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FUTURE TOPICS for THE MINI PAGE
Topics for 2008
Issue 1 — A 2008 Calendar for Kids
It’s back! The new year couldn’t start off as well without a Mini Page calendar, so we’ll highlight all the important days to come in 2008.
Issue 2 — Meet Astronaut Barbara Morgan
Last August, teacher Barbara Morgan traveled to the International Space Station aboard the space shuttle Endeavour. She talks about her voyage and how she prepared.
Issue 3 — A ‘Thoreau’ Life
The Mini Page examines the life and philosophies of Henry David Thoreau. We cover his famous books and explain a number of quotes from him.
Issue 4 — On the Road for Votes
It’s the height of primary season, and the candidates seem to never sleep as they move around to different states. We’ll talk about what it’s like on the road for them and for the journalists who cover them.
Issue 5 — Communications
Good communicating is an essential life skill. The Mini Page identifies some ways to become a good communicator.
Issue 6 — Chinese New Year
In August, the Summer Olympics will begin in Beijing , China . The Mini Page will take several different looks at China this year, starting with the Chinese New Year. This issue will also include information about one or two of the Olympic events to come.
Issue 7 — Washington ’s Chivalry Rules
In honor of George Washington’s birthday, The Mini Page will highlight some of his “Rules of Civility & Decent Behavior in Company and Conversation.” Our first president had written 110 of them by age 16.
Issue 8 — Sojourner Truth
To commemorate Black History Month and Women’s History Month, The Mini Page takes a close look at Sojourner Truth, the 19th-century abolitionist and activist for women.
Issue 9 — NIE Week — What’s NEW in NEWspapers?
Newspapers are having to adapt to many other media competing for their readers’ attention. We’ll take a look at what newspapers are doing to meet these needs.
Issue 10 — History of Instruments
March is Music in Our Schools Month, and we’ll celebrate by looking at the long history of some favorite instruments.
Issue 11 — Pandas
The second in our China series, this issue will showcase giant pandas. With only about 1,000 left in the wild, these creatures are popular attractions at zoos.
Issue 12 — UN Year of Planet Earth
The Mini Page explores some alternative fuel sources in recognition of the United Nations Year of Planet Earth.
Issue 13 — March 29-April 4
Frogs Are Facing Extinction
Experts say half of all frog species are facing extinction, largely because of a fungus that has spread to frog populations around the world. Read more about this dangerous development and what it means to our ecosystem.
Issue 14 — April 5-11
Dr. King’s Work Lives On
It’s been 40 years since Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated in Memphis , Tenn. The Mini Page looks at the work he was doing when he died and how his colleagues and family honored his legacy after his death.
Issue 15 — April 12-18
Meet Author Laura Amy Schlitz
The Mini Page introduced the authors and illustrators honored with the Newbery Medal, the Caldecott Medal, and the Coretta Scott King awards for 2008.
Issue 16 — April 19-25
China’s Regions
As part of our series about China , The Mini Page examines the regions of that vast Asian country. Page 2 will introduce two more Summer Olympic sports.
Issue 17 — April 26-May 2
What is Cinco de Mayo?
Many people believe Cinco de Mayo is Mexico ’s independence day. But in fact, the holiday celebrates a major victory over the French in the 1800s. The Mini Page explains how this holiday came to be so important to Mexican-Americans.
Issue 18 — May 3-9
Plant a Seed With Mom
For Mother’s Day, why not plant an edible garden? The Mini Page tells you how to plant vegetables, herbs and fruits in a container garden with Mom.
Issue 19 — May 10-16
Summer Reading
Summer’s just a few weeks away! The Mini Page gives some great ideas for books you can take along on your summer journeys.
Issue 26 - June 28-July 4
A’Camping We Will Go
To celebrate Fourth of July, why not take off on a camping trip? The Mini Page offers lists of gear, things to do, and songs to sing around the campfire.
Issue 27 - July 5-11
Urban Farming
Where does our food come from? If you said “The grocery store,” it’s time to get in touch with our food sources. The Mini Page explains urban farming and buying locally and tells why these trends are growing.
Issue 28 - July 12-18
Yesterday’s Games
Summer’s only about half over, but the kids are already bored. The Mini Page revives some of the games that parents or grandparents played as kids, but that may not be as familiar to today’s screen-oriented youth.
Issue 29 - July 19-25
China ’s Landmarks
The Mini Page points out some remarkable landmarks in China and explains two more Olympic sports. (This is the last of the monthly China issues.)
Issue 30 - July 26-Aug. 1
Zoo Disaster Plans
When natural or manmade disasters strike, what happens to zoo animals? The Mini Page finds out.
Issue 31 - Aug. 2-8
The 2008 Summer Olympics
The Beijing Olympics begin on Aug. 8. This Mini Page is a guide to what you’ll see, from the opening ceremony to the closing.
Issue 32 - Aug. 9-15
Get Organized for School
It’s hard to believe school’s starting again. The Mini Page offers some
ideas about getting ready, including getting to bed earlier, getting your
school wardrobe ready and packing your backpack.
Issue 33 - Aug. 16-22
Democratic National Convention — Denver , Colo.
The Mini Page previews the Democratic convention and tells readers about
Denver , where the convention will be held Aug. 25 through 28.
Issue 34 - Aug. 23-29
Republican National Convention — Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minn.
The Mini Page previews the Republican convention and tells readers about
Minneapolis/St. Paul, where the convention will take place Sept. 1 through 4.
Issue 35 - Aug. 30-Sept. 5
Elephant Rehab Shelters
The Mini Page talks with Carol Buckley, co-founder of the Elephant
Sanctuary. The sanctuary offers homes to elephants who are aging or
who have been abused.
Issue 36 - Sept. 6-12
The Physics of NASCAR
There’s a lot of science going on out there on the track! The Mini Page
examines this popular American event and shows how science drives the sport.
Issue 37 - Sept. 13-19
Book Honor Awards
The Mini Page honors the Newbery and Caldecott winners and talks
with 2008 Caldecott Honor Award winner Laura Vaccaro Seeger and 2008
Newbery Honor Award winner Jacqueline Woodson.
Issue 38 - Sept. 20-26
Bullying
The Mini Page speaks with experts about bullying — how students and
parents can react to and avoid bullying situations.
Issue 39 - Sept. 27-Oct. 3
50th Anniversary of NASA
NASA turns 50 years old this year. The Mini Page looks at the space
agency’s out-of-this-world history and its plans for the future.
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