The Rockets Red Glare
by Allen W. McDonnell
 The Start Spangled Banner,
National anthem of the United States of America dates back to the War of 1812. During that
war Frances Scott Key went aboard a British Frigate to negotiate the release of an
important prisoner of war. Find out more about this story.
Patriotic Pot
 This week's Craft of the Week features Patriotic Pots - perfect for
the Fourth of July and Memorial Day! Patriotic Pots liven up any house and make a terrific
centerpiece to remember the birth of our country and the brave people who have defended
her. This craft can easily be done by children age four and older.
Pinwheels
Pinwheels are so much fun to make and
watch spin whether in the use or on a bicycle. They can be a patriotic Fourth of
July decoration if you use red, white, and blue colored construction paper. Stickers
are a great way to add sparkle to your pinwheel
American Flag
This week's
Craft of the Week features a special activity for the Fourth of July. This
American Flag can be made by anyone in your family, even the two year old!
This simple yet beautiful symbol of the United States can be proudly displayed on your
front lawn or as a festive table decoration. As you make the flag you can tell
your child the story of how the flag came to be, why there are 13 stripes, and why there
are 50 stars.
Homemade Marshmallows
 Ever wonder where marshmallows come from? Well, here is a fun and
tasty way to find out. These are great for the holidays packaged in colorful cellophane or
just for dessert. Food coloring can be added for rainbow marshmallows! Have the kids help-
they are sure to get a kick out of it!
Fourth of July Collage
A great way for kids to learn about
what Independence Day means is to have them make a collage. By finding various pictures in
magazines, catalogs etc.. they can identify what it means to be American and what our
independence means to all of us. Also, this is a terrific exercise to develop eye hand
coordination and fine motor skills.
The 50 United States
by Joe Spataro
America,
that is the United States of America is a big place with a lot of materials to study.
Sometimes it's hard to remember some of the little things. Here are some study aids.
The 14th Colony
 by Allen W. McDonnell
Most children in North America learn at an early age that the "Thirteen
Colonies" revolted in 1775 and after 8 long hard years won their independence with
the Treaty of Paris in 1783. What most of us weren't taught is that the British
actually founded 14 colonies on the Atlantic coastline of North America. Find out more.
ABCD's of skin cancer
 Learn the danger signs of skin cancer.
About 96% of skin cancers have a very small cancer of spreading with only 0.1% of
people dying from them. However, a small minority of skin cancers (4%) are called melanoma
and they have a 20% chance of killing you. Learn the ABCD's of melanoma to diagnose them
before they spread too far and take the quiz to see if you're at risk.
Kids Learn
America!:
Bringing Geography to Life With People, Places & History by Patricia Gordon, Reed C.
Snow, Loretta Trezzo Braren
 
Kids Learn America breathes life into geography with experimental, hands-on
learning. The authors make U.S. geography exciting, challenging, memorable--and fun.
Combines history, culture, geography, natural sciences, and art and craft.
Meet the Author
Pamela Waterman
"The Absolute
Best Play Days"
From airplanes to zoos (and Everything in Between)
hosted by Sue Spataro
 Interview &
FREE Excerpt
 Pam Waterman has written a terrific activity
book for all 2-6 year olds called The Absolute Best Play Days. Pam's wonderful book is
sure to keep your children busy and learning- all at the same time!! She has
grouped activities according to themes. Pam gives us everything for your child to do
that goes with the theme - arts and crafts, titles of books and videos, music, and even
snacks! Each of her 52 themed activities is good for a week's worth of fun. This is one
clever and fun book for the whole family. |
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