6 Unexpectedly Fun Places to Take Homeschool Outside

by Bonnie TaylorNovember 3, 2021

If you’re homeschooling this year, don’t forget to work some fun field trips into the curriculum. San Diego has a lot of outings that are exciting and educational! Take school out of the home to learn about math, science, art, history and culture all over town and the best part is that your kids will be having so much fun, they’ll forget they’re even learning.

EcoVivarium

Kids will slither with excitement over learning about these reptiles and amphibians at EcoVivarium. It’s one of the largest reptile rescues in the United States. They offer hands-on learning about their creatures, along with upcoming cultural and art exhibits to learn about indigenous cultures and the natural environment.

TIP: ask about their Turtle Tour or their Snake Feeding Tour!

Visit: public & private tours, school field trips, day camps, STEAM lab programs

Cost: starting at $12/person for their one-hour tour, more for longer or private tours (closed Mondays and Tuesdays)

EcoVivarium
641 E Pennsylvania Ave., Escondido
760-975-9690
Online: ecovivarium.org

San Diego Air & Space Museum

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Learn about far-out innovations in history and the future of space travel. You’ll find many hands-on and inquisitive programs to help inspire learners of all ages in science, technology and engineering. Budding astronauts can journey through the history of flight starting with the Montgolfier brothers' hot air balloon of 1783 and come full circle to see a rock that was brought back from the moon.

Visit: public self-guided tours, school field trips, group tours, summer camps, workshops, STEM Challenges & Remote learning

Cost: $12/kids ages 3-11; $22.50/adults ages 12+

Air & Space Museum
2001 Pan American Plaza, Balboa Park
619-234-8291
Online: sandiegoairandspace.org

Liberty Station Art Walk

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Can you find the 13 public art installations in this art scavenger hunt? Jump in anytime, anywhere on this self-guided art walking tour at Liberty Station. When you scan the QR code at each piece you’ll be prompted to answer questions about the art and win a prize at the end. These murals and sculptures are meant to exhibit the evolving visual arts community and commemorate the culture and diversity of the San Diego-Baja region.

Tip: When the walking tour takes you past the Liberty Public Market, do yourselves a favor and stop in for a bite to eat, a sweet treat or a cold drink.

Visit: just show up!

Cost: FREE

Liberty Station Art Walk
2820 Roosevelt Rd., Liberty Station
619-573-9300
Online: ntcfoundation.org

Museum of Making Music

Making noise at the Museum of Making Music is totally acceptable! Discover “the creative relationship between people, musical instruments and music”. Explore instruments from the past 150 years, listen to how musical styles evolve and even try some of them out for yourself.

Visit: public self-guided tours, group tours are designed for all ages, even for preschoolers, virtual field trips

Cost: $10/students; $15/adults

Museum of Making Music
5790 Armada Dr., Carlsbad
760-438-5996
Online: museumofmakingmusic.org

San Diego Archaeological Center

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Dig up some fun as you go way back in time to learn the story of how natives lived in San Diego for the past 12,000 years. Study artifacts, changing exhibits and hands-on activities like the excavation corner and record your findings in the Kids Dig Archaeology Book. When it’s completed you’ll earn your Junior Archaeologist Badge.

Visit: public walk-ins are welcome, in-person and virtual field trips

Cost: donation-based “pay what you wish” (suggested $5/person donation)

SD Archaeological Center
16666 San Pasqual Valley Rd., Escondido
760-291-0370
Online: sandiegoarchaeology.org

Sikes Adobe Historic Farmstead

Live a day in the pioneer life from this 1870’s historic farmstead in Escondido. This is one of the area’s earliest homes from the Americana period and serves a significant role in the legacy of preserving old California and pioneer livelihood.

Tip: If you time your visit right, you can walk through the farmer’s market next door on Sundays

Visit: the public can explore the grounds outside anytime, but the inside is open during operating hours and by reservation, school field trips and private group tours are available by appointment

Cost: donation-based (suggested $3/person donation)

Sikes Adobe Historic Farmstead
12655 Sunset Dr., Escondido
858-674-2275
Online: sdrp.org

—Bonnie Taylor

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Smithsonian Announces 7 Locations to Open in May

by Erica LoopApril 29, 2021

The Smithsonian is now on the list of attractions, organizations, and events that are set to reopen to the public again! After a year filled with closures galore, you can get ready to start planning a stellar summer vaycay—and it can include seven of the Smithsonian’s museums along with the National Zoo.

Over the course of May, all of the Smithsonian’s facilities will welcome back visitors on a staggered schedule. Keep reading to see when your local museum will open.

photo courtesy of the Smithsonian

May 5

The Sreven F. Udvar-Hazy Center

May 14

The National Museum of African American History and Culture

National Portrait Gallery

Smithsonian American Art Museum and its Renwick Gallery

May 21

National Museum of American History

National Museum of the American Indian Washington, D.C. location

National Zoo

Like other national attractions that have reopened to the public, the Smithsonian facilities will adhere to safety measures based on the CDC’s guidelines. These include requiring visitors ages two and older to wear face coverings, implementing social distancing and one-way directional paths, providing hand sanitizer, conducting enhanced cleanings and monitoring the number of visitors in each location. Guests are asked to stay home if they are sick or don’t feel well.

There are currently no on-site public tours and some galleries or exhibits are closed or have capacity limits. The restaurants and food trucks at the National Zoo will open this May, but the museum cafes will remain closed.

You must reserve a free timed-entry pass for all Smithsonian facilities. To reserve passes, contact the Smithsonian at 1-800-514-3849 ext. 1 or visit the organization’s website here. Passes are available starting the week before each facility’s opening.

—Erica Loop/Feature image: Alejandro Barba via Unsplash

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Target Sells a 25-Foot Water Slide & It’s the Fun You Need This Summer

by Erica LoopApril 19, 2021

The weather is getting warmer and you’re looking for super-fun outdoor fam ideas! Don’t worry if the local pool is closed or you can’t get reservations at your fave water park.

This year it’s all about the backyard—and Target’s 25-foot-long water slide. The WOW Watersports Mega Slide has everything your kiddos need this summer and more.

photo: Target

With 25 feet of sliding fun, this monster backyard creation is like having a water park at home. The slide features a zig-zagged shaped sprinkler system, making sure every inch of the area is sufficiently soaked. As if that’s not enough, you can link up multiple slides using a customized connection at the ends of the sidewall pontoons.

Find this family fun-time adventure option online at Target.com for $241.99.

—Erica Loop

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DC’s Best Gardens with Free Admission

by Meghan Yudes MeyersApril 15, 2021

Spring is legit springing and these gardens are blooming with vivid colors! Skip the wooded hike and and take a socially-distant stroll through one of these public gardens and parks. These urban gardens offer a change of scenery with an unbeatable admission; all are free! Read on for the best places to see flowers blooming in Washington, DC this spring.

Bishop's Garden at Washington National Cathedral

Duck through archways and lounge in gazebos; Bishop's Garden, located on the south side of the Washington National Cathedral, feels like a secret oasis just miles from downtown DC. There are plenty of shaded benches to rest while your little ones stretch their legs. Beyond Bishop's Garden, there are 59 acres of grassy fields, wooded paths and landscaped gardens to explore!

Safety regulations: Masks must be worn while on cathedral grounds. The National Cathedral is currently closed to visitors.

Hours: Daily, dawn-dusk
Location: 2112 S St NW, Between N Florida Ave & N 21st St
Phone: 202-537-6200
Online: cathedral.org/gardens

Bartholdi Park

The US Botanic Garden is currently closed (see below), but Bartholdi Park, which sits across from the conservatory off Independence Ave., is open and a welcome place to enjoy a tabletop picnic. Bartholdi Park has served as a demonstration garden for over 80 years, showcasing native plants to the Mid-Atlantic region in different gardening styles using sustainable planting practices. Come back at night and enjoy the glow of Bartholdi Fountain!

