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Challenge #22: "A" for effort.

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Ask someone to pick a letter of the alphabet. Then try to find as many things as you can beginning with that letter. Proof: Write their names down. You can also take a photo of them. Recommendations: Ask for permission to pick up things. Avoid harmful items.

Challenge #21: Sense of craft.

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  Think of two pieces of stationery that are long and two that are short, then use them to create something. Proof : Write their names down. Take a photo of your creation. Recommendations : Make sure that the supplies are suitable for your age. Language practice : Stationery and school , an interactive worksheet by Luis Vidal live worksheets.com

Challenge #20: Make it big.

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  Draw a big circle on the ground. As an alternative, you can trace a virtual circle on a tracking app. Proof : Take a photo. Measure the radius of the circle. Recommendations : Do not trespass private property. Do not damage property. Do not disturb pedestrians, animals or plants. Ask an adult for help. Language practice : Toys and shapes , an interactive worksheet by Luis Vidal live worksheets.com

Challenge #19: Piece of cake.

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  Try a treat that is actually healthy. Proof : Take a photo. Write down its name. Recommendations : Avoid food you are allergic to. Ask an adult for help. Language practice : Health , an interactive worksheet by Luis Vidal live worksheets.com

Challenge #18: Eager beaver.

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 Think of three wild animals native to your area. Proof : Find images on the internet. Write down their names. Recommendations : Use Google Images with SafeSearch. Ask for adult supervision. Language practice : Animals , an interactive worksheet by Luis Vidal live worksheets.com Sea creatures 2 , an interactive worksheet by Luis Vidal live worksheets.com

Challenge #17: Like peas and carrots.

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  Find three vegetables that are long. Proof : Take a photo of them. Write down their names. Recommendations : Do not damage the vegetables. Try them in a dish if you haven't. Language practice : Vegetables , an interactive worksheet by Luis Vidal live worksheets.com Vegetables 2 , an interactive worksheet by Luis Vidal live worksheets.com

Challenge #16: Going full circle.

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  Find a circle, a square and a triangle in a public building. Proof : Take a photo of them. Write down what are they (window, roof, etc.). Recommendations : Be accompanied by an adult. Ask for permission to take photos inside buildings. Language practice : Toys and shapes , an interactive worksheet by Luis Vidal live worksheets.com

Challenge #15: Child's play.

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  Find a public playground with at least three of these: Seesaw Slide Merry-go-round Swing Proof : Take a photo of them. Write down their names. Recommendations : Be accompanied by an adult. Do not take photos of people without permission. Language practice : Stationery and school , an interactive worksheet by Luis Vidal live worksheets.com

Challenge #14: All year round.

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  Find three months that begin with the same letter - and - three people whose birthdays are in those months. Proof : Write down their names - and - take a photo of them. Recommendations : Explain that you are completing a task for learning English. Be respectful, ask for permission to take photos. Ask an adult for help. Language practice : Months of the year , an interactive worksheet by Luis Vidal live worksheets.com

Challenge #13: All in the family.

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  Find two relatives in your family whose first names begin with the same letter and take a photo with them. Proof: Take a photo. Write down their names. Recommendations: Ask an adult for help. Language practice: Family and home , an interactive worksheet by Luis Vidal live worksheets.com

Challenge #12: Plenty more fish.

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  Guess two sea animals that have a similar name in your mother tongue. Proof : Write the names. Take a photo of one of them. Recommendations : Be accompanied by an adult. Language practice : Sea creatures , an interactive worksheet by Luis Vidal live worksheets.com Sea creatures 2 , an interactive worksheet by Luis Vidal live worksheets.com

Challenge #11: The travel bug.

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  Take a toy on a trip. Take a photo of it at a local monument or landmark. Proof : Take a photo. Write down the name of the toy and the landmark or monument. Recommendations : Do not trespass or climb restricted areas. Be accompanied by an adult. Language practice : Toys and shapes , an interactive worksheet by Luis Vidal live worksheets.com

Challenge #10: Get the picture.

