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June 2009, Vol. 2

	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 FEATURED 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 TEACHING 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