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July 2008, Vol. 2

	Dear Teacher, The Olympic Games are not only exciting; they also offer a wonderful teaching opportunity. Focusing on the context of past Olympic Games is a great way to introduce history lessons to your class, and researching past athletes will inspire your students. The controversy surrounding this year's Summer Games provides an opportunity to discuss China, the actions of its government, and the security issues facing the events. Whether your students need to focus on phonics, spelling, grammar, or penmanship, our Language Arts resources will provide the information you need. Algebra, an important area of mathematics, can also be integrated into your reading, science, social studies, and other curricula. Explore inventors and inventions with your students and discover a world of unlimited possibilities. You'll really spark their imagination! Are you starting your first year of teaching this fall? Don't worry – we have plenty of resources to help you acclimate to the classroom. Find behavior management advice, rules for the first days, and things every teacher should have in the classroom, plus much more. Best Wishes, The Editors of TeacherVision.com FEATURED THEMES Olympic Games Sports, famous athletes, and statistics – the Olympic Games provide a wealth of opportunity for learning! 2008 Summer Olympic Events Top 10 Olympic Games Controversies Controversy Around Beijing Olympic Games What Are the Modern Olympics? Modern Olympic Games: Symbols & Traditions Classroom Olympic Games Olympic Games Facts Olympic Games Leaders Olympic Games Scandals: From Bribery to Steroids History of the Olympic Torch, Flame, and Relay Olympic Games and Politics Timeline Daily Warm-Up: Michelle Kwan Write a Letter to Jesse Owens A Day at the Ancient Olympic Games A Surprising Olympic Games More Olympic Games Resources Language Arts Teach your students about global warming and how it affects them and the environment. Alphabet Activities Printable Book: A-F Letter Identification Alphabet Organizer Alphabetizing Printable Book (K-4) Vocabulary Web Vocabulary Practice Frame Basic Journalism Story Starters How to Write a Research Paper Report Card Comments & Phrases: General and Handwriting Favorite Writing Graphic Organizers Slideshow Sample Essay Outlines Comprehension Cards Science and Language Arts: I Hear a Symphony Word Webbing Be Clear More Language Arts Resources Algebra Enhance your students' algebra skills with these lessons, printables, and activities. Algebra Printable Book (9-12) Jazz and Math: Improvisation Permutations Algebra Tiles Algebra: Integers and Equations Algebra: Patterns and Functions Energy and Electricity Patterns in Numbers: Beginning Algebra Concepts Number Factories Pizza Pieces Calder Mobiles Exploring Algebra: Using a Balance Scale Model Using Equations Foundations of Algebra More Algebra Resources Inventions From catapults to artificial hearts, discover the many fascinating inventions of the past. Inventions & Machines Printable Book (K-4) Invention Connection Invent a Sport Women Inventors African-American Inventors Now or Long Ago? Ingenious Inventors Match Chinese Inventions Word Search Photographs in a Flash It's Instrumental: Invent a Musical Instrument Invent It! Illustrate It! Share It! Serendipity in Science Science, Technology, and Society: Virtual Heart Bringing Science History to Life Who's Responsible for This? Make an Invention Time Line More Inventions Resources TEACHING TOOLS New Teacher The new school year is just around the corner. Make sure you prepare yourself now! First Questions First FAQs for the First Days of School Top 10 Free (& Cheap) Rewards for Students Preparing for the First Day of School First Day at the Secondary Level Ten Guiding Principles for the Beginning of the Year Top 10 Things Every Teacher Needs in the Classroom Helpful Bits of Advice from Veteran Teachers Top Signs of Trouble for Kids in Grades K-5 Time Management Tips for Teachers Standards for Good Teaching Behavior Management Tips for the Classroom Tips for Achieving and Maintaining Discipline Seating Arrangements More New Teacher Resources				Early Learning   These resources for young learners focus on basic reading skills, perfect for August – Get Ready for Kindergarten Month. Nature Drawing and Labels Understanding Books Read Out Loud Pictures About Books Get Ready to Read! One-on-One Activity Cards Print Get Ready to Read! Group Activity Cards Making a Shopping List Show and Tell: A Favorite Book Drawing a Face More Early Learning Resources   Slideshows   Click through each slideshow to find some of our favorite content on any given topic. Most Popular Graphic Organizers Awards, Certificates, and Notes for the Classroom Create a Meaningful Open House Top 10 Books on Teaching PowerPoint Projects Slideshow, Grades 4-8 Favorite Autumn Activities Slideshow (K-8) Most Popular Literature Guides for Intermediate Students Poetry Lessons & Activities (Grades 3-5) Science Graphic Organizers Word Processing Projects Slideshow, Grades 4-8 More Slideshows   Art   August 9 is International Art Appreciation Day. Celebrate with these projects! Self-Portrait Multicultural Statue of Liberty Cinquain Mosaics Ralph Masiello's Dinosaur Drawing Book Coloring Page Printable Coloring Book of African-Americans (2-6) Stained Glass Sun-Catchers Backyardigans Finger Puppets Autumn Leaf Art Projects More Art Resources   New Content Find the latest additions to TeacherVision.com: Pros and Cons Move That Bridge! Oceans Map The Stages of a River The Six Kingdoms The Life Cycle of a Star More New Content Timely Topics   Emily Brontë's Birthday (July 30, 1818) J.K. Rowling's Birthday (July 31, 1965) Blueberries Month (July) National Recreation & Parks Month (July) Friendship Day (August 5) International Art Appreciation Day (August 9) International Youth Day (August 12) International Left-Handers Day (August 13) Lucy Stone's Birthday (August 13, 1818) National Tooth Fairy Day (August 22) Day for Remembrance of Slave Trade & Abolition (August 23) Mexico Gained Independence from Spain (August 24, 1821) Women's Equality Day (August 26) Hurricane Katrina Devastated Gulf Coast (August 29, 2005) International Blog Day (August 31) Back-to-School Month (August) Family Fun Month (August) Inventor's Month (August) More July Events More August Events