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1. Classroom Resources | Grades   1 – 12  |  Calendar Activity  |  September 5
   In 1952, Paul Fleischman was born on this day.
   Some of Fleishman's memories in his essay "My House of Voices" are shared with the class. Students then write a descriptive essay that gives a tour of the voices in their homes, school, etc.
2. Classroom Resources | Grades   3 – 12  |  Calendar Activity  |  March 1
   Music in Our Schools Month is in March.
   Students explore the effects of music on a story by reading a story, novel, or play, viewing the musical version, and comparing the two. Students can then select a text read in class and create a musical adaptation.
3. Classroom Resources | Grades   K – 12  |  Calendar Activity  |  April 12
   Today is D.E.A.R. Day!
   April 12 is known as D.E.A.R Day! D.E.A.R. stands for "Drop Everything and Read," a national month-long celebration of reading designed to remind folks of all ages to make reading a priority activity in their lives.