rushing like a flock of birds,

Crashing on rocks,But keeps on going.

Now the journey is at an end,The flowing water reached its stop,In the vast blue ocean.Poem submitted by: Laurence R., Age 11, Weston Middle School, Weston, Connecticut

Putting all of my worries in the melody,And throwing them into the deep blue ocean,To be carried out by the sun-drenched waves.Poem submitted by: Caroline R., Grade 7, Fox Lane Middle School, Bedford, New York

Background submitted by: Sabi K., Age 15, Bronx Writing Academy, Bronx, New York

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Got a Prob, Bob?

We Can Help!

I just recently finished watching Justin Bieber: Never Say Never. My friends don’t like him but I am inspired by his story/journey. How do I tell my friends that? Will they not be my friends anymore?

My advice is... I know how hard it feels to be scared if your friends will accept you. If they are really your friends, they might joke around and tease you a bit, but they wouldn’t seriously start to make fun of what you like. You don’t have to dislike something just because your friends say so. Stay true to yourself. Submitted by: friendzyfriend

My advice is... friends have gotta be truer than that, or the friendship will fall out from underneath you when you need it the most. One way or another, this would be a good stability test wouldn’t it? If they don’t back off then you can’t rely on them. Submitted by: Katrey_kappa

My advice is...just stick to your beliefs! I have friends who like One Direction, while I think they are just okay. ((sorry!)) I often turn this into laughing material, or silly but funny arguements. Submitted by: Dooshies

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Girls on a Cloud With Vines submitted by: Yesenia M., Grade 8, St. Ignatius School, Los Angeles, California

I’ll be moving this summer but I don’t know how to tell my friends that! My parents and my sister told me not to tell any one. What do I do?

My advice is...enjoy your last year with them, but tell them you’re leaving during the school year! They should definitely know that you are leaving! Talk to your Dad and sister and I am sure it will work out! Good Luck!Submitted by: enilorak

My advice is... I think they would be mad if they weren’t told, they may want to pack in as much hanging out as possible and they can’t do that if you’re already gone. But what’s the worst that can happen if you do tell them? Submitted by: Ashienthe_grave

My advice is...tell them at the last day, even though they won’t want to accept that fact, at least you won’t have to face them from then on, right? I hoped it helped! :) Submitted by: joanna

KidzEra: Describe yourself in three words.Jammer: Funny, nice and creative.

KE: What kind of camera do you use?J: Canon powershot SD 3500 IS.

KE: Why do you like to take pictures?J: I like to take pictures because I think it is just a fun and easy thing to do.

KE: What is your favorite thing to click pics of?J: I like to take pictures of people, animals, and things I just find interesting.

KE: What’s your favorite color, snack and time of the year?J: My favorite color is yellow because it’s like the sun.My favorite snack is peanut butter. My favorite time of the year is summer.

KE: What kind of tips can you give the other KidzEra photographers?J: Take a picture only if you find something interesting!

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KidzEra: Describe yourself in three words.creativegirlever: Trustable, kind and creative.

KE: What kind of camera do you use?CGE: Sony.

KE: Why do you like to take pictures?CGE: Because it’s fun!

KE: What is your favorite thing about photography?CGE: Seeing how the picture turned out.

KE: What’s your favorite color, snack and time of the year?CGE: Favorite color: blue; favorite snack: chocolate; favorite time of the year: winter.

KE: What kind of tips can you give the other KidzEra photographers?CGE: Click a pic if you feel like it!

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1. Parade (sparkly)2. Concert! (hip)3. Scary Ride! (spooky)4. Sea Lion Show (animal)5. Lake--background (reflection)

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KidzEra: Describe yourself in three wordsDogzrule106: Nice, funny and smart.

KE: What kind of camera do you use?DR106: Sometimes I use my iPod Touch, and sometimes I use my Canon Digital Camera.

KE:Why do you like to take pictures?DR106: It’s really just a hobby. I enjoy sharing with people what I’ve been doing and where I’ve been. It’s pretty much like my life behind the lens, if you know what I mean!

KE:What is your favorite thing to take pictures of?DR106: My favorite thing to take pictures of is either the beach, or action shots, like when I’m in the air while jumping on a trampoline.

KE: What’s your favorite color, snack and time of the year?DR106: My favorite color is pink, my favorite snack is potato chips and my favorite time of the year is summer, because it’s warm and there’s no school, so I can sleep in!

KE: What kind of tips can you give the other KidzEra photographers?DR106: When your taking a picture of yourself, or getting your picture taken, remember to always smile big! If you enjoy photography, just keep practicing, and never give up, because who knows, one day you may become a professional!

