KIDDIES’ PANORAMA
By AUNTY LOIS
Good character shines brightest outside the home.
It is a wonderful thing for children to behave well in school and in society.
As children, it is not just about how you look outside, but how you behave.
People might forget what you wore, but they will never forget how you acted.
Here are a few behaviours we should never show in public:
1. Never raise your voice or argue loudly.
A calm child is a strong child. You do not need to shout to prove your point.
2. Never interrupt adults or conversations.
It shows respect to wait for your turn to speak. Listening first makes your words more valuable.
3. Never point fingers or mock others.
Whether it is how someone looks or talks, kindness must always come first.
4. Never waste food or act picky at gatherings.
Take only what you can finish. It is a simple way of showing gratitude and good upbringing.
5. Never complain when corrected.
Correction is not humiliation — it is growth in disguise.
6. Never litter or drop things carelessly.
If you cannot find a bin, carry it until you do. It is part of respecting the environment.
7. Never gossip or talk about others behind their backs.
What you will not say in someone’s presence, do not say in their absence.
8. Never beg or appear entitled.
It is better to appreciate than to expect. Gratitude opens more doors than demand ever will.
9. Never forget to say ‘thank you’ and ‘please’.
These two words have taken many children far — from classrooms to shops to social events.
10. Never behave as if no one is watching.
Because even if no one is, God always is — and that is the biggest reason to live with integrity.
KIDDIES’ KITCHEN
How to make delicious yam balls
By LULU’S KITCHEN
Ingredients:
1 medium yam (white puna type works best)
1 tablespoon butter or margarine
1 small onion (finely chopped)
1 egg (for binding)
½ teaspoon salt (to taste)
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon curry powder (optional)
½ teaspoon thyme
¼ teaspoon ground chilli or cayenne (optional for spice)
½ cup all-purpose flour (for coating)
Breadcrumbs (optional, for extra crunch)
Oil for deep frying
Optional: chopped onions, peppers, or seasoning cubes for extra flavour
Steps:
1. Peel the yam and cut it into pieces.
2. Boil the yam pieces in salted water until soft.
3. Drain and pound or mash the boiled yam until smooth (no lumps!).
4. Roll the mashed yam into small balls. Make them the size of a marble or a little bigger if you prefer.
5. Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
6. Fry the yam balls until they are golden brown and crispy on the outside. Turn them gently so they cook evenly.
7. Remove them and drain the excess oil on a paper towel.
8. Serve warm with your favourite sauce, stew or enjoy them as a tasty snack.
Your yam balls are ready—simple, yummy and fun to make!
STORY TIME
Toby & Rosy: A tale of griendship, teamwork
By CAROL JONATHAN, SS 2, St Barth, Jos
Once upon a time, there lived a tiny turtle named Toby.
One day, Toby lost his shell.
He had a friend — a happy rabbit named Rosy.
Toby asked Rosy, “Can you help me find it?”
Rosy said, “Yes, I will help you because you are my good friend, and it is good to always give help.”
Rosy hopped fast, and together they found Toby’s shell under a big, shiny leaf.
Toby put it back on and said, “You’re the best friend ever!”
They celebrated with a fun dance under the sun!
The moral of the story is:
Friends help each other in times of need, and teamwork can solve any problem!