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I live in Kent in the UK and work part-time as a school librarian. I have been writing books for five years now, and have published three. The first is The Purple Butterfly, and is the diary I kept when I was undergoing treatment for Thyroid Cancer. The second

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Education > Educational Philosophy Classes that could help kids beyond simple academics: 2 of 22
There are many things a child needs to learn in life before he or she can take his part in the adult world. The include social skills, life skills and personal confidence. For the most part, these are taught at home, but as the traditional family disintegrates, we find that more children are moving out into the world without ... More..
Hobbies & Games > Yarn & Needle Crafts Knitting projects for which gauge is not important: 1 of 10
Gauge is a way of making sure your knitted item turns out the same size as the designer intended. If you knit very loosely or very tightly your piece will come out larger or smaller than expected. The amount of variation depends on how different your tension is to that recommended in the pattern.The only knitting projects for... More..
Food & Drink > Baking Creative cake decorating ideas: 2 of 18
Creating a spectacular cake is an art, and people have make their fortunes from having a creative flair and an eye for fashion. If you are creative yourself, there is no reason why you shouldn't create a spectacular cake creation at home.Firstly, think about the occasion that the cake is for, and the person that it is going t... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Valentine's Day Valentine's Day gifts you can make yourself: 2 of 18
A carefully crafted Valentine's Day gift that you have made yourself will mean so much more than a shop bought item. But what do you make? Here are some ideas for both men and women to make:MENBATH SALTSBath salts are a lot easier to make than you think. See my article at http://www.helium.com/tm/668766/salts-easiest-gift s- s... More..
Food & Drink > Baking All about bakeware: 1 of 9
How Pyrex was Introduced to the UKIn 1858 Angus and Henry Greener started the Wear Flint Glass Works in Sunderland, but the works did not prosper, and in 1885 they were taken over as a bad debt by James Augustus Jobling, owner of the Tyne Oil and Grease Works in Newcastle.It was at about this time that a new discovery in glas... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Environmental Awareness How to go green during Christmas: 1 of 8
Christmas is a time for celebrating the birth of Christ,and for remembering friends and family. Sometimes, however, we get caught up in all the hype and forget the true meaning of Christmas.This should be a season of rejoicing, and a time to celebrate, but that is no reason to forget that our actions are long-lasting and that... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Christmas Christmas letter ideas: 4 of 30
If you are sending Christmas cards to people you aren't going to see over the Christmas period, it is always nice to include a letter. The length of the letter and the contents will depend on who you are sending it to, and your relationship with them. Whether you are writing to your Mother who has decided to spend Chris... More..
Food & Drink > Baking Stocking up: What every baker's pantry needs: 2 of 15
BAKING ESSENTIALSOne of the keys to good baking is having a variety of ingredients. A lot of the things used in baking can be bought dried (like fruit) so it is no trouble to keep different kinds available. Think about muffins for a moment - ring the changes between lemon, chocolate, cranberry, coconut and gingerbread, and yo... More..
Hobbies & Games > Hobbies & Games (Other) Affordable birthday party ideas for young children: 3 of 22
When it comes round to your child's birthday, you naturally want to celebrate the occasion, and a party is the traditional response. However, if you are on a tight budget, throwing a party can seem like a daunting idea. Here are some ways of keeping the costs down. Firstly, remember who the party is for. The party is f... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Conservation Tips on saving paper and trees: 3 of 22
I can think of 101 ways of saving paper as you go through the day, and I bet that you could add another 101 ways. Whenever you pick up a piece of paper, think to yourself: 'Do I really need to use this paper? Is there a reusable alternative? Do I need a brand new piece?'Answering these questions will help you think of ways to... More..