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  Find a portrait, a landscape and a still life. Girl with a Pearl Earring Johannes Vermeer View of Yosemite Valley Thomas Hill Balsam Apple and Vegetables James Peale Proof : Take photos - and - write down the name and location. Recommendations : Be accompanied by an adult. Ask for permission to take photos. Language practice : Famous artworks , an interactive worksheet by Luis Vidal live worksheets.com

Challenge #9: Off the shelf.

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  Find a kitchen appliance, a bathroom fixture and a piece of furniture that begin with the same letter in your mother tongue. Proof : Take a photo - or - Write them down. Recommendations : Do not try to reach for high objects. Ask an adult for help. Language practice : House and furniture , an interactive worksheet by Luis Vidal live worksheets.com

Challenge #8: Jump for joy.

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  Have a photo of you taken while jumping. Proof : Take a photo. Make a list of action verbs. Recommendations : Find a spot without obstacles or furniture. Make sure there is enough space above you. Preferably find soft ground (grass, sand). Language practice : Action verbs - sports , an interactive worksheet by Luis Vidal live worksheets.com

Challenge #7: A feast for your eyes.

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  Prepare a dish that requires no cooking. Proof : Take a photo. Write a recipe and a list of ingredients. Recommendations : Do not use sharp knives. Use fresh products (vegetables, fruits). Use canned food. Ask an adult for help and supervision. Language practice : Parts of the day and meals , an interactive worksheet by Luis Vidal live worksheets.com Vegetables 2 , an interactive worksheet by Luis Vidal live worksheets.com

Challenge #6: One-day wonder.

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  Using household items, make a model of a famous landmark. Proof : Take a photo. Make a list of the items used. Recommendations : Do not use sharp or heavy objects. Work under adult supervision. Language practice : Landmarks , an interactive worksheet by Luis Vidal live worksheets.com

Challenge #5: Talking big.

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  Make one of your pets look very big. Proof : Take a photo. Make a list of the objects. Recommendations : Place small objects or toys near the pet. Find a neutral background. Make sure that the pet is safe. Language practice : Pets , an interactive worksheet by Luis Vidal live worksheets.com

Challenge #4: New look.

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  Make a new attire for an image or drawing. Proof : Take a photo of the final result. Make a list of the clothes. Recommendations : Download and print a photo or cartoon character. Cut it out. Draw the outline with a pencil on a new piece of paper. Draw and colour new clothing on top of the outline. Cut it out and stick it onto the character. Language practice : Clothing , an interactive worksheet by Luis Vidal live worksheets.com

Challenge #3: Put a face to it.

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  Add face features to an object. Proof : Take a photo of the object. Make a list of the items used. Recommendations : You can use googly eyes, buttons, etc. Do not draw or paint permanently on the object. Do not damage the object. Ask the owner for permission. Language practice : Parts of the body , an interactive worksheet by Luis Vidal live worksheets.com

Challenge #2: A bite at the cherry.

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  Try 3 fruits with a similar name in your mother tongue - and - 3 fruits with a different name in your mother tongue. Proof : Take a photo of the half-eaten fruits. Make a list of the fruits. Recommendations : Make sure you are not allergic to the fruit. Language practice : Fruits , an interactive worksheet by Luis Vidal live worksheets.com Fruits 2 , an interactive worksheet by Luis Vidal live worksheets.com

Challenge #1: Hello world.

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Say "Hello" and "Goodbye" to 5 people you know and document their reaction. - or - Say "Good morning" / "Good afternoon" / "Good evening" / "Good night" Proof : Write down what they say. - or - Have someone take a photo of their reaction. Recommendations : Talk to people you know. Be accompanied by an adult. Language practice : Greetings and farewells , an interactive worksheet by Luis Vidal live worksheets.com