What are your plans for Parents' Day? Enjoying some time off? Relaxing by the pool? Doing some shopping? Reading a book? Whatever your plans are, take time to make wonderful memories!
Visit the National Parents' Day website for unique stories and more.
Already thinking about the new school year? Here's some fun handouts to get started:
For more back to school fun activities, visit Educator Helper storefront!
Hit the road and visit a national park this summer! It's a great time to explore America and learn its history. Enjoy an introduction to our nation's parks:
Here are some photos from the Smoky/Smokey Mountains, spelling debated so the national park is the reference for it:
Enjoy your summer at a national park!
Beth, Educator Helper
It's been a year marked with national disasters--earthquakes, fires, volcanoes, and more... Help students learn how to stay safe and assist others during natural disasters with these activities:
In honor of the new federal holiday--Juneteenth--the following is reposted:
Juneteenth is not a holiday celebrated in all states, but it is a great opportunity to learn about culture and freedom in our country. View "Why All Americans Should Know About Juneteenth":
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6FX-Iisvrj8
Or, take a more child-like approach with Brain Pop's "What is Juneteenth and Why Do We Celebrate":
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LLfRjW6RuDY
Use the free handouts to begin discussions on equity and increase knowledge about Juneteenth:
It's summer! If you are need of something to cool you off, how about a dip of ice cream? What's your favorite--chocolate, strawberry, vanilla, or some other unique flavor?
There's lots of fun to be had with National Ice Cream Day and Month activities. Don't wait until July to celebrate--get started now!
First, learn the Ice Cream Song:
Next, get your local ice cream factory or grocery store to help out with free samples or a tour of the factor or freezer section. If unavailable, try Scholastic's Learn How Ice Cream is Made:
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Learn how ice cream is made at Ben & Jerry's:
Finally, interact and have fun with ice cream activities:
Juneteenth is not a holiday celebrated in all states, but it is a great opportunity to learn about culture and freedom in our country. View "Why All Americans Should Know About Juneteenth":
Or, take a more child-like approach with Brain Pop's "What is Juneteenth and Why Do We Celebrate":
Use the free handouts to begin discussions on equity and increase knowledge about Juneteenth:
