Description
Welcome to another new issue of your favourite magazine! This time, we’re celebrating some of nature’s most fearless and fascinating creatures — ones that may be small but definitely not weak! Take the honey badger, for example. This little warrior is known for its toughness, taking on animals much bigger than itself without a second thought! And then there are carnivorous plants — sneaky, clever hunters that trap and devour insects with incredible tricks. Both may seem unlikely predators, but they prove that strength isn’t just about size — it’s about courage, resilience, and adapting to your environment in the most extraordinary ways.
There’s a lot we can learn from these wild wonders. The honey badger reminds us to be bold, to stand our ground when faced with challenges, and to never give up. Carnivorous plants, on the other hand, show us the importance of innovation — using what you have to thrive, even in the trickiest situations. With their snap traps, sticky tentacles, and underwater vacuums, these plants prove that nature is full of surprises, and sometimes the most unexpected creatures can be the fiercest of all! So, as you dive into this issue, think about the ways you can be just as fearless and resourceful in your own life. Whether it’s standing up for yourself, trying something new, or thinking outside the box, nature’s fiercest creatures have a lot to teach us!
Happy reading and stay curious, kids.
~ Candice 🙂 (Supernova’s Editor)
Nature
- Mountain Rescuer — Have you ever wondered what are the ins and out of becoming a mountain rescuer? In this issue Charnelle Stander (an experienced mountain ranger) gives us all the basics of her career.
- Urban farming: Changing how cities grow food — Cities are usually described as urban jungles because of their large skyscrapers, but did you know that you could create real intricate gardens right on your balcony? Read all about it as we explore the latest trend of urban farming, from rooftop gardens to vertical farms.
History
- The History of Rock, Paper, Scissors — We have all come to love this fun hand game, but did you know that rock, paper, scissors has origins from all over the world with different variations. Learn all about the game’s origins and the different ways its been used in different countries.
- Stories behind famous brands — The Life, Universe and Everything article explores where all your favourite brands had their humble beginnings. Like how two Portuguese brothers started Ocean Basket wanted to share their mother’s Portuguese seafood recipes with other South Africans.
Arts and Culture
- Hugh Masekela — Get lost in the music section as we spin the tale of the late legend of the trumpet and the father of South African jazz, the legendary Hugh Maseleka. Read about how his skill with the trumpet sky-rocketed him to legendary fame!
- Coming of age around the world — Growing is something no one can escape, but growth should always be celebrated and for some cultures around the world its a huge celebration. The culture corner explores the different coming of age ceremonies, from dazzling Quinceañera parties to Japanese Seijin Shiki parties.
- The vibrant island of Cuba — Join Andy as she expands her travels of her Atlas on the largest island in the Caribbean, and spot the tiniest frog you have ever seen!
Technology
- Become a Cyber Superhero — Technology is super cool and advancing everyday, unfortunately so are cyber predators. Our tech talk article give you all the basics of protecting your cyber information and enjoying the internet responsibly.
Social Skills
- I lied and feel guilty — We tackle the difficult feeling of telling a lie with Candice as she gives us tips on how to deal with the guilt after telling a lie.
Activities and games
- Make honey hand lotion — Our eco craft pays a little homage to the Honey Badger by giving you all the steps to make your own honey hand lotion!
- Hand Games — We have all your favourite hand games from Slaps, Hand Stack, and Rock, Paper, Scissors?
- Super Sudoku — Have fun with a numerical puzzles, here’s a quick tip, never repeat a number in a block.
These are just a few snippets of some of our great articles, click here and get yours today!
