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I am a certified elementary education teacher with special education endorsement. I currently am a private tutor for all ages - prek-adult in a variety of subjects.

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Religion & Spirituality > Thoughts on God The debate over creation and evolution: 51 of 94
Apes or Creator? The theory of biological evolution is what most people think of when they hear the term evolution'. Biological evolution is the belief that life started from some form of spontaneous beginning, and goes on to explain how life evolved into larger and more complex organisms. This belief shows how organisms bec... More..
Education > Homework & Testing How to help your child with science: 8 of 14
Science can be an exciting way for children to learn about the world we live in. Allowing children to learn by discovery allows for some possible messes, but a lot of fun and that's what learning is all about.There are some difficulties that a child may have with science, though, so here are some simple solutions to those co... More..
Education > Homeschooling Teaching versus parenting: 3 of 5
Need to change a light bulb? First, check three books on electricity out of the library, have your kids make models of light bulbs, read a biography of Thomas Edison, and do a skit based on his life. Next, study the history of lighting methods, and dip your own candles. Then take a trip to the store and have your kids compar... More..
Education > Homework & Testing How to help your child with math: 20 of 33
Helping your children with math may seem like a difficult task, but it only takes perseverance and a little creativity! There are many lessons that can be reinforced every day at home. Here are a few ideas for you: Graphing Have your children check the temperature at the same time each day and record each reading for 7 days.... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Animals: 45 of 72
When Chippy the chipmunk was young he loved to frolic in the park, and eat. Chippy would eat anything he could. Popcorn, chips, pretzels, bread, fried chicken, and of course the staple chipmunk food: nuts. All the little boys and girls loved Chippy because he was not afraid of them. He didn't run away like all of Chippy's fa... More..
Relationships & Family > Parents On living at home with your parents: 10 of 15
After getting married, my husband and I have moved around a lot - and in less than 2 years I now have 3 previous addresses and we are living in my old bedroom in my parents house. Different people have different reasons for living at home with their parents, and none of them are easy reasons. I have not found the secret to b... More..
Pets & Animals > Aquarium Fish Fish: As pets for children: 11 of 16
The aquarium is a small piece of nature in your home that provides opportunities for learning in biology, chemistry, math and ethics. The fish in the tank, as well as any plants or any other living organism provide an excellent start in biology. Have a discussion on how to keep the fish alive and what all that involves. Food... More..
Travel > Travel Planning & Advice Ideas for adventurous family trips: 10 of 13
We were in London for 3 days. Yes only three- but we were not sleeping much due to determination to see everything possible in those three days. We went to the Westminster Cathedral one afternoon, and stood in awe at the details and amazing artwork. Typical tourist visit, right? Well, yes, all the way up to the point where w... More..
Arts & Humanities > Meaning of Life Big Bang or Big Man: How in the heck did we get here?: 73 of 92
I find it amusingly ironic that I was more interested in what the "big bang" side of this argument had to say than the "big man" side, since personally I voted against the big bang. I read through the first 10 articles on this side of the debate and was throughly amused - even the self-proclaimed atheist quoted from scriptur... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Spiritual: 547 of 655
Enough Just a baby, with a virgin mother, A life and then a death, How could it be enough? How could it be enough to save, Enough to change a life forever, How could it be enough? Confusing teachings, a healing touch, Three nails and a cross, How could it be enough? How could it be enough to touch, A cold and hardened heart,... More..