Road Trippin' for Father's Day

Road trippin' with Dad for Father's Day? 

It's a great time to hit the road with Dad and visit one or more of America's national parks! 

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Make the most of a road trip... Learn more about one another then complete the below infograph:

However you decide to spend Father's Day, enjoy your time together!

Happy Father's Day!
Beth, Educator Helper

Juneteenth: The End of Slavery in the U.S.

What is Juneteenth, or Emancipation Day/Freedom Day? Take time to learn and teach the holiday that celebrated the end of slavery in the United States by using the video below:

                     Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JOOguH71--E

For younger students, try the cartoon video below:

               Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T2HAVuld0_0

Juneteenth is celebrated as a holiday in Texas. There are parades, parties, theater productions, and more... 

Learn more about Juneteenth through comic books with opportunities to retell history:

Want to learn more about Juneteenth and Galveston? View more lessons and activities at my TpT Educator Helper storefront:

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Father's Day Freebies

fa·ther

ˈfäT͟Hər/

noun

1. 1.

   a man in relation to his natural child or children.

   synonyms:

   dad
2. 2.

   (often as a title or form of address) a priest.

   "pray for me, Father"

   synonyms:

   priest, pastor, parson, clergyman, cleric, minister, preacher

verb

1. 1.

   be the father of.

   "he fathered three children"

   synonyms:

   parent, be the father of, bring into the world, spawn, sire, breed

There are many synonyms for "father", but a father is more than a natural parent or caregiver. A father is someone who loves and mentors others, who takes time to listen and share, and who steps in to fill shoes that are otherwise empty:

What makes a father happier than ever? A homemade gift that says, "I love you!" Whether planning a get together or an outing, make Father's Day special by taking time to craft your own gift. A homemade gift is a memory that will last forever.

Free Father's Day activities to make and give:

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Happy Father's Day!
Beth, Educator Helper

FREE Memorial Day Thank You Cards and Coloring Pages

We often say, "Happy Memorial Day!" without thinking about the meaning behind the holiday. Do you know someone who has served or sacrificed to defend our democracy and freedom? Take time for remembrance and to say, "Thank you!" to an Armed Services member. 

Help students celebrate Memorial Day and its true meaning with these free activities:

FREE Memorial Day coloring pages:

FREE Memorial Day "Thank You" cards:

Memorial Day and its true meaning is sometimes lost amidst celebrations and fun. Take time to help students recognize the true meaning of Memorial Day.

Thank you, armed service members and all who have served!

Happy Memorial Day!
Beth, Educator Helper

Want to pick up full packets?

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Help students recognize the difference between Memorial Day and Veteran's Day:

Click here to preview this get up and move action story!

End of School Year Appreciation Cards

The end of the school year is near, and it's time to give a big "Thank you!" to those who have made your year a great one! 

Click here for Teacher Appreciation Cards

 Click here for Teen Cards in English and Teen Cards in Spanish!

Thanks, teachers, for all you do...
Have a great summer!
From Beth, Educator Helper