What is DNA?

 

 

By Special Agent Bobby Bureau
July 24, 2009

Editor’s Note: We are always looking for ways to inform parents of programs that will help them raise their children. Well we found one it is called “Special Agent Bobby Bureau”. We will be joining him to give you tips for kids of all ages. The best way to tell you about this agent is to let him tell you himself.

The Kids’ Page is designed for children and their parents to learn more about the FBI through age-appropriate games, tips, stories and inter actives. We also introduce you to our working dogs and show how FBI special agents and analysts investigate cases. First, can you help Special Agent Bobby Bureau get in disguise for his undercover assignment? He’s depending on you. You have to visit the sight to sign up as a special agent.

Today’s  we talk “DNA”

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There are other ways of telling people apart besides fingerprints. Did you know that each of us is made up of millions of cells and inside those cells are particles called DNA? It is everywhere in our bodies, including in our hair, blood, saliva, skin, and bones. These particles make up a code that is used to tell people apart. Identical twins share DNA coding, but they are the only people who do. This makes DNA an excellent way of telling people apart. It has become a very important tool in solving crimes when no fingerprints can be found.

Next Week: We will talk about: Polygraph

Source: FBI Kids

Older brother

by Alexander
July 24, 2009

 

Dear Alexander,

My older brother doesn’t have any allergies, but I am allergic to milk. He is usually pretty good about it, but sometimes when his friends come over, they make jokes about it. How can I deal with this?

Wow, this can be a tough situation. Sometimes older brothers or sisters act differently around their friends. When your brother is not around his friends, talk to him and let him know how this makes you feel. Older brothers usually like to help out and protect their younger brothers and sisters. Ask your brother to tell his friends that food allergies are nothing to laugh about. Some kids tease because they don’t understand food allergies and what it’s like to have one. He can teach his friends a lot, and that helps you to stay safe.

If they are still being mean, then go to a different room, and then they won’t bother you any more. Make sure to let your parents know about the jokes.

Good luck!

Your friend,
 Alexander the Elephant

 

Editor’s Note: The information above is not designed to take the place of a doctor’s instructions. Patients are urged to contact a doctor for specific information regarding guidelines for care.

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Source: Food Allergy

BRITTANEE MARIE DREXEL

Case Type: Endangered Missing
DOB: Oct 7, 1991	Sex: Female
Missing Date: Apr 25, 2009	Race: White
Age Now: 17	Height: 5’0″ (152 cm)
Missing City: MYRTLE BEACH	Weight: 103 lbs (47 kg)
Missing State : SC	Hair Color: Brown
Missing Country: United States	Eye Color: Blue
Case Number: NCMC1121354
Circumstances: The photos on the left and the photo in the center are of Brittanee. Her ears and nose are pierced. Brittanee has blonde highlights in her hair. She was last seen wearing a white, black, teal, and gray top, along with black shorts, similar to the outfit pictured above. Brittanee was also wearing white flip flops.

Missing Kids

JAKELYN MATA-MARTINEZ

Case Type: Family Abduction
DOB: Nov 14, 2000	Sex: Female
Missing Date: Jul 9, 2009	Race: White
Age Now: 8	Height: 3’0″ (91 cm)
Missing City: RENO	Weight: 60 lbs (27 kg)
Missing State : NV	Hair Color: Brown
Missing Country: United States	Eye Color: Brown
Case Number: NCMC1126975b
Circumstances: Ivan, Jakelyn, Megan, and Tyson were allegedly abducted by their mother, Claire Tourand. Pictures of all of the children may be viewed at www.missingkids.com. An FBI Unlawful Flight to Avoid Prosecution warrant was issued for the abductor on July 14, 2009. They may travel to Mexico. They may be traveling in a white 1998 Mercury Sable with Nevada license plates 369-SDH.

Missing Kids

CLAIRE TOURAND
Abductor

Case Type: Family Abduction
DOB: Mar 16, 1975	Sex: Female
Missing Date: Jul 9, 2009	Race: White
Age Now: 34	Height: 5’8″ (173 cm)
Missing City: RENO	Weight: 220 lbs (100 kg)
Missing State : NV	Hair Color: Brown
Missing Country: United States	Eye Color: Hazel
Case Number: NCMC1126975b
Circumstances: Ivan, Jakelyn, Megan, and Tyson were allegedly abducted by their mother, Claire Tourand. Pictures of all of the children may be viewed at www.missingkids.com. An FBI Unlawful Flight to Avoid Prosecution warrant was issued for the abductor on July 14, 2009. They may travel to Mexico. They may be traveling in a white 1998 Mercury Sable with Nevada license plates 369-SDH. View Poster

TYSON MATA-MARTINEZ

Case Type: Family Abduction
DOB: Nov 17, 2004	Sex: Male
Missing Date: Jul 9, 2009	Race: White
Age Now: 4	Height: 2’6″ (76 cm)
Missing City: RENO	Weight: 48 lbs (22 kg)
Missing State : NV	Hair Color: Brown
Missing Country: United States	Eye Color: Brown
Case Number: NCMC1126975b
Circumstances: Ivan, Jakelyn, Megan, and Tyson were allegedly abducted by their mother, Claire Tourand. Pictures of all of the children may be viewed at www.missingkids.com. An FBI Unlawful Flight to Avoid Prosecution warrant was issued for the abductor on July 14, 2009. They may travel to Mexico. They may be traveling in a white 1998 Mercury Sable with Nevada license plates 369-SDH.

