Why do we celebrate 4th of July? If you ask your children this question you might hear such things as: go on vacations, swimming, go on a picnic, play family games, watch fire works. These are all correct answers because the meaning of the word Celebrate is to observe (a day) or commemorate (an event) with ceremonies or festivities Background Knowledge about the Fourth of July and our Country I believe it is important to teach our children as much about July 4th as we can and

Summer is a busy time with lots of physical activity, such as riding bikes, playing and swimming but it is so important to remember to Read Aloud to your children 15 minutes a day. even after they can read to themselves. Try Summer short readings, using poetry. They stop for a minute to rest and you read a short poem and maybe just maybe they might stay around long enough for a second one. BE PREPARED Gather together all the poetry books you have around the house, buy poetry