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I recently relocated from the desert southwest to the breathtaking Northwest. Oregon is now my home and I will never leave this place! After two dozen moves and five states, I have finally found home!

I've been a teacher for nearly a decade. I love teaching,

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Education > Homework & Testing Tips for helping your child with homework: 1 of 29
As a school teacher the question most parents ask me is, "How do I get Johnny to do his homework? He just won't do it. It's a battle every night." Well, prior to being a parent myself, I thought homework was easy. You, as devoted parents, set a routine time and place for little Johnny to do his homework. And little Johnny wil... More..
Education > Learning Styles & Skills How to stay organized in school: 1 of 9
BACKPACKS, BINDERS, AND MORE: HOW TO STAY ORGANIZED IN SCHOOLThe school year beings with eager children entering the classroom with their spiffy new backpacks, sharpened boxes of crayons, pristine pencils, and dozens of fashionable folders. That first day of school is full of promises. Promises to stay organized this school y... More..
Education > Reading & Writing Skills Reading aloud to children: 4 of 31
Reading Aloud to Kids: A Great Tool to Building Reading FluencyStory TimeIt's 12:30 in the afternoon. Recess time is over. My students will be returning soon. I feel the excitement begin to build inside of me. The sluggish fatigue of morning is being replaced by the anticipation of my favorite part of the day-story time! I ea... More..
Education > Early Childhood Ed Should school systems move to full-day kindergarten programs?: 15 of 55
Full-day kindergarten programs are vital. They provide opportunities for children to gain and develop knowledge in greater detail. For example, within a full-day kindergarten classroom, children are introduced to a concept then given ample opportunities to explore the concept through various learning styles and discovery play... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Christian Beliefs & Culture Giving Christian advice to teens: 4 of 14
"Whatever" is a common mantra of most adolescents. Although the majority teens put forth this image of an aloof, confident, self-sufficient individual, they are really searching for answers and understanding of their place in this world. The adolescent years are an exciting, yet tumultuous time for teens. Their daily lives ar... More..
Education > Homework & Testing How involved should parents be in kids' homework?: 7 of 17
Parents, Put on Your Homework Hats: A Guide to Kindergarten through Middle SchoolParental involvement during homework time is vital to a child's academic success. Parents teach study habits and establish homework routines. They become role models for good reading, problem solving, and comprehension strategies. So how involved... More..
Local Guides > Phoenix Phoenix: The best retirement communities: 1 of 2
Phoenix is a rapidly growing metropolitan area. More and more people are moving to the Valley of the Sun. I'm sure many considering retirement in the Valley of the Sun probably visited during the snowbird season. Snowbird season is that time of the year when natives cool off from seven months of summer and retirees from the n... More..
Jobs & Careers > Resumes & Cover Letters What is a CV and why do I need one?: 1 of 2
Cover Letters: Create a Competitive Edge in the Job MarketA Curriculum Vitae, is more commonly known as a cover letter or CV. A cover letter is the hook that gains an employer's attention. It is the vital piece of paper that precedes the resume and says something about you, your qualifications, and experience. A cover letter ... More..
Home & Garden > Cleaning (Other) Tips for keeping your house clean: 14 of 23
Cleaning! Who loves it? Well actually, I do. For me, cleaning is therapeutic. I enjoy discarding rubbish, putting things in their rightful place, and polishing fixtures and furniture until the house shines. I love the satisfaction I receive from a sparkling clean house. So you might expect that I have some helpful tips to kee... More..
Arts & Humanities > US History (Other) Famous people from Arizona: 2 of 3
The Desert's Most Famous People and What Makes them Famous.Arizona was admitted to the Union on February 14, 1912. Although it is a relatively young state (48th) its history is as rich and diverse as its topography. Many famous Americans hail from Arizona or now call this breathtaking desert oasis home. There are many celebri... More..