|
| 
|
FUTURE TOPICS for THE MINI PAGE
Topics for 2009
Issue 1
Jan. 3-9
The 2009 Calendar
It’s time for The Mini Page 2009 calendar! Kids and teachers love to remember special days in the coming year, along with some of their own family celebrations.
Issue 2
Jan. 10-16
Welcoming a New President
The inauguration of the new president of the United States will take place on Tuesday, Jan. 20. The Mini Page tells all about the ceremony and other events surrounding the inauguration.
Issue 3
Jan. 17-23
Meet the First Lady>
The White House will have a new first lady in January. This Mini Page will introduce kids to her and find out more about what she expects her role to be during her husband’s presidency.
Issue 4
Jan. 24-30
The Seeing Eye
This year marks the 80th birthday of the organization that first trained dogs to assist blind people, The Seeing Eye. The Mini Page will learn more about the organization’s history and how dogs are trained for their tasks.
Issue 5
Jan. 31-Feb. 6
Taking Care of Teeth
February is Children’s Dental Health Month, sponsored by the American Dental Association. We’ll learn what a tooth is made of and how best to take care of our natural teeth so they last a lifetime. Plus, we’ll feature some fun facts about different animal teeth.
Issue 6
Feb. 7-13
Lincoln ’s Great Speech
To honor President Abraham Lincoln’s 200th birthday on Feb. 12, The Mini Page takes a closer look at the Gettysburg Address and events leading up to it.
Issue 7
Feb. 14-20
Making Our Lives Better
Feb. 15-21 is Engineers Week. This issue of The Mini Page identifies some engineering challenges that face us for the 21st century and explains how these important members of our communities will help meet those challenges.
Issue 8
Feb. 21-27
A Long Journey
February is African-American History Month. The Mini Page highlights the historical moments that have led us from slavery to an African-American president in the White House.
Issue 9
Feb. 28-March 6
Plug Into the Newspaper
We celebrate NIE Week this year with an issue about how newspapers can add to every aspect of our lives, from entertainment to health to economics. We also include some newspaper literacy skills.
Issue 10
March 7-13
Iditarod
The Mini Page explores the fascinating Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race in Alaska . This 1,150-mile-long race stretches dogs and people to the limits of their energy. The race begins on March 7 and goes from Anchorage to Nome .
Issue 11
March 14-20
Leprechauns
St. Patrick’s Day is a huge celebration in the United States . We’ll have fun with some history of this holiday and Irish folklore and traditions, focusing specifically on leprechauns.
Issue 12
March 21-27
Women’s History Month
This year is the 150th birthday of Carrie Catt, founder of the League of Women Voters. The Mini Page recalls the history of this influential group and identifies how it seeks to make democracy accessible for all citizens.
Issue 13
March 28-April 3
Deaf History Month
The Mini Page learns about different ways deaf people have managed their disability through history. This month celebrates education achievements for deaf students, which we will highlight in the issue.
Issue 18
May 2-8
A Berry Happy Mom’s Day
These little power-packed fruits have been an essential part of humans’ diets over our entire history. Read about their nutritional value and how they’re grown and harvested, and collect a few delicious recipes to make for Mom.
Issue 19
May 9-15
Sensational Swimmers
Sea turtles are fascinating animals, but their numbers are dwindling. The Mini Page finds out more about how they swim, where they live and how scientists are helping them survive.
Issue 20
May 16-22
Sharing Victories Through Books
This summer, The Mini Page suggests some books full of hope for your reading list.
Issue 21
May 23-29
Catching Up With Military Kids
What’s it like to have a parent (or two) in the military? The Mini Page found out. Also, page 4 reminds us of the traditions and origins of Memorial Day.
Issue 22
May 30-June 5
Rats!
Like humans, rats are very adaptable, and like humans, they can teach what they've learned to their young. This makes them good animals for people to study. It also makes them deadly enemies. The Mini Page looks at this bright, often unwelcome, rodent.
Issue 23
June 6-12
Pompeii
It was 1,930 years ago this August when Mount Vesuvius in Italy erupted, burying nearby Pompeii and many of its citizens. The Mini Page talks to experts about this event and the excavations over many years that brought that city alive again.
Issue 24
June 13-19
Fathers of ...
George Washington is sometimes called the father of our country. What other “fathers of” can we learn about in honor of Father’s Day?
Issue 25
June 20-26
Fitness Disciplines
Most martial arts programs are about a lot more than fighting or defense. They are about discipline and character, too. The Mini Page looks at some of the martial arts programs popular with kids.
|
|
|
| |
 |
|
|