Hours: Daily
Location: 245 First St SW, Corner of Independence & Washington Ave., Capitol South
Phone: 202-225-8333
Online: usbg.gov/bartholdi-park

United States National Arboretum

Many say the Arboretum is under utilized, but you’re in the know thanks to us and we say, don’t miss one of the most beautiful gardens in our area. Located two miles northeast of the Capitol building, with entrances on New York Avenue and R Street, DC’s Arboretum is home to more than 400 acres of woods, trails, ponds and display gardens, plus the captivating National Bonsai Museum.

Safety regulations: The National Bonsai & Penjing Museum and Administration is temporarily closed. Masks are required at all times while on Federal lands.

Hours: Daily, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Location: 3501 New York Ave NE, Northeast Washington
Phone: 202-245-2726
Online: usna.usda.gov

Franciscan Monastery

Nestled in the Brookland neighborhood not far from The Catholic University of America, the Franciscan Monastery replicates the shrines and buildings found in Jerusalem. The stunning gardens and grounds are open daily to the public. Guided tours and access to the church and catacombs is currently suspended due to COVID-19. If you and your littles would like to tour the lower and upper gardens without making your way to the Monastery, there is also an online virtual tour here.

Hours: Daily, 9 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Location: 1400 Quincy Street NE, Brookland
Phone: 202-526-6800
Online: myfranciscan.org/gardens

Heyden Memorial Garden

Right next to the Yates Field House you'll find this hidden gem of a garden on Georgetown University grounds considered a best-kept secret by many locals. Finding the garden is half the fun! It's located on the east and north sides of the Heyden Observatory. You'll find small ponds and water features, an arch to run under and views of the Potomac River. The peaceful silence is occasionally interrupted by overhead airplanes; small children will delight in seeing their low-flying path.

Hours: Daily, 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Location: West Rd. NE, Washington, DC 20057
Phone: 202-687-3600
Online: georgetown.edu

Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens

Kenilworth is said to be the place where water, wind and land dance, and we say that’s pretty accurate. It is the only national park devoted to cultivated water-loving plants. Kids love exploring the park’s marshes and discovering exotic water lilies and lotus. This is a great place to take your little ones on a nature-loving hike, especially if you have a budding bird-watcher on your hands. The park is rich and varied in natural and cultural history.

Hours: Daily, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
Location: 1550 Anacostia Ave NW, Anacostia
Phone: 202-426-6905
Online: nps.gov

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United States Botanic Garden

The US Botanic Garden is not currently open to the public due to COVID-19, but hop online and you can explore and discover some of the most unique blooms in the world, including rare beauties such as the African Tulip Tree, the Scarlet Rosemallow and the Jungle Lollipop via the Virtual Tour. Once this DC treasure re-opens, be sure to make visit to the outdoor Children’s Garden, where the kiddos can use gardening tools and watering cans for a true hands-on experience, spend time in the conservatory, which offers a showcase of plants from around the world, as well as the national outdoor garden, which is filled with roses.

Safety regulations: The conservatory is currently closed due to COVID-19. You can visit virtually here, or take a moment to smell the flowers at Bartholdi Park (see above).

Hours: Temporarily closed. Please visit virtually.
Location: 100 Maryland Ave SW, National Mall
Phone: 202-225-8333
Online: usbg.gov

Dumbarton Oaks Gardens

Perched on the highest hill in DC’s posh Georgetown neighborhood, this breathtaking garden is listed on National Geographic’s top 10 as the sixth most beautiful garden in the world. Sadly, both the house and gardens are currently closed due to COVID-19. You will need to wait until they reopen to visit Dumbarton's 10 acres of lush, sculpted greenery. But while you wait, you can check out the museums exhibits online as well as view photographs and drawings of the gardens. When their doors open again, be sure to let the kids roam through the terraced garden rooms and vistas, and walk down the many meandering brick pathways.

