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F = FOOTBALL: Introduce the letter “F” to the students by showing them the written word“FOOTBALL” and helping them identify that it begins with an “F.” Identify students in yourclass who have names beginning with “F.” Have students name other things, objects thatbegin with “F.” Cut a large football shape out of paper, see page 178, and write the letter“F” on it. Have the students tear or cut out magazine pictures of things that begin with theletter “F” and attach them to the football shape.PLAYER OF THE WEEK: Create a bulletin board that focuses on one professional athleteeach week. Discuss qualities beyond athletic ability that make that person someone youwant on your team. Sports biographies, newspapers, magazines and interviews will supplystudents with needed information. Discuss current events in sports related to players andtopics from articles.PENNANTS: Using the reproducible pennant design on page 177 have students becomedesigners. Have students create a pennant for their favorite sports team or invent a newteam. Use felt and other fabric scraps - be creative. Make it bright and colorful, somethingthat stands out so people will take a closer look at your product. Display creationsthroughout the classroom.BULLETIN BOARDS: Design a bulletin board titled “Let’s read about sports.” Havestudents display sports articles from newspapers and magazines. A brief oral or writtenreport can be presented before the article is displayed.LANGUAGE ARTSNew England Patriots Edition 51 Pro Football Hall of Fame Educational Outreach Program