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4th of July Alphabet cards
Make an cute set of alphabet cards featuring a 4th of July theme.
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4th of July Alphabet cards 2
Make an cute set of alphabet cards featuring a 4th of July theme.
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Reading Upside Down & Backwards
The lens of our eyes turns the world upside-down and backwards onto our retinas. Learning to read English first requires learning to see right-side up and frontwards
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Reading With Kids
How I share my love of reading with my kids, and how you can share it with yours.
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Free Guitar Lesson on Guitar Tab Pros and Cons
Guitar tab is extremely useful, but has its limitations. Here's an online guitar lesson to help beginner guitarists learn to read guitar tab and deal with its drawbacks
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Charlotte's Web Number Cards
Kids - make a set for yourself! Parents - make a set to use with your child.
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Charlottes Alphabet Cards
Kids - make your own flashcards. Parents - make a set to use with your kids. More fun on the Charlotte's Web theme.
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The Book Boy by Joanna Trollope
Joanna Trollope's The Book Boy explores the psychology of a woman who is trapped by her illiteracy and her fight to escape her own family's perceptions of her.
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Wilbur's Alphabet Cards
Kids - make your own flashcards. Parents - make a set to use with your kids. More fun on the Charlotte's Web theme.
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Homework for Single Parents
Quick, fun things for busy parents to do at home to help teach and reinforce the reading skills of children. Small things can make a big difference!
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Reading in the English Classroom
This article discusses the problem with reading in the classroom. How is it possible to help each student without hindering the progress of other students? This week's article focuses on the reasons behind reading problems as well as steps to determine reading level and readability.
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Condiments for Better Health
Lean chicken is good for a healthier diet, but chicken doesn't have much flavor. That's where condiments come in. Learn which promote good health and which to avoid.
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Special Ed Tweens and Time
Your ADD teen heads to the mall where he likely looses track of time. He sets his watch alarm for time to head home. He has fun with friends. Your expectation is met.
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Teaching Reading to the Deaf
Parents of deaf children are focused on empowering their child to talk and later to read. How do pattern books assist in the development of reading skills?
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A Philosophy of Curriculum
Three basic educational approaches competed in the second half of the 20th century to shape our views on WHAT we should teach and HOW we should teach it...
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Five Myths About Dyslexia
There are a number of misconceptions surrounding learning disabilities. Reading disabilities, when not addressed, can result in problems throughout school and beyond.
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Free Books and Free Movies at the Public Library
Free books from the public library might be expected but consider other freebies available: free magazines, free audio books, DVDs, free internet access, news and more.
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Reading Obstacles
Sometimes problems get in the way of your child's path to reading.
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The Whole Language vs Phonics Debate Continues...
This debate has continued for years...what's it all about? Who believes what? Is one really better than the other? This article covers aspects of Whole Language and Phonics that will be of interest to anyone who struggles with the reading issue in our schools.
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Whole Language
Whole Language makes sense, if you know what you are doing! Assessment is individualized and students are not in competition with one another. This targeted method of presentation, encourages independence and gives more accurate feedback for the parents as well as the student.
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FOR THE LOVE OF BOOKS
As a child I discovered the world of books. I could lie for hours under the shade of a tree, or on my bed and travel the world over between the covers of a good book. What adventures I had. Now, years later, I have taught my grandsons the love of books. The love of literacy is one of the greatest legacy's you can give your children. Give the gift of love. Give a book.
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HIRAM REVELS: The First African American U.S. Senator
A profile of Hiram Revels, a politican, minister and educator who became the first African American United States senator.
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No Child Left Behind
Parents and teachers want students with disabilties to be successful in school and beyond. NCLB seems to be a natural route, but is it realistic for all students?
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Putting words to emotions
Reading a parent's emotions is something that all children do. What happens when we are not honest with them as to how we are feeling inside?
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Reading to Understand
Children of all ages glean more benefits from reading if they understand the meaning behind the words.
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5 Ways to Improve Your Mental Health
The last in a four-part series, this article provides five methods for improving your state of mental health.
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Chinese Herbal Medical Terminology
When visiting a Traditional Chinese Herbalist a patient may be bombarded with new and confusing words. This article explains some of the most commonly used TCM terms.
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Classic Authors: Dr. Seuss
A brief biography of Theodor Geisel, better known as Dr. Seuss.
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ESL Summer Programs
Summer programs can help teachers learn what makes a good teacher when it comes to teaching reading to ESL students.
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Help Your Deaf Child Read
If a deaf child struggles to understand words and to talk, how does he learn to read? This is the first in a series of articles on reading and deafness.
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Invention for More Water in Africa
The Hippo Water Roller makes things easier for Africans. Larger amounts of water can be transported for drinking and cooking as well as more for their gardens.
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Life at the Orphanage
Kansas Charley and his siblings are admitted to the New York City Orphan Asylum. In time, his brothers and sister are placed with families, leaving Charley all alone.
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Maxim Gorky Biography and Works
Life and times of Maxim Gorky, Russian novelist, journalist and playwright famous for his novel The Lower Depths. Spokesman for the poor.
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Tablature
Familiarize yourself with this quick and simple form of music notation for the guitar.
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Writing Families: A Natural Partnership Part 1
Part One in a series on African-American authors/illustrators of award-winning children's books who work with family members as their writing partners. This article focuses on the collaborative father and son team of Walter Dean and Christopher Myers.
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"Fun and Games"
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<B><I>Summer Time</B></I>
Summer fun, summer time reading, libraries, family time
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BISHOP HENRY MCNEAL TURNER
Profile of Bishop Henry Tuner, political and social activist. He was a Bishop in the AME church, publisher of the Christian Recorder and Chaplain of African American troops during the Civil War.
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Books about Starting School
Picture books are an excellent way to introduce the topic of starting school and to help children work through the fears and worries of their first day.
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Chapter Book Guidelines
Chapter books are for children who are becoming fluent readers, but who aren't ready for longer novels. Here are guidelines to writing for this age group.
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Children With Disabilities in Fiction: Early/Beginning Readers
Discussion of available books for all ages about children living with disabilities, physical, emotional and learning. Article focuses on Early/Beginning Reader books about exceptional children. Part Two in a series of four articles on award-winning children's literature for all ages on this subject.
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Classic Authors: Thomas Hardy
A brief biography of English writer Thomas Hardy.
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Common Symbols Found When Reading Guitar Tabs
Hammer ons, pull offs, taps, vibrato, and pitch bending are a few techniques found when reading guitar tabs. Here are the symbols guitarists most often encounter.
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Cut Your Electric Bills
Learn how to read your utility meter and recognize energy-hogging appliances in your home. Get tips on cutting your monthly electric bill.
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FIRST LOVE
Introduce your child to a wondrous adventure that begins a lifelong love.
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Free Guitar Lesson on How to Read Guitar Tabs
Learning to read guitar tab is the easiest way for guitarists to figure out a new song. Here are the basics of turning tab on the page into fingers on frets and strings.
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Grade 1 Spelling Word Activities
Teach traditional elementary spelling words with a little flair to get the younger student excited about learning new words.
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Hans Christian Oersted
Biography of Hans Christian Oersted, Danish physicist and chemist, who established relationship of electricity and magnetism, grounding the science of electromagnetics.
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Highlight Desired Skills to Land a New Job
Because of the difficult economy competition is tough for jobs. Communicating the skills employers want will help simplify a job search.
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HOLIDAYS: A TIME FOR SHARING BOOKS &amp; READING
Holiday gift-giving provide an opportunity to share your love of books and writing with others.
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