Safety regulations: Currently closed due to COVID-19, but you can still visit virtually.

Hours: Currently closed. Visit online here.
Location: 3120 R St. NW, Georgetown
Phone: 202-339-6400
Online: doaks.org

—Meghan Yudes Meyers and Jamy Bond

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This Leafy Seadragon Cam Is the Calm You Need Right Now

by Karly WoodFebruary 17, 2021

It’s time for a very happy birthday to two Weedy Seadragons (aka Leafy Seadragons) who were hatched at Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC San Diego one year ago this week! In honor of the growing babies, Birch Aquarium is celebrating by launching a live Seadragon Cam so you can check up their growth anytime you want.

Born on Feb. 11 and 12 2020, each one was less than one inch at birth! The momentous occasion was the first time Birch Aquarium bred Weedy Seadragons and one of the only aquariums in the world to have done so.

photo: Birch Aquarium

For now, Birch Aquarium is still closed to the public. In the meantime, you can get your Weedy Seadragon fix by tuning into the webcam at HDOnTap 24/7 (and maybe zen out a little bit, too).

––Karly Wood

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Strike a Pose: The DMV’s Best Backdrops for Family Photos

by Meghan Yudes MeyersFebruary 9, 2021

Make 2021 the year of the family photo. Yes, it’s time to get your finger on the photo button once again! You don’t have to hire a pro photographer or travel to a tropical location to capture a great family portrait. If you’re taking family hikes or walks around Washington, DC, you are probably passing the perfect backdrop for an insta-worthy family photo. We rounded up some of our favorite places to take a picture. Get ready to get snappy with one of these iconic backdrops in the DMV.

#1 Washington Monument

Photo Tip: Due to the slight elevation at the top of the hill, this is a great place to snap a picture with the Lincoln Memorial or the Capitol in the background. If you want to feature the Washington Monument, try to position yourselves so that the Monument itself is between people and not sticking out of the top of someone’s head!

Safety regulations: There are periodic closures on the National Mall due to recent events at the Capitol. Check here for the latest updates. The Washington Monument is temporarily closed to visitors until 1/24.

Washington Monument
2 15th St. NW
National Mall
Online: nps.gov

#2 DC Murals

Photo tip: Gray skies and winter weather can wash out even the best backdrop. Head to one of these vibrant murals in DC to add pops of color to your candids.

Find DC's most vibrant murals here.

#3 Great Falls Park

Photo tip: Let the water take center stage at this location. Huddle together on one of the overlooks in your fleeces on a brisk day and the waterfalls create a brilliant backdrop.

Safety regulations: Trails and overlooks are open, but the visitor center is closed. Water fountains are currently not available.

Great Falls Park
9200 Old Dominion Dr.
McLean, VA
Online: nps.gov

#4 A Local Winery

Photo Tip: A great picture has a backdrop that enhances a person's portrait, it doesn't compete with it. Wineries offer a rich background that blends foliage with rustic stone and wood. Even in the winter, snow covered vines add an architectural element to a family portrait.

Find a local DC winery here.

#5 Gravelly Point Park

Photo Tip: Timing really is everything with this one but capturing your faces, or at least your eyes, below a plane taking off is possible! It may take a few tries and a few different angles but don’t give up!

Gravelly Point Park
George Washington Pkwy.
Arlington, VA
Online: nps.gov

#6 Howard County Conservancy

Photo tip: You want to add texture to the back of your subjects, and this location offers a variety to choose from. You'll find rolling hills, tall grasses and historic structures. Plus, the lighting at dusk is dreamy. It's a favorite spot for DC photographers, like Yasmina Cowan.

Safety regulations: Trails remain open from dawn to dusk, but nature center is currently closed.

Howard County Conservancy
10520 Old Frederick Rd.
Woodstock, MD
Online: https://www.howardnature.org/

#7 Any Park or Playground

Photo tip: On the swing, in the sandbox, going down the slide, if you’re there, take a picture just for fun! Two pairs of feet at the top of a twisty slide capture the moment just as nicely as two pairs of eyes smiling at the camera. And, after all, capturing the moment is photos are all about.

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—Meghan Yudes Meyers and Tricia Mirchandani

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by Karly WoodFebruary 8, 2021

As a brand, Nike has always been a forerunner of innovation. In 2015, the company launched the first products in its FlyEase line that was largely inspired by teenager Matthew Walzer who was seeking an easy way to put on shoes.

Now the collection is expanding not only with a new style, but one that is completely hands off. So how does the new Nike GO FlyEase work? Check out the amazing video below.

Nike uses a bi-stable hinge that allows the shoe to be secure in fully open and fully closed states. The shoe also used a signature Nike GO FlyEase tensioner which uses the motion of kicking off a shoe to redefine function.

The innovative new footwear is perfect for athletes, people on the go and especially moms who have their hands full. The initial launch comes in three colorways: white, Celestine Blue and Volt, black, Dynamic Turquoise and Hyper Crimson, and black, Anthracite and Racer Blue.

For now, the Nike GO FlyEase shoes will only be available by invite for select Nike Members, but the brand will roll out to the general public within the year. Stay tuned for pricing and availability.

––Karly Wood

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Time for a Staycation: California’s LEGOLAND Castle Hotel Is Finally Re-Opening

by Karly WoodFebruary 5, 2021

LEGOLAND California may still be closed, but that doesn’t mean you can’t plan a pretty awesome staycation. The resort has announced that the LEGOLAND Castle Hotel is reopening Feb. 12!

Because the theme park is still off limits, hotel guest will get special, free access to see the LEGO builds in Miniland U.S.A., exclusive play in the Hideaways free play zone, and shopping in The Big Shop. In addition, you’ll be able to see the first, second and third place winning LEGO models from, “LEGO MASTERS” on display in The Big Shop!

photo: Courtesy of LEGOLAND

Rooms start at $169 for weekends in February. Head to legoland.com to book you stay.

––Karly Wood

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Can’t Visit Your Fave Museum? This Is the Next Best Thing

by Karly WoodJanuary 21, 2021

Museums may still be closed but that doesn’t mean kiddos have to miss out on all the fun. In a new announcement, PBS has shared it is now collaborating with the Smithsonian Institution to bring tons of content for PreK through 12th grade to educators across the U.S.

Starting today, you can access a huge collection of free, standards-aligned Smithsonian content on PBS LearningMedia. Everything on the hub is aligned to Common Core and national and state standards and available in a variety of formats, including lesson plans, videos and interactives.

photo: Alejandro Barba via Unsplash

Paula Kerger, CEO of PBS says “PBS and the Smithsonian Institution have a shared commitment to education and helping teachers and learners connect with relevant and meaningful resources. As this challenging year has made abundantly clear, it’s now more important than ever to make high-quality, educational content readily accessible to Americans nationwide. Through this partnership, we hope to build on this commitment to students across the country, helping to prepare them for success in school and beyond.”

Resources available on PBS LearningMedia focus on three main areas for caregivers, parents and educators.

Interdisciplinary resources that bring content from the Smithsonian’s museums by teaching science through art or history through research
Content on contemporary local and global issues
Signature Smithsonian collections and programs, such as virtual tours and the National Air and Space Museum’s Emmy-winning STEM in 30 serie

Users can browse content and filter by standards, grade level, subject and special collections. To access the entire library of Smithsonian learning-ready resources, visit PBS LearningMedia.

––Karly Wood

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11 Things We Can’t Wait to Do in 2021

by Shannan RoussDecember 30, 2020

With a slate of family-friendly flicks at the newest pop-up drive-in and a dino-mite drive-thru experience coming to the Rose Bowl, we are so ready for 2021. And we’re hopeful that many of our favorite outdoor destinations (like the L.A. Zoo and Aquarium of the Pacific) will reopen in the coming weeks. Read on for all the fun things that we can’t wait to do in the year ahead, plus get tips for staying connected in the meantime.

