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Students will create mini book reports summarizing the book's key points and sharing their likes, dislikes, and recommendations. Each report will include one picture depicting a significant moment from the story.

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What does the 4th of July mean to me (1)

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Students will be given the prompt: What does the 4th of July mean to you? Students will create a collage based on what the 4th of July means to them. Students will use computers/tablets to create collage through out the day.

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Pages: 60-70

Book Discussion Questions:

1. Reflect on Jack and Annie's journey back home. How have they changed since the beginning of the book? What lessons have they learned from their adventure?

2. Why do you think Jack and Annie were excited to return to the tree house after their mission? What do you think they will do next?

3. Imagine you were Jack or Annie. How would you share your adventure with your friends and family? What would you want them to learn from your experience?

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Revolutionary War on Wednesday — “Magic Tree House”

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Revolutionary War on Wednesday — “Magic Tree House”

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We will be reading This book throughout the week and having discussions with peers about the book every morning after breakfast. For the first day we will read the first 20 pages together.

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The #1 bestselling chapter book series of all time celebrates 25 years with new covers and a new, easy-to-use numbering system!

It is a dark and snowy night when the Magic Tree House whisks Jack and Annie back to colonial times. General George Washington is about to lead his army in a sneak attack against their enemy. But now a terrible weather is making the great general question his plans. Can Jack and Annie keep history on track? The fate of the country rests in their hands!

Did you know that there's a Magic Tree House book for every kid?

Magic Tree House: Adventures with Jack and Annie, perfect for readers who are just beginning chapter books
Merlin Missions: More challenging adventures for the experienced reader
Super Edition: A longer and more dangerous adventure
Fact Trackers: Nonfiction companions to your favorite Magic Tree House adventures

Have more fun with Jack and Annie at MagicTreeHouse.com!

The #1 bestselling chapter book series of all time celebrates 25 years with new covers and a new, easy-to-use numbering system!

It is a dark and snowy night when the Magic Tree House whisks Jack and Annie back to colonial times. General George Washington is about to lead his army in a sneak attack against their enemy. But now a terrible weather is making the great general question his plans. Can Jack and Annie keep history on track? The fate of the country rests in their hands!

Did you know that there's a Magic Tree House book for every kid?

Magic Tree House: Adventures with Jack and Annie, perfect for readers who are just beginning chapter books
Merlin Missions: More challenging adventures for the experienced reader
Super Edition: A longer and more dangerous adventure
Fact Trackers: Nonfiction companions to your favorite Magic Tree House adventures

Have more fun with Jack and Annie at MagicTreeHouse.com!

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The #1 bestselling chapter book series of all time celebrates 25 years with new covers and a new, easy-to-use numbering system! It is a dark and snowy night when the Magic Tree House whisks Jack and Annie back to colonial times. General George Washington is about to lead his army in a sneak attack against their enemy.

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My Dear by Doctor Church I send a hundred & twenty five pounds / and beg you will take the best care of yourself and not / attempt coming in to this town again and if I have an / opportunity of coming or sending out anything or / any of the Children I shall do it pray **** keep up / your spirits and trust your self and us in the hands / of a good God who will take care of us tis all my / Dependance for vain is the help of man aduie my / Love from your /affectionate R. Revere

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Rachel Revere Letter to Paul Revere, April/May 1775 - UM Clements Library

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My Dear by Doctor Church I send a hundred & twenty five pounds / and beg you will take the best care of yourself and not / attempt coming in to this town again and if I have an / opportunity of coming or sending out anything or / any

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Cambridge June 25, 1775

Dear and Hon'd Mother

As per my Duty to you, I would in-
form you of my present state and employment, being rather
scrupulous whether you ever may receive these lines, shall
give but a short sketch of affairs, which if otherwise I would

Before these long threat'ned difficulties began among
us, I had plan'd out to go to Connecticut where I expected
to work the Summer; but the Allwise in his providence
hath very differently plann'd my summers work, which I
hope may turn to his Glory and my good.

