This photo is of a red tropical hibiscus flower and was taken in Miami, Florida.
Copper waters
This photo shows the natural copper colored trout springs of Wisconsin. It was taken on a hiking trail in Wisconsin.
Dark and icy
This photo was taken at around 2am and is of Lake Saint Croix. It shows melting ice on the lake as well as pressed together mini ice bergs on the beach created by water expanding as it freezes.
Sparkling waters
This photo shows the reflection of light off of the Mississippi River in Saint Paul.
Fountain of sparks
This photo was taken late at night on the 4th of July on Thatcher Lake in Wisconsin.
This is just a reminder that though we try to provide new content every weekday during the school year, Winter Break is the one time where the student creators of the Plaid Line, PRIZM, and Scottie News also take a break (with the exception of the Monday “Sports schedule”).
We look forward to bringing you new exciting content on our return in 2026!
Sheep Shorell flower or Red Shorell, common in Europe. Photo was taken on the North Shore.
Floral flames
Orange Hawkweed flower, found in Europe and North America. Photo was taken on a hiking trail in Wisconsin.
White buds
Service Berry Flowers, common in North America, flowers turn into sweet berries called service berries. Photo was taken on the east side of Saint Paul.
Fire lily
Orange Daylily Flower, common in Asia. Photo was taken on a hiking trail in Florida.
Bouquet of pink
Latana flower, common in South America and Africa. Photo was taken on a hiking trail in Florida.
The air is cold, but the sun is shining brightly. We all get together as the daylight starts to fade. The food smells warm and amazing, it feels like a cozy, happy, autumn day.
The window glass looks frosty and cold, like the season’s rain has finally been washed away. Everything feels calm and peaceful inside the room, getting rid of any bad feelings the winter might bring.
We take a moment to think about all the things we’re thankful for: like our home, our friends, and lots of other stuff. We share laughs and stories around the dinner table, just pausing to enjoy how happy we are together. We remember the strong, quiet love of our family, which you can see in everyone’s eyes. We’re thankful for people who helped us and cared, and for all the good times we’ve had.
We appreciate the food that came from the farm and everything the earth gives us to eat. We see the steaming dishes and the perfectly baked crusts it’s a moment made of simple love and trust.
It’s just a simple meal, and a simple moment of thanks, but love fills this comfortable spot. We eat and talk until we’re finished, knowing it was a wonderful day. We hang out for a long time, even when it gets late, with a bond of love that will last forever. And when we finally say our goodbyes, a sweet, thankful feeling stays with us.
I drew this picture because it shows the resemblance of a mother’s love and affection towards their child. I picked a bunny because it shows it’s a sign of bonding, companionship and overall care. Another reason I chose it is because sharing food for them is part of their social instinct to ensure their baby’s safety.
I drew this picture because the squirrel is preparing for the winter as squirrels have great preparation skills just like we humans do. They store food for when they actually need it for the winter or feeding their little ones. Squirrels eat during the fall so that they can build fat for the winter which keeps them warm.
Hey gang! My name’s Samuel Sand, and today I’m here to talk to you about sand. Say – have you ever had an interaction like this occur?
Fig. 1 – “An ugly ‘sediment.’ Heh.”
Truly dreadful. But wait a minute: “pound sand?” Why, what could that phrase even mean? Well, as someone who never finished college could tell you, they don’t actually know. I, meanwhile, graduated from Oxford with honors!
Sand has its origins billions of years ago amidst the creation of Earth’s crust, but no one really cares about that stuff. Instead, I’m here today to list the “Top 5 Genius Uses for a Jar of Sand (For Geniuses)™.” With this list, the next time a bullying brute slanders your title, any sand-related insults can be deflected with sophisticated sand facts from yours truly.
Projectile-based weaponry. Parried your assailant’s sedimentary slandering and still seeing red? Well, as any sand enthusiast can adhere to, physical violence is a readily-available option against natural predators, such as skeptics, gym bros, and pretty much anyone else on Earth. Simply unscrew the lid, thrust out your sand, and watch it fly!
Arts n’ Crafts. When I was young, I watched an episode of ‘Curious George’ where George, the titular species known as a Curious, painted sand with juice to create paintings. I always remembered that episode for a couple reasons, and since my lawyer says I shouldn’t encourage people to eat sand, painting with it is my second-best suggestion.
Therapy. Therapy is an instrumental tool for many people, so where’s the harm in introducing sand into it? Simply substitute the classic “breathing ball” or stuffed animal for a loving jar of sand. Hey – research from the League of International Administrative Remedying Sand-substances (L.I.A.R.S) declares that a jar of sand is an excellent substitute for mental health-supporting items.
Eating. My lawyer’s on his lunch break, so I’ll be quick about this. Ever tried a sand omelette? I went to England on a retreat from work a while back, and in a dark alley a guy with 3 pupils gave me one of these. I’ll tell ya: best. Dinner. EVER. Salty, savory, and with just a hint of nuttiness. I’d normally say I couldn’t recommend it enough, but *chuckles* My lawyer’s a bit of a stickler surrounding that sort of talk.
Creative idioms. Finally, what’s a newspaper article without talking about writing? A fun use for a jar of sand is as a creative muse for coming up with never-before-seen idioms. For example: “Jars before Mars” references the impracticality of space travel for future housing developments. Cute, simple, catchy – where’s the problem?
Well, I hope you’ve been, er, inspired by today’s lesson guys. Jars and sand combined form a wonderful tool for…um…
*Sighs* Screw it. What am I doing here? Talking about fricken sand like it’s some kind of…never mind.
My wife, my kids, all gone. I left behind a perfect life…for THIS?! I just…I can’t. I messed up.
I…
I need a sign to change. A new job too, at that. I need something, some-ONE, to hold…
I need a jar of sand.
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