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1. Trace Effects Manual - Chapter 1

   In: Trace Effects Teacher's Manual Format(s): Text

   Download the Teacher's Manual for Chapter 1 of Trace Effects. The manual gives ideas for easy, interactive tasks to complement online games in the classroom.

2. Word Bricks-Longest Sentence

   In: Activate: Games for Learning American English - Word Bricks Format(s): Text

   Students create the longest sentence possible using a set of 15–20 Word Bricks in 3 minutes. Keeping the time limit short makes for a fast-paced, fun atmosphere as teams compete. Download the cards and instructions!

3. ShareAmerica

   Format(s): Website

   Have you seen the new ShareAmerica website? This is a new U.S. website with short articles with news related not only to the U.S. but also to the whole world.

4. Everyday Conversations: Learning American English

   Format(s): Text

   This resource can be used by teachers and learners. Students can listen to and/or read dialogues in English.

5. Word Bricks-Sorting Race

   In: Activate: Games for Learning American English - Word Bricks Format(s): Text

   The latest Word Bricks game, Sorting Race, can be played with just a few extra minutes in class. To play the game, players race to find all words of a certain type in a set of Word Bricks.

6. Poetry Foundation

   Format(s): Website

   Visit the learning lab and learn about historic or contemporary poets or find a poem for almost any special occasion. Discover and celebrate the best poetry at the Poetry Foundation.

7. Not Afraid

   In: American Rhythms Format(s): MP3

   In this song, pop gospel group Turning Pointe wants people everywhere to know that each of us has the strength to fight for our dreams and continue on our journey through life.

8. Can't Stop

   In: American Rhythms Format(s): MP3

   This inspirational song by Ozomatli models the type of Latin music that you often hear on American radio stations. The song has influences of both salsa and rock, and combines rhythms from the two genres.

9. Two Thanksgiving Day Gentlemen

   In: The Gift of the Magi and Other Stories Format(s): Text

   How strong is tradition? For nine years, an old gentleman and a homeless man have met every Thanksgiving Day to share a meal. One year, the day ends in a very different way. Read to find out what happens!

10. Hokey Pokey

    In: Sing Out Loud Children's Songs Format(s): MP3, Text

    This song in the Sing Out Loud Children's Songs collection emphasizes movement and parts of the body. Poster included.

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