I suppose I need not tell you acquaint you of the
manner in which the enemy first approach'd us at Con
-cord, it is more than probable you have had it in print long
since When I was first alarm [ed] I was at Westford,
whither I went to take leave of my Friends, and settle some
affairs that I had in hand, was call'd about Day-light, or a
little after, and rode as post that forenoon, before I could get
to Concord, after which I pursu'd with the rest and fought
that day, tarried at Cambridge that Night, being forbid
to go home, soon after this there was an Army establishd
all business then being stagnated, and a great deal wholly
broke up, I did not know what I could do better than to en-
list. Therefore being hearty in the cause, I did it directly
(and listed) under Captn Oliver Bates, in Collo Prescott's
Regiment with whom I tarried a while till he our Cap
tain was taken sick and went home, when Mr. Joshua
Parker by succession took his place, and makes his ground
good, in whose company I remain yet, where I do a Clerk
or Orderly Sergants business; which requires much care
but the Duty is easier, and the pay higher than a private
Soldiers --. Friday th 16 of June we were orderd to pa
rade at six 'o Clock, with one days provision and Blankets
ready for a March somewhere, but we knew not where
but we readily and cheerfully obey'd the whole that
were call'd for, were these three

Collo Prescotts, Frys, and Nicksons Regiments -- after tarrying
on parade till Nine at Night, we march'd down, on to Charles-
ton Hill against Copts hill in Boston, where we entrench'd
& made a Fort, ten Rod long, and eight wide, with a Breast
-work of about eight more, we work'd there undiscoverd till
about five in the Morning, then we saw our danger, being
against Ships of the Line, and all Boston fortified against
us, The danger we were in made us think there was treach
-ery and that we were brought there to be all slain, and I
must and will say that there was treachery oversight or
presumption in the Conduct of our Officers, for about 5 in the
morning, we not having more than half our fort done, they
began to fire (I suppose as soon as they had orders) pretty briskly
for a few minutes, then ceas'd but soon begun again, and
fird to the number of twenty minutes, (they killd but one of
our Men) then ceas'd to fire till about eleven

oClock when they
began to fire as brisk as ever, which caus'd many of our young
Country people to desert, apprehending the danger in a clearer
manner than others who were more diligent in digging, &
fortifying ourselves against them. We began to be almost
beat out, being fatigued by our Labour, having no sleep the
night before, very little to eat, no drink but rum, but what
we hazzarded our lives to get, we grew faint, Thirsty, hun
-gry and weary. --The enemy fir'd very warm from
Boston, and from on board their Ships till about 2 oClock
when they began to fire from Ships that lay in Ferry way
and from a Ship that lay in the river against us, to stop
our reinforcement, which they did in some Measure -
one cannon cut three Men in two on the neck, Our Officers
sent time after time for Cannon from Cambridge in the Morn
ing & could get but four, the Captn of which fir'd a few times
then swung his Hat three times round to the enemy and
ceas'd to fire, then about three o Clock there was a cessation of
the Cannons roaring, soon after we espied as many as 40, boats
or barges coming over, full of troops it is supposed there were
about 3000 of them, and about 700 of us left, not deserted, besides
500, reinforcement

that could not get nigh enough to us to do us any good till they saw
that we must all be cut off or some of them then they ventur'd to
advance -- When Our officers perceivd that the enemy intended to
Land, they ordered the Artillery to go out of the fort & prevent it if possible
from whence the Artillery Captn took his pieces and return'd home
to Cambridge with much haste, for which he is now confind
and it is expected must suffer death. -- The enemy landed, fronted
before us, and form'd themselves, in an oblong square, in order to
surround, which they did in part -- after they were well form'd
they advancd towards us in order to swallow us up, but they
found a Choaky mouthful of us, 'tho we could do nothing with
our small arms as yet for distance, and had but two Cannon, and
no Gunner, and they from Boston, and from the shipping firing
and throwing Bombs, keeping us down, till they almost sur
rounded us. -- But God in Mercy to us fought our battle, and
tho' we were but few in number, and suffer'd to be defeated
by our enemy, yet we were preserv [ed] in a most wonderful
manner, far beyond our expectation and to our admiration
for out of our Regiment there were but 37 kill'd 4 or 5 taken
captive, about forty seven Wounded & Oh may I never forget
Gods distinguishing Mercy to me, in sparing my Life, when
they fell on my right hand, and on my left, and close by me,
they were to the eye of reason no more expos'd than myself --
When the Arrows of death flew thick around me, I was preserv'd
while others were suffer'd to fall a prey to our Cruel enemies
O may that God whose Mercy was so far extended in my
preservation, grant me his grace to devote my future Life
to his divine service -- Nor do I conclude that the danger
is yet over, unless God in his Mercy either remove our
enemy, or heal the breach -- but if we should be call'd a-
gain to action I hope to have courage and strength to act
my part valiently in defence of our Liberties & Country
trusting in him who hath hitherto kept me, and hath cov
-er'd my head in the day of battle, and altho' we have
lost four out of our Company & several taken captive
by the enemy of America, I was not suffer'd to be touch'd

