FREE Dental Activites for National Dentist's Day on March 6

You might not think about National Dentist Day on March 6 as a time of celebration, but every day is a good day to celebrate taking care of your mouth and teeth.

A great way to encourage dental hygiene and visits is by inviting your local dentist into your classroom to celebrate the holiday and to talk about a profession in dentistry. 

For younger students, begin with an introduction by Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood about a first trip to the dentist:

Discuss the step-by-step process for visiting the dentist for the first time:

Collaborate with local dentistry businesses to provide free toothbrushes, toothpaste, etc. for students. Complete the fun unit with FREE dental activities from Educator Helper:

Click here to get National Dental Month from AUL or 

Click here to get National Dental Month  from TpT

Happy National Dentist's Day!
Beth, Educator Helper

FREE Columbus Day/Indigenous Day Activities

 It's an argument that's been going on for centuries--who discovered America? 

There are many viewpoints on the historical event. A Native American point of view is given in a past newsletter called "Notes from the Chief", a written by Bill John Baker, former Chief of the Cherokee Nation:

 

Take time to discuss and debate true and false historical facts of who discovered America with your students as we celebrate Columbus Day. 

FREE Native American and Columbus Day Activities:

Get the packet of Native American Role Models at AUL 

 or pick up the Columbus bundle at TpT

Other Resources:

Whether celebrating Columbus Day or Indigenous Day, engage in some historical activities to learn more about our country's roots!
Beth, Educator Helper