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October 2015
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Your monthly go-to on how to make the most of Scholastic GO!
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Spotlight of the Month | Crime Prevention!
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Move over ghosts and goblins! This month, overcome real fears by recognizing National Crime Prevention Month and reinforcing the importance of community safety.
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GOTube
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Videos to start a discussion
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How can blood be used to solve crimes?
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This Month in History | October
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9
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2007: The Dow Jones Average reached its highest closing value to that point—14,164.53, on the eve of the Great Recession. This level would not be reached again until March 2013.
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1934: The American bank robber and murderer Pretty Boy Floyd was killed by FBI agents. Floyd was something of a hero in Depression- and Dust Bowl-ridden Oklahoma, where he was regarded as a Robin Hood figure.
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30
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1974: Muhammad Ali lands a powerful punch to George Foreman's jaw in the epic fight to regain his world heavyweight boxing championship.
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Event Planner
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October 4–10
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Fire Prevention Week
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IDEA: Invite local firefighters to your school or library to discuss fire safety tips.
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October 6
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American Library Association Founding Anniversary
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IDEA: Take a field trip to the local library to learn more about its history.
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October 12
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Columbus Day
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IDEA: Convene a class to explore the legacy of Christopher Columbus in America.
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October 24
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United Nations Day
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IDEA: Ask students to discuss the importance of the United Nations. Have them prepare a one-page paper that probes its importance to world peace.
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GO! Training
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Learn more about getting the most out of Scholastic GO! by registering to attend one of our upcoming free online training sessions:
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10/15/15 @ 4:30–5:30 pm EST
11/17/15 @ 4:00—5:00 pm EST
12/17/15 @ 4:30–5:30 pm EST
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