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February 2007, Volume 1

	Dear Teacher, There is a lot to celebrate in March, and we have the resources and activities to help you bring these events to life in your classroom. First, plan an eventful day of reading on March 2 to celebrate Read Across America Day. Keep a record of the books your students read with the Reading Log, and end the day with a presentation of Reading Awards. Next, study the impact of great women throughout history and their struggle for equal rights during this Women's History Month. Learn about International Women's Day (March 2), and challenge your students to make up their own Women's Day theme song. Finally, celebrate St. Patrick's Day (March 17), while teaching your class some Irish history. Best Wishes, The Editors of TeacherVision.com FEATURED THEMES Read Across America Day Share the joy of reading on Read Across America Day (March 2). Reading Log Educator Guides to Primary Literature Educator Guides to Intermediate/Middle Literature Educator Guides to Secondary Literature Experiencing Literature The Dr. Seuss Connection Reading Journals A Treasure of a Book! Reading Award More Women's History Month Celebrate the accomplishments of past and present women with these resources. International Women's Day The History of Women's History International Women's Day Theme Song Women in "Her" Story Famous Women Women's Right to Vote Little Book Women's Rights Women's Suffrage The All-Female League Three Noteworthy Women Three First Ladies The Nineteenth Amendment More St. Patrick's Day Share in the luck o' the Irish with these St. Patrick's Day activities. St. Patrick's Day The Story of St. Patrick The Shamrock Patch Draw Your Own Leprechaun Contraction Shamrocks It's Your Lucky Day! Irish Almanac What Is the Symbolism of the Irish Flag? Quiz: Facts and Figures about Ireland Quiz: St. Patty's Day More TEACHING TOOLS Parent-Teacher Conferences Prepare for your next round of parent-teacher conferences with these useful resources. Parent Conference Consensus Sheet Parent Conference Considerations Conference Documentation Form How Educators Can Help Parents Work with Their Children on Homework Telephone Conversation Itinerary Telephone Log Parent Request Form Good News Report Conference Thank-You More				Poll: Parent-Teacher Relationships How do you foster positive parent-teacher relationships? Do You: Ask for parent volunteers. Schedule regular conferences with parents. Invite parents to attend special activities. Communicate often with them by telephone or email. Use other ways to communicate. Share your methods of fostering positive parent-teacher relationships with us now! New Teaching Tools and Techniques   We've just added all new teaching resources to help you manage your days in the classroom. Time Management Tips for Teachers Routines and Schedules Assessment vs Evaluation Classroom Management and Success as a Teacher More   Timely Topics   Thomas Edison's Birthday (Feb. 11, 1847) Abraham Lincoln's Birthday (Feb. 12, 1809) Valentine's Day (Feb. 14) Chinese New Year (Feb. 18) Presidents' Day (Feb. 19) George Washington's Birthday (Feb. 22, 1789) Black History Month (February) Read Across America Day (Mar. 2) International Woman's Day (Mar. 8) St. Patrick's Day (Mar. 17) Spring Begins (Mar. 20) Women's History Month (March) Youth Art Month (March) More February Events More March Events