Missing Kids

CLAIRE TOURAND
Abductor

Case Type: Family Abduction
DOB: Mar 16, 1975	Sex: Female
Missing Date: Jul 9, 2009	Race: White
Age Now: 34	Height: 5’8″ (173 cm)
Missing City: RENO	Weight: 220 lbs (100 kg)
Missing State : NV	Hair Color: Brown
Missing Country: United States	Eye Color: Hazel
Case Number: NCMC1126975b
Circumstances: Ivan, Jakelyn, Megan, and Tyson were allegedly abducted by their mother, Claire Tourand. Pictures of all of the children may be viewed at www.missingkids.com. An FBI Unlawful Flight to Avoid Prosecution warrant was issued for the abductor on July 14, 2009. They may travel to Mexico. They may be traveling in a white 1998 Mercury Sable with Nevada license plates 369-SDH. View Poster

IVAN MATA-MARTINEZ

 

Case Type: Family Abduction
DOB: Sep 30, 1999	Sex: Male
Missing Date: Jul 9, 2009	Race: White
Age Now: 9	Height: 4’0″ (122 cm)
Missing City: RENO	Weight: 80 lbs (36 kg)
Missing State : NV	Hair Color: Brown
Missing Country: United States	Eye Color: Brown
Case Number: NCMC1126975b
Circumstances: Ivan, Jakelyn, Megan, and Tyson were allegedly abducted by their mother, Claire Tourand. Pictures of all of the children may be viewed at www.missingkids.com. An FBI Unlawful Flight to Avoid Prosecution warrant was issued for the abductor on July 14, 2009. They may travel to Mexico. They may be traveling in a white 1998 Mercury Sable with Nevada license plates 369-SDH.

Missing Kids

CLAIRE TOURAND
Abductor

Case Type: Family Abduction
DOB: Mar 16, 1975	Sex: Female
Missing Date: Jul 9, 2009	Race: White
Age Now: 34	Height: 5’8″ (173 cm)
Missing City: RENO	Weight: 220 lbs (100 kg)
Missing State : NV	Hair Color: Brown
Missing Country: United States	Eye Color: Hazel
Case Number: NCMC1126975b
Circumstances: Ivan, Jakelyn, Megan, and Tyson were allegedly abducted by their mother, Claire Tourand. Pictures of all of the children may be viewed at www.missingkids.com. An FBI Unlawful Flight to Avoid Prosecution warrant was issued for the abductor on July 14, 2009. They may travel to Mexico. They may be traveling in a white 1998 Mercury Sable with Nevada license plates 369-SDH. View Poster

Megan Mata-Martinez

Case Type: Family Abduction
DOB: Mar 6, 2002	Sex: Female
Missing Date: Jul 9, 2009	Race: White
Age Now: 7	Height: 2’10”
Missing City: RENO	Weight: 55lbs
Missing State : NV	Hair Color: Brown
Missing Country: United States	Eye Color: Brown
Case Number: NCMC1126975b
Circumstances: Ivan, Jakelyn, Megan, and Tyson were allegedly abducted by their mother, Claire Tourand. Pictures of all of the children may be viewed at www.missingkids.com. An FBI Unlawful Flight to Avoid Prosecution warrant was issued for the abductor on July 14, 2009. They may travel to Mexico. They may be traveling in a white 1998 Mercury Sable with Nevada license plates 369-SDH.

Missing Kids

CLAIRE TOURAND
Abductor

Case Type: Family Abduction
DOB: Mar 16, 1975	Sex: Female
Missing Date: Jul 9, 2009	Race: White
Age Now: 34	Height: 5’8″ (173 cm)
Missing City: RENO	Weight: 220 lbs (100 kg)
Missing State : NV	Hair Color: Brown
Missing Country: United States	Eye Color: Hazel
Case Number: NCMC1126975b
Circumstances: Ivan, Jakelyn, Megan, and Tyson were allegedly abducted by their mother, Claire Tourand. Pictures of all of the children may be viewed at www.missingkids.com. An FBI Unlawful Flight to Avoid Prosecution warrant was issued for the abductor on July 14, 2009. They may travel to Mexico. They may be traveling in a white 1998 Mercury Sable with Nevada license plates 369-SDH. View Poster

SHALOMIEL SOLEL

Case Type: Family Abduction
DOB: Oct 16, 2005	Sex: Male
Missing Date: Apr 25, 2009	Race: Black
Age Now: 3	Height: 3’0″ (91 cm)
Missing City: CARSON	Weight: 34 lbs (15 kg)
Missing State : CA	Hair Color: Brown
Missing Country: United States	Eye Color: Brown
Case Number: NCMC1121292
Circumstances: Both photos shown are of Shalomiel. He may be in the company of his mother and father. They are believed to be in the local area.

