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Chapter Books for Early Readers

Create enthusiastic readers with Magic Tree House (MTH) early chapter book choices for beginning independent readers that are fun, accessible, and help improve comprehension and the habit of reading.

Ready to use these MTH books and more in your classroom? Visit MTHClassroomAdventures.org for downloadable MTH resources or head to www.MagicTreeHouse.com. Eligible educators can join First Book's Network to bring new books and resources to the classroom.

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Let's read and grow together with 12 months of recommended books, authors, and teaching resources that promote diversity and inclusion.

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History of National Thank a Mail Carrier Day

"Neither snow nor rain nor heat nor gloom of night stays these couriers from the swift completion of their appointed rounds."

Although these words are carved in stone over the entrance to the old New York City Post Office building on 8th Avenue, the U.S. Postal Service does not have an official motto. But if it did, this would surely be it.

According to the USPS, the quote often mistaken as the U.S. Post Office motto comes from "The Persian Wars" written by the ancient Greek historian Herodotus around 445 B.C. and refers to the Persian system of mounted postal couriers who "served with great fidelity" during the wars between the Greeks and Persians (500-449 B.C.).It serves as a fitting tribute to our nation's letter carriers who "serve with great fidelity" in the faithful execution of their work as public servants.

Beginning in 1692, the first formal system of mail delivery was established in the American colonies. Postmasters were appointed in each colony with a tavern utilized in each community by postal riders for depositing mail instead of delivering mail directly to individual addresses.

In 1775, the Second Continental Congress established the creation of a United States Post Office and appointed Benjamin Franklin as head of the department. A woman named Mary Katherine Goddard who served under Franklin may have been America's first female postmaster when she was appointed by Franklin to be postmaster in Baltimore Maryland that same year. This early Post Office Department hired post riders who rode horseback hundreds of miles over dangerous and isolated territory to deliver mail to remote post offices. Some of these brave post riders were commissioned to alert the colonies when British troops were on the move in the early stages of the American War for Independence, and thus the Post Office played a critical role in the American revolution.

After winning the fight for independence from Britain, the first officially recognized Post Office Department of the United States of America opened in 1792, authorized by the newly ratified United States Constitution that empowered Congress to establish Post Offices.

An efficient and dependable system of mail delivery continues to be a vital part of the preservation and strength of modern societies, just as it was vital to the expansion of ancient civilizations. As Herodotus recounted so eloquently, those who carry and deliver mail and "serve with great fidelity" deserve to be recognized and appreciated. On National Thank a Mail Carrier Day, we celebrate the men and women who continue this honorable tradition.

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NATIONAL THANK A MAIL CARRIER DAY - February 4, 2022 | National Today

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"Neither snow nor rain nor heat nor gloom of night stays these couriers from the swift completion of their appointed rounds." Although these words are carved in stone over the entrance to the old New York City Post Office building on 8th Avenue, the U.S. Postal Service does not have an official motto.

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Blind Date with  Book 2013 | Library displays, School library displays, Library book displays

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Jul 22, 2013 - Short on dates this Valentine's Day? Let us set you up with something special. Don't worry, they all have great personalities.

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The Research-Based Design Product Certification serves as a rigorous, reliable signal for district and school administrators, educators, and families looking for evidence of research-based education technology products that are based in research about learning.

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Accelerated Reader helps you guide students while engaging quizzes and activities help hone students' reading skills and encourage growth.

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Scholastic Book Fairs is excited to offer new safe and flexible Fair models to ensure every student can experience the magic of a Book Fair, whether learning in-school or at home.

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When we take care of #OurHearts as part of our self-care, we set an example for those around us to do the same.

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A Simplified Book Tasting in the Elementary Classroom | Book tasting, Middle school books, Middle school reading

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Dec 11, 2018 - A book pass is a simplified book tasting and it will get students excited about reading books! It will introduce them to new authors, series and genres.

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Is silent reading time a struggle in your classroom? Here are some unique and fun strategies to use in y… | Reading classroom, First grade reading, Teaching reading

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Sep 11, 2016 - Is silent reading time a struggle in your classroom? Here are some unique and fun strategies to use in your classroom to improve your students' independent and silent reading time.

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Aug 22, 2017 - Here is a great way to encourage and reward readers. Over the summer I actually participated in an adult book bingo sponsored by my local city library. It was a lot of fun and it really did push me to try some books that I wouldn't have otherwise. I was also really excited to finish up a complete ...

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The Wanted Women of History library display for Women's History Month | School library book displays, School library displays, Library book displays

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Mar 8, 2016 - The Wanted Women of History library display for Women's History Month