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June 2009, Vol. 2

Student with microscope Dear Teacher,

Happy Independence Day! Students won't have trouble celebrating a holiday that involves cookouts and fireworks, but make sure they know the history behind the celebration – the birth of our country. Whether you're wrapping up the regular school year or teaching summer-school classes, we have activities and resources to make studying the Fourth of July enjoyable. Follow the holiday with a continued focus on American history to emphasize the importance of learning from experience.

Money (or a lack thereof) is on everyone's mind these days. Use our topical lessons and printables on budgeting, money management, and bill-and-coin recognition to ensure your students aren't oblivious to economic issues and strategies. Plus, we have plenty of money-saving tips for the ever-frugal classroom teacher.

Learning study skills is a vital part of every child's education. From test-taking tips to homework helpers, give your students the resources to become educational superstars!

Finally, for all you teachers getting ready for your summer vacation, the editors of TeacherVision wish you a happy and relaxing summer! You deserve the break. Enjoy it!

Best Wishes,
The Editors of TeacherVision.com

ThemesFEATURED THEMES

Fourth of July
Show your patriotism this July 4th.
Favorite July 4th Activities Slideshow
Patriotic Book
50 Stars and 13 Stripes
The Declaration of Independence & Your Own Rights
Star Design
Citizenship Word Search
American Flag Bulletin Board
History of the American Flag
July 4th Trivia
An American Classroom
Write the Lyrics to a Patriotic Song
Patriotic People Mobile
More Fourth of July Resources

American History
Study the people, politics, and events that comprise America's rich history.
Birth of America Printable Book
Citizenship Crossword
All About the Boston Tea Party
Original 13 States Crossword
Learn About Paul Revere
Colonial Hidden Meanings
The Blue & the Gray
The Red Badge of Courage
The American Revolution Crossword
Indentured Servants
American Trivia
More American History Resources

Money
Improve money-management skills – or simply knowledge about bills and coins – with these resources.
Coin Creations
Alligator Snacks
Going on a Field Trip
Profit & the School Store: Using Excel
Time, Measurement & Money Printable Book
Economics Vocabulary
Check It Out!
Money Similes
Money & Finances Printable Book
My Budget: Using Excel
United States Currency
More Money Resources

Classroom ManagementTEACHING TOOLS

Study Skills
Help your students study more effectively with these articles and handouts.
Spelling Using Think, Pair, Share
Helping With Homework (Grades 3-5)
Help Parents Deal with Homework
Literacy/Study Skills Checklist: Primary
Studying for Tests
Taking Notes
Reading Textbooks
Improving Your Study Skills
Memorizing Important Facts
Time Management Tips for Students (Gr. 6)
Homework Contract
Preparing Students for Tests (Grades 3-5)
More Resources on Study Skills

New Content
  The Youngest Templar:
Keeper of the Grail
Reading
Guide
Ezra Jack Keats, Author &
Illustrator: Guides to His
Books

Because I Am Furniture
Discussion Guide

Up Close: Bill Gates
Discussion Guide

Sixth Grade Summer Activity
Guide

First Grade Summer Activity
Guide

Buscalabras: Mystery Word!
Gardening Resources
Popular Drawing Resources
More New Content

 

Happy Birthday
Eric Carle!
 

Eric Carle, the beloved author of children's classics such as The Very Hungry Caterpillar, is celebrating his 80th birthday on June 25! In honor of this wonderful writer and illustrator, enjoy a variety of lessons, printable posters and decorations, and activities about The Very Hungry Caterpillar and Carle's many other wonderful books.

 

Money-Saving Tips for Teachers
Save your cash as you wind up this semester and prepare for back to school.
Money-Saving Tips for Teachers
Top 10 Free (& Cheap) Rewards
for Students

On the Hunt for (Free & Cheap)
Supplies

Top 10 Free Field Trips
Money-Saving Tips for
Professional Development

Finding and Writing Grants
Go on a Building Tour
Working with the Classroom
Budget

Green Classroom Practices That Save Money
More Money-Saving Tips

Timely Topics
  Puerto Rico Became U.S.
Commonwealth

(July 25, 1952)

NASA Established
(July 29, 1958)

Emily Brontë's Birthday
(July 30, 1818)

National Parks & Recreation
Month

(July)

Read an Almanac Month
(July)

Atomic Bomb Dropped on
Hiroshima

(August 6, 1945)

Nixon Resigns
(August 8, 1974)

Smile Week
(August 9-15)

International Youth Day
(August 12)

Left-Handers Day
(August 13)

Panama Canal Opened
(August 15, 1914)

Adolf Hitler Elected Fuhrer
(August 19, 1934)

Women's Equality Day
(August 26)

Hurricane Katrina Devastated
Gulf Coast

(August 29)

Back to School Month
(August)

Inventor's Month
(August)

More July Events
More August Events

 

Highlights

July Events

Find educational resources for every day in July. Fill your July lessons with activities for the Summer, Independence Day (July 4), First World Cup Soccer Tournament (July 13), Ice Cream Day (July 19), First Moon Landing (July 20), Parents Day (July 26), and Beatrix Potter's Birthday (July 28).

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Free Summer Learning Guides – Gr. K-6

Make sure that your incoming students are prepared for the new school year with these packets of fun activities and skill-builders — perfect summer activities to prepare for back-to-school.

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Dealing with Germs in the Classroom

Communicable diseases spread quickly among students in the classroom. We've gathered printables and advice for germ prevention in school. Find tips on how to keep your classroom clean and educate students on preventing diseases, from Swine flu to the common cold.

Educational Clip Art

TeacherVision and DK have teamed up to offer you DK's widely-recognized photographs as downloadable clip art. Find images for the human body, space, holidays, ancient Rome, and more. Feel free to use this clip art for school projects, reports, to create holiday cards, or just for fun!

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