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KidzEra: Describe yourself in three words.friendzyfriend: Curious, kooky, creative.

KE: What kind of camera do you use?FF: Usually I’ll use my Polaroid 12 Megapixel Digital Camera unless I’m short on time—then I’ll whip out my Android camera for a quick shot.

KE: Why do you like to take pictures?FF: Unlike other forms of art, photos portray things as they really are, from the camera’s perspective. While artists are able to stretch the truth, photographers can utilize a camera to turn the truth into something beautiful.

KE: What is your favorite thing to take pictures of?FF: I’d have to say food. I love cakes, cookies, and just about anything colorful enough to leave an impression on people who have never held a camera!

KE: What’s your favorite color, snack and time of the year?FF: I love the color purple, lemon cookies, and mid-winter.

KE: What kind of tips can you give the other KidzEra photographers?FF: Keep a camera handy because you never know when a normal day becomes a Kodak moment!

friendzyfriendthe domestic explorations of

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1. Amigurumi Tiger (anything goes)2. Celebrating Squishies (celebration)3. Science Olympiad Medal - background (stellar)

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KidzEra: Describe yourself in three words.enilorak: Nice, smart, funny.

KE: What kind of camera do you use?E: A Canon Powershot.

KE: Why do you like to take pictures?E: A picture really does say a thousand words. I like to be able to capture moments and emotions.

KE: What is your favorite thing to take pictures of?E: I like to take pictures of nature, from sunsets, to seals, to elk, and even fish. I also like to take pictures of people!

KE: What’s your favorite color, snack and time of the year?E: My favorite color is blue because it is peaceful. My favorite snack is dried fruit, and my favorite time of the year is winter! I like to ski, sled, ice skate, etc.

KE: What kind of tips can you give the other KidzEra photographers?E: Just have fun with it! If you like taking pictures, just go outside and take pictures of things! Even the most simple objects can appear beautiful when they are a photo!

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As I take a deep breath and let it out, bubbles

dance out of my mouth and trickle to the source

of light above. I glide through the water and

watch blood-red fish hover over a stem of coral. I

am a fish—at least as long as I still have air in my

lungs. But for the moment I am here. Still.

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When I was about seven, I told my Dad I wanted to fly fish. So, on my eighth

birthday, I got my first pole. On my first fly fishing trip, I caught on really fast.

To fly fish, you need a pole, fishing boots, flies, waders and a vest. The fly I like the

most is the Adams dry fly. The difference between flies is how you fly fish. If you use

dry flies, you dry fly fish. Some of the flies are dry flies, wet flies, nymph flies and

much more.My favorite fish is a brook trout. The best experience I ever had on a fishing trip was

turning around and finding that there was a moose 90 yards away from us!

The cast types are normal or a roll cast. A normal cast is where you pull some line

out, pull your pole tip back and then fling it forward. If you are doing a roll cast, you

most likely have trees or something you can get your line caught in.

I love fly fishing because normally your parents tell you to GET OUT of the water and

now they’re telling you to GET IN! I also love how my waders go to my chest and I

can stand in really deep water without getting too wet.

Essay submitted by: Brookelyn K., Age 10, Castle Rock Elementary School, Castle Rock, Colorado

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Would You Ever submitted by: Stanique W., Age 15, WJ Keenan High School, Columbia, South Carolina

Winking Girl submitted by: MarsupialsAreBoss

Fun Facts About the English LanguageFun Facts submitted by: Ashley L., Age 11, IS 383 Philippa Schuyler Middle School, Brooklyn, New York

Red-Haired Girl submitted by: Dooshies

Swim in an ocean with sharks?

Ghost hunt?

Wear the same clothes for two weeks?

Eat a chocolate-covered snail?

Purposely get chased by a dog?

Get married in a jungle?

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Absolutely! Never in a million years

Heck yeah! Heck no!

No prob! No WAY.

Would You Ever...

1. No word in the English language rhymes with month, orange, silver or purple.2. A dentiloquist is a person who speaks with his/her teeth closed.3. A funambulist is a tight-rope walker.4. A sesquipedalian is a person fond of extremely long words.5. Dysania is the state of finding it hard to get out of bed in the morning.6. The slanted line that divides fractions is called a virgule.

7. The act of snapping your fingers has a name: fillip.8. The word dinosaur comes from the Greek words deinos, meaning fearful, and sauros, meaning lizard.9. The dot over the letter i or j is called a tittle.

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