( CNN Student News ) -- January 7 , 2014 . For much of the U.S. , the weather outside is frightful . In today 's edition of CNN Student News , find out why -- and what exactly a `` polar vortex '' is . We also provide tips for warding off the flu , and we show you how spoken word is more than a verbal outlet for some teenagers . On this page you will find today 's show Transcript , the Daily Curriculum and a place for you to leave feedback . TRANSCRIPT . Click here to access the transcript of today 's CNN Student News program . Please note that there may be a delay between the time when the video is available and when the transcript is published . DAILY CURRICULUM . Click here for a printable version of the Daily Curriculum ( PDF ) . Media Literacy Question of the Day : . What kinds of information and messages do you think news media should provide in times of severe weather ? Key Concepts : Identify or explain these subjects from today 's show : . 1. polar vortex . 2 . H1N1 . 3. vaccine . Fast Facts : How well were you listening to today 's program ? 1 . Why is the latest frigid weather to hit the U.S. being called `` dangerous '' ? How long is this weather expected to last ? 2 . What is H1N1 also known as ? How do humans catch this virus ? 3 . What winter event is currently underway in Harbin , China ? Discussion Questions : . 1 . What tips would you include in a video titled `` How not to catch the flu '' ? Can you think of others that are not included in today 's report ? 2 . What challenges might snow and ice present for people in wheelchairs ? What do you think of the innovation seen in the video ? Do you have any other ideas for winter weather accessibility for people who rely on wheelchairs ? Explain . 3 . Do you like poetry ? Have you ever used poetry to express yourself ? Do you use any other forms of art to express with your feelings ? Explain . CNN Student News is created by a team of journalists and educators who consider the Common Core State Standards , national standards in different subject areas , and state standards when producing the show and curriculum . We hope you use our free daily materials along with the program , and we welcome your feedback on them . FEEDBACK . We 're looking for your feedback about CNN Student News . Please use this page to leave us comments about today 's program , including what you think about our stories and our resources . Also , feel free to tell us how you use them in your classroom . The educators on our staff will monitor this page and may respond to your comments as well . Thank you for using CNN Student News ! Click here to submit your Roll Call request .
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