ELEM: TAR => End-of-yr activities (with a twist)

[Johanna Halbeisen <johanna.newsong@RCN.COM>]

Here's an old theme with a few added requirements.  We've got two and
a half weeks to go and because I'm one of the "specials" (a.k.a. prep
coverage teacher), I get the kids to the very end.  This week has
been major rewards (read 'bribes') for everyone who brought back
their books with the hopes that those who didn't will want it too and
will bring theirs back.  I'm looking for some ideas for activities
for first to fourth graders for 40 minute periods that can keep the
lid on anxious excited kids AND allow me to get a bit of the wrap up
and closing work done.  I may or may not have some parent volunteers
to help with the work or the kids.  What do you people do in
situations like this besides putting on a video?
Thanks!!

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