Young Children - March 2008 - (Page 65) www.annualconference.naeyc.org As you sharpen your skills through NAEYC’s many professional development opportunities, take time to explore an exciting and diverse city. Take in a live blues show or dine at one-of-a-kind restaurants in the trendy Deep Ellum neighborhood. Go shopping at NorthPark Center or Dallas Galleria. The “Big D” offers a unique blend of Southwestern warmth, Old West charm, and modern sophistication. While in Dallas, see the King! Be sure to visit the King Tut Exhibit at the Dallas Museum of Art. “Tutankhamun and the Golden Age of the Pharaohs” opens on October 3, 2008, for a seven-month engagement. The exhibit includes an extensive array of more than 130 extraordinary artifacts and provides insight into the life of Tutankhamun and other royals of the 18th Dynasty of ancient Egypt. Tutankhamun’s mask is 24 pounds of solid gold, inlaid lapis lazuli, carnelian, quartz, turquoise, obsidian, and colored glass. us in Dallas for the nation’s largest meeting of early childhood professionals. Mark your calendars now, and make plans to join Opposite page: The dazzling and unforgettable Dallas skyline symbolizes its cultural and business vitality. The geodesic dome of Reunion Tower adds a futuristic look to the cityscape. Ride a glass elevator to the top of the tower, where you will find an observation deck and revolving restaurant. This page (top left): The West End MarketPlace is one of Dallas’s most popular visitor destinations and offers more than 50 unique specialty shops, including Western wear, Texas memorabilia, and art galleries. Photos of Dallas and the Tutankhamun mask courtesy of Dallas Convention & Visitors Bureau. The Dallas Convention Center, site of the 2008 NAEYC Annual Conference. NAEYC appreciates the support of Teaching Strategies, Inc., as a sponsor of NAEYC’s 2008 Annual Conference. Visit www.naeyc.org for registration, hotel, and travel information. July Register to get NAEYC’s Early Bird discount. August View the Conference Program online and plan your itinerary. September Finalize your plans. October Enjoy the Conference and all that Dallas offers! November Young Children • March 2008 65 http://www.annualconference.naeyc.org http://www.naeyc.org
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