I was in the fort when the enemy came in, Jump'd over the
wall and ran half a Mile, where balls flew like hail stones
and Cannon roar'd like thunder, but tho I escap'd then it may be
my turn next after asking your Prayers must conclude wishing
you the best of Blessings, still remain your Dutiful Son

PS, I wish very much to come and see you, 'tis in vain to think of
that now, I desire you to write to me, direct to Peter Brown
Cambridge, to be left at Colo Prescotts Chambers in the South
Colledge, & send by way of Providence to Roxbury from whence
it will be likely to come safe my love to Polly Sally & Patty
have not leisure to write to them in particular, and Conveyance
very uncertain, hope they will excuse me this time --

Today at Cambridge, tomorrow
Tomorrow the Lord only knows where

Mrs. Sarah Brown
Newport
Rhode Island

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American Revolution Animated Kids Lesson   No More Kings   Schoolhouse Rock

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History in under 3 minutes | The American Revolution explained

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Inquiry Question 1: Why did some colonists remain loyal to Britain during the Revolution?

Inquiry Question 2: What consequences did loyal colonists face?

Background reading for students

Choosing Sides in the Revolutionary War: The Loyalists
Before the American Revolution, most British colonists in North America identified as loyal subjects of King George III. Even though tensions were growing between the colonists and the British Parliament, most North American colonists were still respectful of their king.

In 1768, things started to change with the landing of troops in Boston. For years, these men lived in Boston homes and other buildings while serving in the military, becoming part of the community. Things changed in 1774 when Bostonians learned that British troops had seized gunpowder near Charlestown, Massachusetts. In response, 4000 militiamen rushed to Boston ready to fight. A similar instance in Concord, Massachusetts in April 1775, led to hundreds of British troops dead or wounded.

These conflicts, along with the writing of the Declaration of Independence, forced colonists to choose between remaining loyal subjects to the British crown or becoming something new - patriotic Americans. Colonists had to think about family, religion, and occupations before making the difficult choice to remain loyal or not.

Appointed government officials, ministers, merchants, and common folk were some of the people who remained loyal to the crown. Others like farmers, sailors, and laborers did not like the British Parliament, but also did not want to participate in a war. Some colonists believed that the known government of Britain was better than the unknown government of a new America.

Women had little choice in the matter. Married women had to follow their husband's loyalties, and unmarried women's choices were made by their fathers or brothers. Some enslaved escaped their owners and served with the British forces, and sometimes offered their freedom. Indigenous people fought on both sides only to be abandoned at the end of the war.

Loyalists faced unique hardships during the war. Their names were printed in newspapers and they were called enemies of the state. Their homes were sometimes taken by state governments and auctioned off to raise money for the war. Some Loyalists were exiled from the colony and made to move to Nova Scotia or return to England.

Some Loyalists fought back and helped the British army to win important victories. Women like Ann Bates and Elizabeth Thompson served as spies for the British troops. Molly Brant, a Mohawk woman who was married to a British leader, helped to establish relationships between the Mohawk people and the British army.

When the war ended in 1783, between 63,000 and 100,000 Loyalists left the United States for other regions in the British Empire. The war ripped families and communities apart. Many of the people who left knew that they would likely not see their loved ones again. Most Loyalist communities were characterized by a feeling of loss.

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Massachusetts Loyalists: Revolution and Exile

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Massachusetts Loyalists: Revolution and Exile Inquiry Question 1: Why did some colonists remain loyal to Britain during the Revolution? Inquiry Question 2: What consequences did loyal colonists face? Background reading for students Choosing Sides in the Revolutionary War: The Loyalists

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APPLE PIE 4TH OF JULY Book Read Aloud | 4th of July Books for Kids | Children's Books Read Aloud

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Liberty's Kids 114 - The First Fourth of July

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It's hard to imagine Independence Day without fireworks. But how did this tradition get started?

As it turns out, setting off mini-explosions of all shapes and colors (but particularly red, white and blue) on July 4 goes back almost as far as American independence itself.

Fireworks have a long and colorful history, but the story of how they became ubiquitous on July 4 dates to the summer of 1776, during the first months of the Revolutionary War. On July 1, delegates of the Continental Congress were in Philadelphia, debating over whether the 13 original colonies should declare their independence from Britain's Parliament as well as King George III himself.

That night, news arrived that British ships had sailed into New York Harbor, posing an immediate threat to the Continental troops commanded by George Washington. On July 2, delegates from 12 colonies voted in favor of independence (New York would follow suit on July 9) and the motion carried. On July 3, even as Congress revised a draft of the declaration composed by Thomas Jefferson, an excited John Adams took up his pen to write to his wife, Abigail.

