Welcome July

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Hello, Friends.

This weekend we kick off the month of July in style with four glorious days of Independence Day celebrations! 

Sink your teeth into this Independence Day article from History.com. 

And here are some spectacular fireworks to enjoy  

Sing and Sign the Star Spangled Banner

Local Celebrations

The Hamilton County Reporter has great overview of local events on the North side.

Little Words Matter

• Choice words: words that are sharp or reprimanding
• Choice of words: picking the just the right words to express your thoughts or feelings

Can you think of other phrases?

American English Vowels Using the Color Vowel Chart

Do you struggle hearing and pronouncing American English vowels? Reading and seeing the words does not help you hear all the different ways to pronounce our vowels. This video Keenyn gives a nice explanation how to use this tool. She talks about paying attention to stress or rhythm of pronouncing words which is key to hearing and being understood. Notice that she tells you to practice using your personal word list or words you use the most. 

Here is the link to the Color Vowel Chart. Click on the chart to hear the sound. This method may help visual thinkers and learners make a new connection to improve their listening and their speech patterns so they can better understand others and be understood.

The Sixth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States

In all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial, by an impartial jury of the State and district wherein the crime shall have been committed, which district shall have been previously ascertained by law, and to be informed of the nature and cause of the accusation; to be confronted with the witnesses against him; to have compulsory process for obtaining witnesses in his favor, and to have the Assistance of Counsel for his defence.

This Amendment outlines rights in a criminal prosecution. Accusations and trials are to be speedy and public with all sides of the argument presented. Delve into the details in this link to learn more about this right and what is legal.

American Sign Language: Monday, July 4, No Meeting 

We have a break to celebrate July 4, Independence Day. We will reconvene on July 11.

Kid's Conversation: Friday, July 8, 5:30-6:00 PM EDT, Zoom

Be ready to ask each other questions and to play tic tac toe and other one on one games.

defence: British spelling of defense (remember, American English did not exist, yet)

delve: study 

enjoy: possess and benefit from

in style: in a classy and fun way

sink your teeth into: become completely involved in something