Articles written by Susan M. Andrus
All 10 articles written by Susan M. Andrus
Castles Under Seige: Both Attackers and Defenders Follow Systematic Strategies
Category: Medieval History (general)
Assuming possession of a castle meant gaining land, riches, and perhaps tolls on waterways insuring greater wealth. Both residents and invaders had to be vigilant. more...
Struggle from the Dark Ages to the Renaissance: Charlemagne Christianizes Europe
Category: Medieval Wars
Although songs and writings depicted romantic stories surrounding castles, actually, greed and desire for power fueled the Crusades and a quest for more wealth. more...
Category: England Travel
Dartmoor National Park Authority in the UK has scores of eco-friendly activities. And it's accessible to wheelchairs, walkers, bikes, foot, train, and car. more...
Democratic Parenting: Using Family Discussions to Resolve Everyday Concerns
Category: Peaceful Parenting
Dialogue works to resolve conflict. This article shows how to empower the children in a family and teach them the value of democratically solving problems. more...
Using a Camera Phone: Aimee Baldridge Shows "How to Shoot Like a Pro"
Category: Mobile Video Devices
National Geographic published a little book packed with lots of information on how to take great photos with a camera phone. Photos by Robert Clark provide the evidence. more...
Living in Castles: Activities Revolved around Survival and Self-Sufficiency
Category: Medieval History (general)
Castle life was sparse, cold in winter, and boring. To make the best of these conditions and ensure survival, almost everyone worked. more...
Castle Fortifications Transformed to Stone: Castle Defense Improvements Offered Better Protection
Category: W European History (general)
As hunter-gatherers gradually evolved into landowners and their livelihoods changed, they needed more protection. Castles provided them shelter and safety. more...
Save Time and Money Traveling in Europe: Different Choices Offer the Wise Traveler Several Options
Category: W Europe Travel (general)
Will you go by car, train, bus, bike, or boat? The many ways to travel in Europe's excellent public transportation systems make it simple. more...
Home Made Sugar-Free Desserts: Simple Treats for Hot Summer Days
Category: Nutrition (general)
Diabetics and allergy sufferers also want to keep cool in the summer. Here are three, simple, sugar-free recipes for Ice on a Stick. more...
Debut Novel: Seeing Emily: Joyce Lee Wong Shows How a Teen Solves Conflict Using Art and Poetry
Category: Teen Fiction (general)
Seeing Emily, a book written in verse for teens, shows how a sixteen year old artist, Emily Wu, resolves the differences between her Chinese home and American school. more...
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