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Kathy Stemke has a passion for writing, the arts and all things creative. She has a B.S. from Southern Connecticut State University and Covenant Life Seminary, as well as graduate coursework from New York Institute of Technology and Columbia University. Hanging

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Sciences > Zoology Why some birds have bright-colored feathers: 2 of 12
When we observe the regal display of color on a male peacock, with his feathery fan-like tail spread out, his beauty fascinates us. Like thousands of other species of birds, this stunning specimen is staking claim to his territory and trying to attract a mate. His shimmering green and blue plumage shows other birds that he is... More..
Health & Fitness > Disease (Other) Sepsis: Symptoms and treatment: 2 of 12
Sepsis deaths are on the rise! Almost 30% of all cases of sepsis result in death in the USA. In fact, bacterial sepsis caused 3.5% of all newborn deaths last year. This serious condition occurs when your body is fighting a severe infection. If you become "septic" your body goes into shock and your blood pressure drops. This s... More..
Education > Early Childhood Ed Favorite music activities for the preschool classroom: 1 of 6
Music and movement are essential ingredients in any preschool classroom. Studies have shown that children retain more information when they use more of their senses in learning. By adding music and movement to the learning process children become more engaged, have more fun, and retain much more information.MUSIC APPRECIATION... More..
Sciences > Zoology The evolution of primates: 1 of 6
If you were to compress all of the earth's history into one year, primates would appear about 5 days before the new year, and Homo Sapiens (Man) would appear about 2 hours before the new year. How did mammals become simple primates and then become Homo Sapiens? Animals adapt by producing anatomical, physiological, and behavio... More..
Education > Primary School (Other) Teaching history in elementary school: 2 of 10
For young children, an important purpose for learning history is to make the past become real instead of abstract. Other achievable goals are to develop knowledge of the American heritage, and have a general knowledge of a historical timeline, and important persons of the past. History instruction can be enhanced by the use ... More..
Arts & Humanities > Dance Education Taking adult beginning ballet classes: 1 of 5
It's the start of another new year and as I "squeeze" into my old blue jeans, I can't help thinking about my recent resolution. For the past twenty years or so it has been the same mantra, "lose weight and get into shape". Most exercise programs bore me and I usually quit after a few weeks. But an adult dance class not only g... More..
Education > High School Math & Sciences Having fun with numbers: 1 of 5
There are only ten digits that repeat themselves to make all numbers. It's essential for children to learn how to write and identify these digits. Children will enjoy reciting the following poem that explains how to write each digit. You can tape large numbers on the floor, and have the children walk on them the way they woul... More..
Education > Early Childhood Ed Encouraging creative movement and music in young children: 1 of 5
All of us have enjoyed dancing around the living room to music when no was looking. These are uninhibited moments in response to music. In fact, moving to the beat of the music is an innate quality found in all human beings. Infants and toddlers bounce to the music without any instruction at all. We need to provide children w... More..
Health & Fitness > Fitness Basics Exercise is the best medicine: 2 of 9
Pharmaceutical sales are off the charts. Doctors seem to be in the pill prescribing business. People are even taking pills to counteract the negative effects of their medications. A moderate consistent exercise program can prevent and in many cases cure some of these common diseases. If you have insomnia, back pain, arthritis... More..
Health & Fitness > Exercise Tips Strength training mistakes: 2 of 9
Make no mistake; strength training is great for you, but more important than the amount of weight you lift, proper form is essential for success and safety. Using the gym regularly, you're likely to see some glaring mistakes.FAILURE TO WARM-UP before you workout puts your body at risk of injuries. A 10 min walk on the treadmi... More..