"The Second Day of July 1776, will be the most memorable Epocha, in the History of America," Adams wrote. "I am apt to believe that it will be celebrated, by succeeding Generations, as the great anniversary Festival...It ought to be solemnized with Pomp and Parade, with Shews, Games, Sports, Guns, Bells, Bonfires and Illuminations from one End of this Continent to the other from this Time forward forever more."

Adams was off by a couple of days.

On July 4, after making a total of 86 (mostly small) changes to Jefferson's draft, Congress officially adopted the Declaration of Independence, though most of the delegates didn't even sign the document until August 2. Some impromptu celebrations greeted the declaration's first public readings on July 8, in front of local militia troops in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, but the first organized celebration of Independence Day would take place in Philadelphia on July 4, 1777.

"Yesterday the 4th of July, being the anniversary of the Independence of the United States of America, was celebrated in this city with demonstrations of joy and festivity," reported the Pennsylvania Evening Post on July 5, 1777. "About noon all the armed ships and gallies in the river were drawn up before the city, dressed in the gayest manner, with the colors of the United States and streamers displayed."

After each ship's cannon fired a 13-gun salute (in honor of the 13 colonies), the festivities continued, including an elegant dinner, a military demonstration and a performance by a Hessian band. "The evening was closed with the ringing of bells," the Evening Post reported, "and at night there was a grand exhibition of fireworks (which began and concluded with thirteen rockets) on the Commons, and the city was beautifully illuminated."

Did you know? Adams lived to see exactly 50 years of American independence. On July 4, 1826, the 50th anniversary of Congress' adoption of the Declaration of Independence, he died at his home in Quincy, Massachusetts, just five hours after Jefferson's death in Virginia.

Adams's hometown of Boston saw its own fireworks display that July 4th, as Colonel Thomas Crafts of the Sons of Liberty took the opportunity to set off fireworks and shells over Boston Common. In the years to come, various cities continued the tradition of celebrating independence, holding picnics, parades, speeches and fireworks displays for the occasion, though Boston was the first to designate July 4 an official holiday (in 1783).

By the time Independence Day celebrations really took off after the War of 1812 (another conflict pitting the United States against Britain), fireworks were even more widely available. They would become an increasingly important part of the festivities in the years to come, as public safety concerns caused cannon and gunfire to be gradually phased out of celebrations.

In 1870, Congress established Independence Day as an official holiday. By 1898, a reporter would note that "the American Fourth of July is the greatest event the maker of firecrackers knows," historian James Heintze recorded in The Fourth of July Encyclopedia.

As every July 4 brings numerous fireworks-related accidents, some causing injuries and even deaths, many cities and states would pass bans on different types of pyrotechnics; Adams's native Massachusetts, for example, now bans all consumer fireworks. Despite these safety concerns, Americans spend somewhere around $1 billion on fireworks each July 4, allowing for a nationwide celebration of independence John Adams would surely have appreciated.

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Why Do We Celebrate July 4 With Fireworks?

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It's hard to imagine Independence Day without fireworks. But how did this tradition get started? As it turns out, setting off mini-explosions of all shapes and colors (but particularly red, white and blue) on July 4 goes back almost as far as American independence itself.

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W.6.2 Write the text in a variety of modes. a. Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons, relevant evidence, and literary theory.

Have students write a piece of text that supports the claim why the person would be a loyalist vs Revolutionary

W.6.9 Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and inquiry.

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Create a nonfiction reading and writing workshop for students interested In STEM.

Innovative teaching strategies are welcomed within this diverse
learning community.

This workshop will be a part of
the district’s week-long Summer Enrichment program.

We have also been asked to use technology and hands-on materials that students can use.

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Pages: 20-40

Book Discussion Questions:

What do you think about the way Jack and Annie find themselves in the middle of the Revolutionary War? How would you feel if you suddenly found yourself in a different time period like they did?

2. Why do you think Jack and Annie were chosen for this mission? What special qualities do they have that make them good adventurers?

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Pages: 40-60

Book Discussion Questions:

1. When Jack and Annie meet George Washington, what do you notice about his character? How does he treat Jack and Annie, and why do you think he does so?

2. As Jack and Annie help the American soldiers, what challenges do they face? How do they use their skills and the resources around them to overcome these challenges?

3. Discuss the significance of the Battle of Yorktown in the story. Why was this battle so important for the American Revolution, and how do Jack and Annie contribute to it?

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Students will produce a mini play, base on the chapter book, we have been reading.

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This video, from Teachers TV, gives ideas on how to bring fireworks demonstrations into the science lab in a safe and fascinating way. It illustrates experiments relating to the secondary school science curriculum. These include: * combustion basics, oxidation and oxidising agents * creating a flash * displacement reactions * making your own delay fuse * sparklers * flame colours / flame test * generating thrust.

