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Summer is in full swing! We're on our 2nd month of break already. Celebrate July 4th, Ice Cream Month, Picnic Month, and more. We hope you are taking advantage of the Summer Learning Program. Visit our monthly newsletter to see all the details. Below are just a few highlights.

WHAT'S HAPPENING THIS MONTH?

Here are just a couple of the May events that you can celebrate this month.

1. National Ice Cream Month- Did you know the ice cream industry generates more than $21 billion in the U.S. each year!! Learn how ice cream is made, the history of it all, and the history behind the ice cream cone.


2. National Picnic Month- Don't pack the same old boring picnic basket this summer. Enjoy these creative recipes to spruce up a picnic outing .Find really cute preschool-age picnic-themed songs & games, picnic-themed books, and crafts . Here's a link that offers a lot of tips for packing your picnic basket, games to play for all ages, recipes, and more.


3. July 4th-Adopted the Declaration of Independence 1776-The first public White House, fourth of July celebration, occurred in 1804. We continue to hold parades, picnics, and firework celebrations each year to honor America's independence. Find July 4th crafts, activities, and recipes you can do at home.


4. Macaroni Day (7-7)-Who doesn't love Macaroni and Cheese! How about 30 different ways to make it ? Celebrate Macaroni Day with these fun noodle-inspired crafts - make sure to scroll through the right-hand side for even more links.


5. Ramadan Begins (7-20)-Ramadan is observed on the ninth month of the Islamic Calendar. Fasting begins at daybreak and ends at sunset, and this spiritual reflection and purification lasts the entire month. Learn more about Ramadan, its history, and traditions.

TEACHER RESOURCES

1. Did you know that the intent behind "Stranger Danger" is not always met because it can easily become misguided? Find ways to explain the dangers of our world in ways children can understand.


2. While you are hopefully enjoying some much deserved free-time, take a look at our Teacher Tools to refresh and inspire new lesson plan ideas, classroom strategies, and curriculum resources.


3. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter . I4C is always striving to keep you informed in the industry's latest resources, tips, and educational news.


4. Go to our grade level help for lesson plans, activities, instructionals, and tools organized by grade and subject.

PARENT RESOURCES

1. Make sure your kids SIGN UP FOR OUR FREE SUMMER LEARNING PROGRAM! Get free summer learning activities,summer reading lists, summer lesson reviews, and more.


2. Learn about Independence Day with these fun Fourth of July activities.


3. Keep our kids safe during summer activities! Explore this water safety and drowning prevention website that has a ton of information and links for keeping kids safe around water.


4. Also remember the importance of talking to our children about strangers. "Stranger Danger" doesn't always prove to be the most effective. Find other ways to teach kids about the true issues they may face. Help them understand their rules of safety.


5. Parent Zone- A comprehensive list of everything school related, including homework help, reading help, all subject areas, and educational games.

TECHNOLOGY TIPS

1. Open Word Without Finding the Program: If you right click on your desktop, and highlight "New" you can quickly open a Word document. Other Office tips.


2. Spellcheck Shortcut in Word: Click F7 while in Word and it will automatically proofread your document. Other Keyboard Shortcuts.


3. Add Today's Date Quickly in Word: Click CTRL+ ALT+ D to quickly add the date in any Word document. Other Keyboard Shortcuts.

We also have other basic instruction in Microsoft Office, including Word 2007, Excel 2007, Powerpoint 2007.

OTHER AREAS OF INTEREST

1. Resources for Educators - In this section you can find classroom resources for Exceptional Children, Smartboards, Character Education, Web 2.0 Resources and other topics.
2. Resources for Parents - Parents can find resources
   on assisting their children with homework, time management, Internet Safety, subject area resources, grade level resources and more.