PBS Martha Speaks for grades K-2

Based on the best-selling children's book series by Susan Meddaugh, "Martha Speaks" follows the adventures of Martha, a loveable dog whose appetite for alphabet soup gives her the ability to speak. The Martha Speaks Web site has lots of stuff kids can do on their own. The games, videos, and activities are fun, and they help kids learn new words, too!.The new series premieres September 1 and is designed to bolster the vocabulary of 4- to 7-year-olds within the context of great stories in engaging, comical ways. For more information, including interactive games and lesson plans, visit the Martha Speaks site at PBS KIDS.http://www.pbs.org/teachers/newsletter/redir/http:/pbskids.org/martha/ The show helps kids learn what new words mean. This will help them when they learn to read

New York Times Classroom Edition Free Subscription

The New York Times Electronic Edition is a digital replica of the complete New York Times newspaper exactly as it appears in print, including every section, article, photograph and advertisement. Take advantage of our other free curriculum guides and activities for a wealth of lessons using any daily issue of The Times, in nearly every subject.
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