Missing Kids

JAMIE WILLIFORD

Case Type: Endangered Missing
DOB: Aug 20, 1992	Sex: Female
Missing Date: Jul 6, 2009	Race: White
Age Now: 16	Height: 5’4″ (163 cm)
Missing City: NEW ORLEANS	Weight: 120 lbs (54 kg)
Missing State : LA	Hair Color: Blonde
Missing Country: United States	Eye Color: Hazel
Case Number: NCMC1126519
Circumstances: Jamie was last seen July 6, 2009. She may still be in the local area or she may have traveled to Mississippi. Jamie is a paraplegic. She may be in need of medical attention. CAUTION ADVISED.

Missing Kids

Make Musical Instruments

 

by Emily Miranda
July 25, 2009

Have fun assembling and decorating instruments, then see what beautiful music you can make together.

 

For Toddlers and Preschoolers:

 

 

MARACAS

 

Make your own maracas to shake and dance to!

 

Materials:

• 2 empty yogurt cups, plastic cups, or Styrofoam cups
• Dried beans or dried peas
• Duct tape
• Wrapping paper
• Clear tape
• Decorations: paint, stickers, glitter, ribbons, and more 

 

Instructions:

1. Put a small handful of beans in one cup. 
2. Place the second cup on top, upside down, so the two openings meet.
3. Use duct tape to firmly secure the seam where the two cups meet.
4. Have fun decorating! Toddlers can choose colorful paper to wrap around their maracas; secure the paper with clear tape. For more fun, they can add stickers, paint polka-dots, tie ribbons around it, spread with glue and sprinkle with glitter, or do anything they wish.
5. Shake, shake, shake!  Dance, dance, dance!

 

 

For Grade-Schoolers:

 

 

DRUM SET

 

Create a complete drum set with drumsticks out of everyday household items!

 

Materials:

• An assortment of empty containers of different sizes: dry oatmeal containers, tin cans with rough edges smoothed, Tupperware containers, large-size clean cottage cheese or deli salad containers, clean paint cans, etc.
• 2 pencils, chopsticks or other wooden sticks or dowels, 8 to 10 inches long
• Wine-bottle cork
• Small, sharp kitchen or utility knife
• Yarn or colorful string
• Glue
• Paint, colorful paper, and other decorations

 

Instructions:

For the drums

1. Put lids on  the containers, and stand them lid side up. Place containers without lids (like tin cans) with the open side down.
2. Decorate! Paint the containers, wrap them in colorful paper, or use whatever decorations you have. Be sure to leave the tops clear for drumming!

 

For the drumsticks

1. Use the sharp knife to cut the cork in half. Then cut a tiny hole in each half, large enough for the chopstick or wooden dowel to stick into the cork less than 1/4 inch.
2. Put a drop of glue in the hole, and insert the chopstick or dowel firmly. Let it dry.
3. When the glue has dried, and the cork is snug on the stick, tie one end of the yarn below the cork. Wind the yarn around and around the cork, always at a different angle, so you create a ball of yarn, and can no longer see the cork.
4. When you are finished winding, cut the yarn and tie it off below the ball, where you tied it at the beginning.
5. Group the drums together, and discover the different sound each container makes when the drumsticks strike it.

 

For Older Grandchildren:

 

 

WATER GLASS XYLOPHONE

 

A new twist on an old favorite!

 

Materials:

• 6 to 8 water glasses, preferably the same type and size (pint glasses or those in a similar size because they are large and sturdy)
• Food coloring
• Tap water and water pitcher
• Light wooden or plastic kitchen spoon (Not metal: It might break the glass.)

 

Instructions:

1. Set the glasses in a straight line.
2. Fill the pitcher with tap water.
3. Pour water into each glass. The first glass should be almost empty and the last glass should be almost full. The middle glasses should be filled with increasing amounts.
4. Add drops of food coloring to each glass. Choose different colors, or select one color and have it progress from dark to light (as in the photo). Add about 12 drops to make a very dark color and just 2 drops for a very light one. Don’t be afraid to mix colors. Remember, blue and red make purple, red and yellow make orange, and yellow and blue make green.
5. Now play the xylophone. When you gently tap the glasses, each one will produce a different musical note. Tap each at once to play a song, or glide over the tops for a lovely harp-like sound!

Source: Grand Parents

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