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Selena's love for learning was sparked by her mother, who taught her to read at age 2. She's been a bookworm ever since, spending hours at the local library. Selena believes that promoting reading in early childhood is very important, both to children's education

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Education > Homeschooling Is homeschooling really for you?: 3 of 23
Yes! Homeschooling is for everyone! With so many methods, schedules, and curricula available today, anyone who chooses to can successfully homeschool their children. Let's look at a few possible objections and how you can overcome them to educate your child at home. 1) "I'm not a certified teacher!" Neither am I. Most homesch... More..
Education > Education (Other) Intelligent design should not be taught in public school: 3 of 18
There is absolutely no reason not to teach intelligent design in public school. Evolution is taught from the early grades, even though the scientific community admits that it is a theory. Despite being classified as a theory, however, evolution is taught as if it is a proven fact, which it is not. For any scientist to then c... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Economic News Did Cash for Clunkers work?: 2 of 11
Did Cash for Clunkers Work? The answer to that question depends on whom you ask. Some feel it was a great success, some feel it was a huge disappointment, and some don't think it had any real impact at all. Even a couple of months later, analysts are still weighing its effect on the country's economy. The Car Allowance Rebate... More..
Education > Homeschooling Confessions of a homeschool mom: 2 of 10
If you've talked to home school enthusiasts, you might have an idyllic picture of what homeschooling is like. As a home school mom, I can tell you that every day is not rosy. There are days when you feel frustrated, days when you're at a loss and days when you just don't feel like doing anything at all. Here are a few of my "... More..
Personal Finance > Stock Market Australia raises interest rates: Who's next?: 1 of 5
On October 6, 2009, Australia's central bank surprised the global economic markets by suddenly raising interest rates from 3 percent to 3.25 percent. According to Timesonline.uk, "the governor of the central bank, Glenn Stevens, said that the move was 'prudent' after recent economic data suggested that 'the risk of serious ec... More..
Education > Homeschooling Tips for homeschooling your preschooler.: 3 of 12
If you're starting to homeschool your preschooler, you might be feeling intimidated by all the curriculum options out there. You might even feel pressure to recreate a traditional preschool environment in your home. Many preschool teachers advocate starting early and teaching subjects such as phonics and foreign language. The... More..
Education > Early Childhood Ed Tips for nurturing reading in young children: 7 of 23
Reading is one of the first skills that parents are anxious for their children to learn. To meet this need, there are scores of educational programs and software designed to teach reading to preschoolers and even babies. But, while assisted reading programs can be helpful, there are easier and more affordable ways for parents... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Feeding & Breastfeeding Determining whether to breast feed or use formula: 4 of 12
For expectant mothers, deciding whether to breastfeed or formula feed is one of the biggest choices they will make. Some mothers feel sure of what method they want to use, while others are less certain. Breastfeeding has been medically proven to be the better of the two, but it does require a certain amount of dedication to b... More..
Education > Homeschooling Great homeschooling books for beginners: 3 of 9
If you're considering homeschooling, you might be feeling excitement tinged with anxiety. Will you be able to stick with it? How will you know what to cover? What schooling method will you use? Here are a few books that can help to ease your fears. The Everything Homeschooling Book by Sherri Linsenbach (Adams Media Corporatio... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Problems Parents Face Parenting tips: How to take time for yourself: 1 of 3
For many parents, life is a juggling act between work and family. Personal time is rare, if not nonexistent. Without solitude, parents can become stressed and overwhelmed. The good news is that parents can and should take time for themselves. But how? 1) Get your children on a schedule. This is the key to having regular alone... More..