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Dear Founders
After reading short biographies of the men who signed of the Declaration of Independence, students write letters to some of the signers.

Editorial Cartoons
Students in grades 9-12 work in small groups to create editorial cartoons about topics in the news.

Our Flag Throughout History
Students create a timeline of the history of the flag, which serves as a quick visual reference point for discussions of history as well as an interactive learning tool.

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Buddies, Behavior and Teacher Training Encouraging reluctant readers, maintaining discipline outside the classroom, and more. Protective Passes and Teacher Timesaver Better hall passes, tidier mailboxes, and advice for working with student teachers.
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Objectivity Through Anonymity Keep classroom practices fair with random selection methods. The 'Write' Way to Behave Having students write about their misbehavior is valuable for students and teachers.
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Online Art Videos Instruct & Inspire Making movies to teach art concepts has transformed this NEA member's teaching and the way her students learn. Summer Reading Lists Abound on the Web A survey of some of the best children's summer reading lists on the Web.
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