See Dinosaurs at the Newest Drive-Thru

While we're hopeful that many of our favorite annual LA events will be happening later on in the year, there are no guarantees. But we do at least know that the upcoming Jurassic Quest Drive-Thru is a go! The event will take place at Pasadena's Rose Bowl Stadium, from Jan. 15-Jan. 31. Tickets are already on sale for the hourlong experience, which features over 70 life-like, animatronic dinosaurs.

Online: jurassicquest.com

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Park at a Drive-In

In January, The Little Mermaid, Cars, Toy Story 4 and more will be showing at LA's newest pop-up drive-in, Rooftop Cinemas at the Santa Monica Airport. If you haven't made it to a drive-in yet, don't miss this opportunity. Bring blankets and pillows, pop open your trunk and let the kids settle in for a throwback big-screen experience.

Online: rooftopcinemaclub.com

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Meet the Newest Animals at the LA Zoo

On Dec.7, the Los Angeles Zoo closed due to the latest Stay at Home orders. (It had reopened back in October, with time entries, limited capacity and additional safety guidelines in place.) The Zoo announced that it would be closed for a minimum of three weeks. We're hopeful that it will open at some point later in January or February of 2021. And we can't wait to meet this little baby langur monkey who is giving us major Baby Yoda vibes. Also new to the zoo? An itty-bitty California Condor chick.

To stay up to date on the L.A. Zoo's reopening plans, follow them on Instagram.

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Dine Out (While Wearing Masks)

As Angelenos, we're fortunate enough to be able to enjoy outdoor dining pretty much year-round. Although even dining al fresco at our favorite restaurants is off-limits for now. But when it's once again safe to do so, we'll be visiting our favorite kid-friendly outdoor patios at these LA restaurants.

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Feed the Moon Jellyfish at Aquarium of the Pacific

Long Beach's Aquarium of the Pacific was one of the first destinations to reopen this summer. Even with the indoor areas of the Aquarium closed, there was still plenty to see outdoors, including a Moon Jelly Touch Lab is, Stingray Touch Pool and Lorikeet Forest. Like the L.A. Zoo, the Aquarium announced in early December that it would be closed for at least three weeks. Until it reopens, we'll be zoning out with the Aquarium's animal webcams—we dare you not to feel more relaxed after watching these jellyfish drifting in the water.

Take a Staycation/Vacation/Any Kinda'cation

Leisure travel is restricted for now, so even our jaunt to a nearby cabin rental had to be postponed. Once we get the green light, we can't wait to road trip it outta town.

Check out our favorite nearby rentals for families.

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Create with Cayton Creators

Cayton Children's Museum in Santa Monica put their weekly outdoor event, Cayton Creators, on pause at the beginning of December. But we're optimistic it will be back in the new year. Check here for updates.

Online: caytonmuseum.org

And some day… (hopefully sooner rather than later)

Ride the Santa Monica Pier Carousel

We're feeling nostalgic for the iconic merry-go-round, which hasn't seen any riders since pre-pandemic days. While all the rides on the pier are also closed, the pier itself is at least open if you want to take a stroll along the historic landmark.

Online: pacpark.com

Board the Trains in Travel Town

Old train cars to explore, lots of grass to run around, a mini locomotive to ride—this is toddler heaven and we can't wait for it to reopen. Until then, we'll be exploring the trails of Griffith Park (and beyond).

Make a Splash at Kidspace

One of our favorite museums for kids has been closed for way too long. As much as we love all the online content they're giving us, we can't wait to be there again IRL.

Have a Ball at an Indoor Playground

Let's be honest: Ball pits were already a germaphobes worst nightmare, even if kids can't get enough of them. Maybe one day when the pandemic is behind us, we'll be able to watch our little ones slide into a mass of plastic balls and only cringe a little.

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