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February 2008, Volume 1

	Dear Teacher, February 18 is Presidents' Day. Officially the holiday was created for the celebration of U.S. founding father George Washington, but it's also a great time to introduce your students to the role of the executive branch and the candidates who are currently running for president. Study the amazing human body, with our printables, activities, and lesson plans. From genetics to bones to diseases, we have plenty of different topics that will help you teach your students about everything their body can—and does—do! February is Library Lovers' Month! Show your students the vast resources your school's library has to offer. We have activities to help them learn how to use a dictionary, encyclopedia, call numbers, and more. Use our resources to give parents sound advice on everything from encouraging early reading to organizing homework time. Finally, try our slideshows as a fun and interesting way to view a collection of our best resources. We've taken all of the guesswork out of finding the perfect lesson! Best Wishes, The Editors of TeacherVision.com FEATURED THEMES Presidents' Day Celebrate Presidents' Day (February 18), with our activities and resources. Favorite Presidents' Day Printables Slideshow 2008 Presidential Election Resources Presidents' Day Printable Book (1-3) Presidents' Day Printable Book (4-8) Presidential Trading Cards Celebrating Presidents' Day My Book About George Washington Meet the Presidents Daily Journal Topics: Hail to the Chief Minty: A Story of Young Harriet Tubman Scaling New Heights Theodore Roosevelt Teacher's Guide Presidents' Day Puzzle George Washington: Father of Our Country My Book About Abraham Lincoln Overview of the Presidents Quotations by Famous Presidents Thoughts for the President Abraham Lincoln Coloring Page Silhouette Mobile Deaths & Assassinations Crossword Puzzle Could You Be President? So You Want to Be President? More Presidents' Day Resources Human Body Help your students discover the wonder of the human body. Human Body Printable Book (K-3) This Is My Body Mathematical Scavenger Hunt Through the Human Body Body Parts Human Biology Printable Book (6-10) My Favorite Exercise Organ Systems in the Human Body Bones & Muscles Word Search How Can You Measure Your Body? Major Bones of the Body Gummy Bear Genetics Skin and Bones Big Sneeze Wellness Poster Smoking Lesson (Grades 2-3) Blood Crossword Thought for Food: A Nutrition Lesson Antibacterial Drugs More Human Body Resources Library Resources Help your students learn to use the library and its resources. Using the Dictionary The Monster Using Encyclopedias The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World Animation in the World Making a Bibliography for an Encyclopedia Call Numbers Book Hunt! Favorite Fairy Tale Book Gold Medal Books Research Activities Printable Book (K-4) My Bookworm A Book Case of Color Animals and Their Young The Dedication Page My Favorite Author More Library Resources Slideshows Click through each slideshow to find some of our favorite content on any given topic. Favorite Valentine's Day Printables Favorite Chinese New Year Printables Favorite Presidents' Day Activities Favorite Black History Month Activities Virtual Field Trip of the Underground Railroad in New Bedford, MA Trip Ideas for Black History Month Favorite Martin Luther King Activities Most Popular Graphic Organizer Math Graphic Organizers & Resources Favorite Literature Graphic Organizer Science Graphic Organizers Behavior Management Tips for the Classroom Teacher-Parent Collaboration Ideas Most Popular Literature Guides for Primary Students PowerPoint Projects for Grades 4-8 Internet Projects for Grades 4-8 More Slideshows for Teachers TEACHING TOOLS Advice for Parents These tips for parents may help your students become more successful learners, inside the classroom and out. Reading at Home Developmental Information When Report Cards Don't Make the Grade Family Nights Study Skills & Test Preparation Explaining Assessment Accommodations to Families Parent-Teacher Conferences Homework: Setting the Stage Organization: Advice for Parents Back to School from A to Z: A Parent's Handbook Daily Literacy Routines More Advice for Parents				Valentine's Day Slideshow of Favorite Valentine's Day Printables Valentines Pop-Up Heart Cards Valentine Riddle All About Valentine's Day Heart Puzzle More Valentine's Day Resources Fairy Tales   February 26 is "Tell a Fairy Tale Day." Have fun with your students with these fairy tale resources. Favorite Fairy Tales Library Activity A Real Fairy Tale Daily Warm-Up 87 for Gr. 1 & 2: Fairy Tales and Folklore Daily Warm-Up 96 for Gr. 1 & 2: Fairy Tales and Folklore Daily Warm-Up 90 for Gr. 3 & 4: Fairy Tales and Folklore Daily Warm-Up 93 for Gr. 3 & 4: Fairy Tales and Folklore Daily Warm-Up 84 for Gr. 5 & 6: Fairy Tales and Folklore Daily Warm-Up 89 for Gr. 5 & 6: Fairy Tales and Folklore Goldilocks and the Three Hares Literature Guide Rapunzel Literature Guide Popular Folk Tales & Related Resources   Curious George Activities Curious George's First Day of School Teacher's Guide Curious George Word Search Curious George Mask How to Raise a Curious Reader How to Draw Curious George Curious About Counting? Curious About Spelling? Curious About Math? Curious George Authors: The Reys More Curious George Materials American Heart Month   February is American Heart Month. Teach your students about this magnificent organ, and show them how they can make their heart healthy and strong. Good for You, Heart The First Heart Transplant Science, Technology, and Society: Total Artificial Heart Heart Rate Science Fun: Have a Heart Science, Technology, and Society: Virtual Heart This Is Your Heart Physical Education Resources for Teachers   Kindness Random Acts of Kindness Week is February 11-17 this year. Encourage your students to follow the golden rule with an Acts of Kindness Award, teach them about a peaceable classroom, and have them reflect on what it means to be a friend. Timely Topics   Valentine's Day (February 14) Susan B. Anthony Day (February 15) King Tut's Tomb Opened (February 16, 1923) Presidents' Day (February 18) George Washington's Birthday (February 22, 1732) Leap Year Day (February 29) American Heart Month (February) Black History Month (February) Library Lovers' Month (February) Read Across America Day (March 3) "Star-Spangled Banner" Became National Anthem (March 3, 1931) U.S. Constitution Went into Effect (March 4, 1789) Jack Kerouac's Birthday (March 12, 1922) Julius Caesar Murdered (March 15, 44 B.C.) St. Patrick's Day (March 17) Spring Begins (March 20) Easter (March 23) Lewis & Clark Began Expedition (March 23, 1806) Sandra Day O'Connor's Birthday (March 26, 1930) Music in Our Schools Month (March) Women's History Month (March) Youth Art Month (March) More February Events More March Events