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May 2012, Vol. 2

Boy raising hand in geography class Dear Teachers,

World Oceans Day is June 8, and June 11 marks the birthday of legendary oceanographer Jacques Cousteau (born in 1910); celebrate both these days by learning about the vastness of the world's oceans.

June is also National Rivers Month, so focus on geography of the land and water around you. From maps to quizzes, we have geography resources for every curriculum.

You know how to assign grades to your students, but are you struggling with making constructive comments on their report cards? We're here to help with tips and suggested phrases.

Best Wishes,
The Editors of TeacherVision.com



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ThemesFEATURES

Grades K-2
Dive deep into the study of oceans.
Ocean Resist
Kingfisher Young Knowledge: Oceans and Seas
Teacher's Guide

Ocean Chants
Reading Warm-Up: Geography
Geography & Maps Printable Book
Find the United States in North America
More K-2 Resources

Grades 3-5
Help students learn basic geography with games, flash cards, and more.
Instant Expert: Oceans
Ocean Zones Mini-Lesson
Ocean Zones Word Power
Geography Guide: Grade 3
Geography Flash Cards
Katie Kazoo, Where Are You? Geography Game
More 3-5 Resources

Grades 6-8
Investigate the depths of the ocean!
Ocean (El océano): Spanish Vocabulary
Ocean Speak
Eyewitness: Ocean Digital Book
Quiz: Know Your States
Literature & Math: Stories about Geography & Maps
Geography Guide: Grade 7
More 6-8 Resources

Grades 9-12
Ensure high-school students know how to locate any country or state on a map.
Oceans Map
Activity: Ocean Organisms
Sea Water: Composition of the Ocean
Map Library: The World
Geography Quiz: Middle East Capitals
Maps & Activities Printable Book
More 9-12 Resources

Classroom ManagementTEACHING TOOLS

Report Cards
Make sure you're giving your students thoughtful feedback and criticism of their work, not just their number or letter grades.
Understanding Report Cards: Tips for Parents
Report Card Comments: Academic Achievement &
Improvement

Report Card Comments & Phrases: End of Year
Report Card Comments & Phrases: Language Arts &
Reading

Report Card Comments & Phrases: Math
Report Card Comments & Phrases: Work Habits
Positive Descriptions of Student Behavior
More Report Cards: Advice & Suggested Comments

June 12 is Diary Day
 

Read stories in the diary format, and encourage students to write in journals.
The Diary of Anne Frank:
Literature & Film Guide (5-12)

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Greg
Heffley's Journal
(4-8)

Diary of a Would-Be Princess
Journal Tips for Teachers (4-7)

Ancient Times: Keep a
Traveler's Diary (6-8)

Journal Writing (5-8)
Discussion Guide to Dork
Diaries #1: Tales from a
Not-So-Fabulous Life
(4-8)

Journaling (K-12)
The Diary of Pelly D Reading
Guide (9-12)

More Journaling Strategies

 

Flag Day
 

June 14 commemorates the day in 1777 when the design of the American flag was first adopted.
Top 10 Flag Day Activities
Gallery (K-8)

Flag Day History (3-5)
American Flag (in color) (K-12)
Betsy Ross Flag Company
(3-5)

Betsy Ross Little Book (K-3)
50 Stars and 13 Stripes (1-5)
More Flag Day Resources

 

Summer Learning Guides
 

Get ready for back-to-school—starting now!
Kindergarten Summer
Learning Guide

First Grade Summer Learning
Guide

Second Grade Summer
Learning Guides

Third Grade Summer Learning
Guide

Fourth Grade Summer
Learning Guides

Fifth Grade Summer Learning
Guides

Sixth Grade Summer LearningGuides
More Summer Learning
Guides


 

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Timely Topics
 

CNN Debuted
(June 1, 1980)

First U.S. Space Walk
(June 3, 1965)

U.N. World Environment Day
(June 5)

D-Day
(June 6, 1944)

Anne Frank's Birthday
(June 12, 1929)

Flag Day
(June 14)

Father's Day
(June 17)

Summer Begins
(June 20)

Eric Carle's Birthday
(June 25, 1929)

Helen Keller's Birthday
(June 27, 1880)

National Rivers Month
(June)

Safety Month
(June)

Smile Month
(June)

More June Events

 

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Maurice Sendak
Beloved children's author and illustrator Maurice Sendak, most known for his classic Where the Wild Things Are, passed away May 8, 2012. Commemorate this creative giant by reading Wild Things, Brundibar, Bumble-Ardy, or another one of his lovely books in your classroom.

May Calendar of Events
The month of May is full of holidays and events that you can incorporate into your standard curriculum. Our Educators' Calendar outlines activities for each one, including Transportation Week (5/13-19), Memorial Day (5/28), and World No Tobacco Day (5/31). Plus, celebrate Asian-Pacific-American Heritage Month, Physical Fitness & Sports Month, and Transportation Month all May long!

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Top 10 Educational Technology Resources
Break out of the pencil and paper construct; engage students in your classroom with our Top 10 Favorite Educational Technology Resources. These websites and their interactive content will help you create new and captivating lesson plans for your curriculum.


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