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Frances Stanford is a retired teacher and and writer of many teacher resource books, especially novel study guides. After spending 31 years in the classroom, she now devotes her time to freelance writing.

She lives in the small scenic community of Grates

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Personal Finance > Home Insurance Why you should have renters insurance: 1 of 14

If you rent an apartment or a house, then having a renter's insurance policy in place is an absolute necessity. A college student may argue that it is expensive, which it isn't, and that the furniture is old and not worth a lot of money. Whatever the value of your furniture, it is what you are depending on and if you should ...
Travel > Travel Planning & Advice Ideal vacation spots: 4 of 46

Sightseeing on Aruba Aruba is one of the most popular islands to visit in the Dutch Caribbean. The daytime temperatures average about 28C and there are miles of white sandy beaches. You won't have to deal with peddlers on the beach and you can feel relatively safe. The main resort area is located along the beach of this smal...
Society & Lifestyle > Mythology & Folklore Greek mythology: Who is Dionysus?: 1 of 11

In Greek mythology, Dionysus is the god of wine, vegetation, peace and the arts of civilization. He was born to Zeus, the King of the Gods, and a mortal woman named Semele and was the only god who was not completely divine in his origins. In Roman mythology, he was identified with the Roman god, Bacchus. The cult of Dionysus...
Arts & Humanities > Poets & Poetry How to teach poetry to kids: 1 of 10

Every English Language Arts teacher, at least to Grade Nine level, will have to teach poetry to the kids at least once during the school year. All curriculums contain one or more poetry units and your success or failure in teaching poetry depends on two main factors your attitude toward poetry and the amount of preparation y...
Business > Small & Home Business Tips for small business owners during the current economic climate: 4 of 39

Will Your Small Business Survive the Recession? Owners of small businesses are the most vulnerable when it comes to tough economic times, such as the world is experiencing at the present time. They often do not have an excess of capital needed to carry them through the tough times. At the same time, those that do survive thi...
Home & Garden > Lawn & Landscaping Planning water fountains and features for your garden: 1 of 8

Whether it spills, splashes or sprays, the sound of falling water is magic to your ears as you sit in your garden or on your deck. The Chinese and the Japanese perfected the balance of three basic elements for a garden - water, stone and plants. In ancient Rome, fountains were the norm in courtyards and in Victorian England ...
Travel > Africa & Middle East Destinations Travel destinations: Cape Town, South Africa: 1 of 8

Cape Town, South Africa, is without a doubt one of the most stunning locations on the planet. It is aptly nicknamed the "Mother City" and is the seat of government for the country. The sight of the white sandy beaches under the everwatchful eye of the Table Mountain is indeed a captivating scene. Stalls selling all kinds of ...
Arts & Humanities > European History An overview of the Navigation Act of 1651: 1 of 8

From the 13th century onwards, it was very common for the English Parliament to pass laws related to navigation. Transportation links had not yet been developed to allow for the easy transport of troops overland and since England was surrounded by water, the sea was the essential mode of shipping goods and troops to the coun...
Hobbies & Games > Antiques & Collecting (Other) Tips on deciding whether to restore or not to restore: 1 of 8

Experts will tell you that to restore antique furniture diminishes the value of the piece. However, each piece should be evaluated on its own merit because some pieces may need to be restored if you want to display or use the furniture. A good place to start before you attempt any restoration is to find out the approximate a...
Politics, News & Issues > Politics in Europe Do Geert Wilders' views on Islam promote religious intolerance?: 1 of 8

In his opening comments to the Parliament of the Netherlands, Geert Wilder lets everyone know his views on Islam and the Koran. For anyone who is not familiar with the Koran, these words attacking the Holy Book of this religion are meant to incite religious intolerance. Stating that the Koran is a "book of war" is giving the...