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Melanie L. Marten is self-taught and self-employed. Besides freelance writing, she dabbles in website design and owns dozens of websites and blogs. Work is squeezed in between parenting two boys, homeschooling, feeding fish and, occasionally, sleep. www.MelanieLMarten.com

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Parenting & Pregnancy > Children's Activities (Other) Rainy day fun: Outdoor activities for kids that don't melt: 1 of 5
There is a common misconception that many children will either melt, or catch a deathly disease, if made to go outside in the rain. Indeed, outdoor activities are great for rainy days. The following five rainy day fun activities are great for kids and parents alike.Rainy Day Fun #1 Driveway Chalk PaintingMany children love to... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenting (Other) Do penpals offer learning experiences for a child?: 1 of 5
In this technological age, having a pen pal can mean different things. You can have a pen pal through snail mail, or the regular postal service, or an email pal on the internet. Whichever method works for you, it is a great idea to have a pen pal. It is even more important for children to have pen pals. They can offer a world... More..
Education > Homeschooling Preschool math basics: Teaching number concepts to young children: 1 of 5
Learning how to put numbers in order and compare them in less than and greater than guidelines is an important math skill. Creating a home school lesson plan about this concept can be fun and easy.Home school Lesson Plan - ConceptsThe concept of number value is learned in preschool or before when children learn to count. They... More..
Jobs & Careers > Blogs & Online Writing Jobs How to earn working for an article rewriting service: 1 of 5
Freelance writers can expand their online business by offering one of the most sought-after services: article re-writing. Re-written articles are used extensively by online business professionals and website owners for marketing purposes. Many internet business owners purchase article packs that should be rewritten before use... More..
Business > Online Advertising & Sales Traffic generation strategies for first and repeat site visitors: 1 of 5
Every website needs traffic. Without traffic, or website visitors, there is no potential for income from the site. Knowing this, website owners often focus on traffic strategies that produce first time visitors. Attracting new visitors to your website is vital to business growth, but getting the visitors to come back is where... More..
Computers & Technology > Internet Tips How to promote your business online for free: 3 of 14
Free advertising, abundantly available on the internet, increases your business profits more than any other type of marketing. Free advertising does not cut into your profits while providing crowds of eager visitors to your business website. Some of the best methods for advertising online are free. But how do you find these f... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenting (Other) Information your babysitter should have about your family: 4 of 18
Every caring parent takes time to discover information about the babysitter for her children: experience, habits, play ideas and references. Sometimes they forget it is equally important for the babysitter to have vital information about your family. Instead of simply leaving a contact number and the admonition of, 'Be good n... More..
Education > Learning Styles & Skills Teaching addition to children: Tips to teach carrying and borrowing: 2 of 9
Elementary school aged children can already have developed a dislike for math. However, the fundamentals of arithmatic, such as addition facts, must be learned. Instead of boring math fact drills and flashcards, try some of these fun addition math fact games for kids who hate math.Fun Addition Math Game - Around the Block Gam... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Child Development Issues Shy children: Balancing acceptance while helping them develop social ease: 2 of 9
Many children these days are scheduled for a multitude of classes, sports, and activities besides the regular school activities. While a gregarious child may love this constant social interaction, a shy child will not. Some people consider a person who does not enjoy making friends and hanging out with others to be flawed in ... More..
Jobs & Careers > Job Search (Other) Guide to finding a job for the formerly self-employed: 2 of 9
When you write a resume, your number one goal is to impress potential employers with your education, work experience, and skills. When you re-enter the work force after a time of flea market selling as your only occupation, there can be some confusion about what to include on your resume. By outlining your job description, sk... More..