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NH Ag Literacy Day - March 17th , 2010

Join NHAITC as we celebrate our Ag heritage here in NH. In honor of National Ag Week, NHATIC has chosen "Sugarbush Spring" by Martha Wilson Chall
This book is all about a NH tradition - Sweet Maple Syrup. Beautifully illustrated this wonderful book explains the joy of an annual spring ritual in NH. The book will be read by a local Ag ambassador and then donated to the school library in celebration
of NH Ag Literacy Day. We encourage all educators to take a few moments to celebrate the bounty of food and clothing that agriculture brings to our lives. If you would like to be part of this
fun day please call the NHAITC office or email us and we'll get
you set up! Click on the book for more information on Ag literacy day!

Read about NH Ag Literacy Day in Franklin.. 2009
The School celebrated NH Ag Literacy Day with reading, farmers and fun! Read more

National Ag Day Essay Contest for 7th - 12th Grades

THEME FOR 2010
“American Agriculture: Abundant, Affordable, Amazing”

The Agriculture Council of America (ACA) calls on seventh- to 12th-grade students each year to submit an original, 450-word essay about the importance of agriculture. This year’s theme is “American Agriculture: Abundant, Affordable, Amazing,” and the deadline is Feb. 12. Teachers and parents are asked to encourage their students to participate. Deadline for National Ag Day Essay Contest Is February 12. For more information click on the apple.

Contact: Jennifer Pickett (913) 491-1895

WOOLY WOOL SCIENCE UNIT AVAILABLE

Aligned with NH Science Frameworks, this interactive six lesson inquiry based science unit for pre-k - 2nd grade, calls for students to use their five senses as they examine raw wool, learn about its insulating properties, and observe how it changes when washed , dried and dyed. Students can experience how spinning turns wool into yarn, and water turns wool into felt. The kit includes all materials necessary for each lesson, books and video. Call or email the office for more details!

As a family farmer owned company that is proud to grow and nurture grapes, Welch's is here to help teach the value of sustainable agriculture and healthy eating.

This year, in partnership with Scholastic, Welch's is supporting school garden programs through Welch's Harvest Grants. Whether you're a child or an adult, planting and tending a garden helps build an understanding of our environment and cultivates a respect for nature. Your child's teacher can apply for a Welch's Harvest Grant and win a school garden by visiting scholastic.com/harvest.

Two schools in every state will be awarded a valuable garden package to help provide entire school communities with a dynamic setting for hands-on discovery, experimentation, and learning. The benefits of gardening are far-reaching and have relevant applications across all areas of learning. You can also visit scholastic.com/harvest to learn more and to access helpful resources and tools to help nurture your child's love of gardening.

Classroom-Farm Pen Pal Program

Improve writing skills, vocabulary and learn what daily life is really like for a farm families...

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					CELEBRATE National Agriculture Week March 14-20 National Ag Day is March 20th. National Ag Day is a day to recognize and celebrate the abundance provided by agriculture. Every year, producers, agricultural associations, corporations, universities, government agencies and countless other across America join together to recognize the contributions of agricultureural and urban areas . Click on the Logo to learn more or get your kit! NHAITC and PLANET GREEN TEAM UP TO KEEP OUR PLANET GREEN AND YOU CAN HELP TOO! Please save your used ink cartridges for NHAITC. We'll provide a box for your location or they can be dropped off at the NH Farm Bureau office or call 224-1934 to make arrangements for pick-up. The earth and NHAITC thank you for your support.
				NH Ag Literacy Day - March 17th , 2010 Join NHAITC as we celebrate our Ag heritage here in NH. In honor of National Ag Week, NHATIC has chosen "Sugarbush Spring" by Martha Wilson Chall This book is all about a NH tradition - Sweet Maple Syrup. Beautifully illustrated this wonderful book explains the joy of an annual spring ritual in NH. The book will be read by a local Ag ambassador and then donated to the school library in celebration of NH Ag Literacy Day. We encourage all educators to take a few moments to celebrate the bounty of food and clothing that agriculture brings to our lives. If you would like to be part of this fun day please call the NHAITC office or email us and we'll get you set up! Click on the book for more information on Ag literacy day! Read about NH Ag Literacy Day in Franklin.. 2009 The School celebrated NH Ag Literacy Day with reading, farmers and fun! Read more National Ag Day Essay Contest for 7th - 12th Grades THEME FOR 2010 “American Agriculture: Abundant, Affordable, Amazing” The Agriculture Council of America (ACA) calls on seventh- to 12th-grade students each year to submit an original, 450-word essay about the importance of agriculture. This year’s theme is “American Agriculture: Abundant, Affordable, Amazing,” and the deadline is Feb. 12. Teachers and parents are asked to encourage their students to participate. Deadline for National Ag Day Essay Contest Is February 12. For more information click on the apple. Contact: Jennifer Pickett (913) 491-1895 WOOLY WOOL SCIENCE UNIT AVAILABLE Aligned with NH Science Frameworks, this interactive six lesson inquiry based science unit for pre-k - 2nd grade, calls for students to use their five senses as they examine raw wool, learn about its insulating properties, and observe how it changes when washed , dried and dyed. Students can experience how spinning turns wool into yarn, and water turns wool into felt. The kit includes all materials necessary for each lesson, books and video. Call or email the office for more details! Could Your Class Use a Garden Grant? As a family farmer owned company that is proud to grow and nurture grapes, Welch's is here to help teach the value of sustainable agriculture and healthy eating. This year, in partnership with Scholastic, Welch's is supporting school garden programs through Welch's Harvest Grants. Whether you're a child or an adult, planting and tending a garden helps build an understanding of our environment and cultivates a respect for nature. Your child's teacher can apply for a Welch's Harvest Grant and win a school garden by visiting scholastic.com/harvest. Two schools in every state will be awarded a valuable garden package to help provide entire school communities with a dynamic setting for hands-on discovery, experimentation, and learning. The benefits of gardening are far-reaching and have relevant applications across all areas of learning. You can also visit scholastic.com/harvest to learn more and to access helpful resources and tools to help nurture your child's love of gardening. Classroom-Farm Pen Pal Program Improve writing skills, vocabulary and learn what daily life is really like for a farm families... (Learn More) Ag Ambassador Program Commnity people becoming involved in their communities. (Learn More...)


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