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Celebrate This Month |
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There’s more to November than Thanksgiving! Find fun inspiration every day, from wacky weeks to do-something-good days. |
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Sandwich Day
On the 3rd, honor this kid-favorite food with this recipe for Beastly Burgers With Carrot Claws, inspired by Maurice Sendak’s Where the Wild Things Are. |
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Election Day
On
the 6th, bring your kids with you to vote, and teach by example what
citizenship means. Can’t get to the polls? Try one of these 5 ways to
volunteer as a family. |
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America Recycles
You probably already recycle every day, but circle the 15th for counting your kids in for fun activities that transform things in your home. We especially love the puppets! |
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What
are you thankful for? And how do you teach your kids about gratitude?
Post your tip to the Scholastic Parents Facebook Wall. |
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Toyland Express
New from Scholastic, this Can You See What I See?
title is perfect for ages 6-9. Chock full of amazing photographs by
Walter Wick, your kids will love the search-and-find adventure of a toy
train’s life. |
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Thanksgiving Videos
Check out our new holiday videos that tell the story of Thanksgiving,
including helpful suggestions for sharing these lessons with your kids. |
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| Dear Parent, |
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| November
is a special month to be thankful — thankful for our families, thankful
for all the people who touch our lives both directly and indirectly.
This month, we’re sharing some of our favorite tools and resources that
help us express our thanks every day. |
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Parent Guide to Fall Fun
Plan a bounty of autumnal activities with your kids, at home and
outdoors, with our exclusive Fall Fun Guide. Try making the Pinecone
Creatures for some natural family fun. |
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10 Questions to Ask
It’s important to know what our kids are doing in school, but
getting them to open up can sometimes be a challenge. Try this list, and
you’re bound to get results! |
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History Keeps Happening
Pop quiz: How many British colonies were there in early America?
Not sure? Brush up on the basics with this brief primer. |
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When Crushes Go Wrong
Kids can get confused by strong emotions, and can end up
ganging-up on others. Read on for more insights and tips on how to deal
with your child’s crushes. |
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Keep Them Reading
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| Books for Giving Thanks |
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Thanksgiving is the perfect time for stories about American history. We really like The Pilgrims’ First Thanksgiving since it explores the kids’ role in the first Thanksgiving. |
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| Books for Honoring American Indians |
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| Books Other Kids Are Reading Now |
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We asked parents on Facebook what books their kids are reading. Check out these kid-sticky stories that are in demand, including The Last Olympian. |
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