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National Ice Cream Month Freebies

Can you remember a time when ice cream wasn't a national favorite? The ice cold treat has been around for generations. Whether you visit an ice cream store or make your own dessert at home, July is the month to celebrate the creamy concoction.

On the Gulf Coast of Texas, the favorite ice cream brand is Blue Bell. Several local factories offer tours that are sure to delight consumers. Yes, you get a free taste test at the end of the tour:

Enjoy National Ice Cream Month by using these fun activities and handouts:

Get more fun National Ice Cream Month activities:

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Enjoy National Ice Cream Month!
Beth, Educator Helper

FREE Fourth of July Coloring Sheets

A fun day of festivities and fireworks deserves some Independence Day coloring sheets!

Have a blast on the Fourth with these freebies:

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Preparing for a Happy Fourth of July

Fireworks, family, food, and fun is a Fourth of July combination sure to entertain everyone! 

First, enjoy a review of the National Independence Day Parade in Washington, D.C.:

Next, partake in some engaging handouts to make the holiday special for all:

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Getting prepared for the Fourth of July should be easy and stress free--so visit Amped Up Learning for all your holiday needs!

Honoring and Celebrating Fathers on Father's Day

It's Dad's day today, so stop and reflect on the wonderful traits fathers bestow upon us. Although my dad passed a couple of year ago, there are many wonderful memories to cherish!

Tommy LaMascus, Wynnewood, Oklahoma

Take time to celebrate Dad today with these make and give freebies:

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Happy Father's Day!
Beth, Educator Helper

FREE Father's Day Finds #2

Looking for more free, fun Father's Day lesson plans? Educator Helper is your one-stop shop for Father's Day fun!

First, if you missed last week's blog post, be sure to pick up your FREE Father's Day lesson plan and activities. Next, discuss whole group the role of a father as that of a caretaker who helps develop physical and emotional growth. 

Follow up with Father's Day freebies below to continue celebrating and honoring fathers on their special day:

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Help promote the celebration of dads on Father's Day!

Fantastic Father's Day Finds

How did Father's Day come about? Start your Father's Day lesson with a short video that explains the history of the holiday:

If you are instructing younger students, use the reading of A Perfect Father's Day by Eve Bunting to reinforce Father's Day and it's importance:

Now, take time to discuss Father's Day and traditional and non-traditional fathers then have students complete the infograph below:

Download Link: Father's Day

Finish up your Father's Day lesson plan with activities that will have students sharing their favorite memories of the holiday:

 Get the Father's Day packet!