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Ducklings need food, water, and warmth.

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Ducklings require sustenance, hydration, and heat.

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When TV was first invented, it was very different: only 3 channels, all in black and white, and it went off the air at midnight with the national anthem.

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Television was much different when it was first invented.

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In the 1800s, frontier men told exaggerated stories known as "tall tales".

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Frontier men exaggerated their stories, which became known as "tall tales".

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Heidi entertains children with juggling and clown tricks.

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Heidi enjoys cheering up sick children in hospitals.

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Tony Hawk's life changed when he got a skateboard at age 10.

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Tony became the best skateboarder in the world.

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Make your own play dough at home: combine 2 cups flour, 1 cup salt, 2 tbsp vegetable oil. Cook until like mashed potatoes, cool, divide, and add food coloring.

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You can make your own play dough at home.

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Japanese warriors in history were called Samurai. They wore heavy armor and carried swords.

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Japan had special warriors called Samurai.

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Pumpkin soup is popular in Australia, made with cream, garlic, onions, and potatoes, and served at events and gatherings.

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Pumpkin soup is cooked many ways and served in many places in Australia.

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Crayons are made of non-toxic ingredients in factories.

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Crayons are made of non-toxic ingredients in factories.

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