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Fireworks are explosions of numerous small pellets of black powder called stars. The main ingredient in fireworks is black powder, which explodes when ignited (lit on fire). In addition to black powder, firework stars contain different chemicals or metals to create certain colors. The stars are intentionally arranged to create various firework shapes or images.

July 4th fireworks, Washington, DC. Carol M. Highsmith, photographer, 2007. Prints & Photographs Division, Library of Congress

The fireworks we enjoy at large celebrations are called aerials. To assemble aerial fireworks, trained professionals called pyrotechnicians first make stars by mixing black powder with different chemicals or metals. When reacting with heat from exploding black powder, the chosen additive produces a certain color. For instance, mixing copper into a star will produce a blue firework. The stars are then arranged inside a cardboard or plastic container called a shell. How the pellets are arranged within the shell determines the shape of the firework. Lastly, fuses are attached to or embedded within the shell and everything is wrapped in paper.

The Great bridge - Fire-works and illumination, from the Brooklyn side. Drawn by Charles Graham, 1883. Prints & Photographs Division, Library of Congress

Pyrotechnicians don't just make the fireworks; they also supervise every aspect of firework shows. It can take several days to several weeks designing, preparing, and setting up a 20 minute show. To set up an aerial fireworks display, pyrotechnicians prepare the launch site with short metal pipes called mortars. Each shell is placed in a mortar on top of more black powder called the lift charge. The professionals then attach one end of a wire fuse to the lift charge. The other end of the wire fuse is connected to a control panel. When prompted by a computer or trained operator, the panel sends an electric jolt to the shell which ignites the lift charge to create an explosion. This explosion launches the shell into the air and lights the shell's fuse. When the lit fuse reaches the stars in the shell, they explode into the air in the designed shape. The heat from these explosions reacts with the chemicals mixed within each star, and we see the vivid colors and shapes of the fireworks in the nighttime sky.

Fireworks over Houston, Texas. Carol M. Highsmith, photographer, between 1980-2006. Prints & Photographs Division, Library of Congress

Pyrotechnicians carefully measure black powder, chemicals, fuses and other supplies to build fireworks that work properly. These professionals make precise calculations to ensure that each firework projects to the correct altitude (height) and explodes at the right time and in the right location. The next time you enjoy an aerial fireworks show hopefully you can appreciate the exact science that becomes a beautiful celebration of chemistry and physics.

Fireworks Sanderson & Lanergan, pyrotechnists. Prints & Photographs Division, Library of Congress

Published: 11/19/2019. Author: Science Reference Section, Library of Congress

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Introduction to Chemical Reactions and Equations | Don't Memorise

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Happy Memorial Day! I hope everyone is enjoying a long weekend while remembering those who served our great country. We were able to get in some fun family time this weekend at our local amusement and water park. I also set up this fun and easy patriotic craft for the kids this weekend. When I saw a pin for this Patriotic Star Wreath Paper Plate Craft, I knew it would be perfect for Week 22 of the Pinterest Challenge.

A few weeks ago, I set up an "Invitation to Play" for Graylie with cloud dough. That was such a hit that I decided to do something similar over the weekend. This is more of an "Invitation to Craft" and included all the supplies to complete this Star Wreath Paper Plate Craft.
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I included the following supplies:

I used my Cricut Machine to cut the stars out of red and blue cardstock. You could also use a star punch or cut them out by hand. If you do have a Cricut, this was super easy since they already have all the basic shapes loaded into the Design Space App. I am still trying to figure my Cricut out and want to make an effort to use it more. Most of you probably already know about this feature!

Once I had all the supplies set up and the middles cut out of the paper plates, I let them get started right away. I gave them a few instructions:

Color the paper plate first.

Use a glue stick to place the stars around the wreath.

Add glitter glue and sticker gems last.

Once the wreaths were decorated, I punched a couple of holes at the top for the ribbon. I tied a bow while leaving a little bit of a loop at the back so they could hang them up.

This is a super simple and inexpensive craft to make! If you don't want to mess with the paper stars, I think foam stickers would also be a lot of fun with this. If you are looking for a craft to do this summer, definitely give this one a try!

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Patriotic Star Wreath Paper Plate Craft - Easy Summer Craft for Kids

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How do Fireworks Work?  ★  Fireworks for Kids  ★ 4th of July

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Now we will head out side and use our observation skills to experience what we just learned about fireworks.

EXPECTATIONS

Everyone stays behind the line

NO ONE touches the firework beside THE TEACHER

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