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Author :: Trina Allen  |
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| Article Title :: Where's the Water? |
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| Abstract: This fun science experience integrates writing, math, and science in a four-stage process. Students work in teams of two or three learners using peer interaction and writing to understand the concept.Keywords: freshwater, saltwater, groundwater, water distribution, water conservation, water supply, glacier water consumption, direct water consumptionLesson Plan Grade Level: fifth through ninth gradeTotal Time Required for Lesson: 60 minutesTo the Teacher: This activity is a simulation of earth’s water distribution. Students will see the amount of fresh water compared to saltwater. This activity should follow a background lesson on water conservati (read full article) |
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Author :: Mark Else |
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| Article Title :: Teen Jobsearch, CV help, & Keyskills |
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| Lets review you!Get a pen and piece of paper and list all the skills that make you who you are, these can include things like;* A good listenerThis is when you are good at taking information in by reading something or listening carefully to what is being said. It also shows that you can provide accurate information either by speaking or producing a document.* Application of numberThis is when you are confident with numbers and can use them effectively. You will be comfortable about using them and able to solve problems quickly and accurately.* You are good on computers (IT)This is when you are able to deal with new technology, use computers (read full article) |
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| Category :: Kids and Teens Articles |
Author :: Murdo Macleod |
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| Article Title :: Improve Your Mind With Some Simple Math Games |
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| Mathematics has long been recognized for it's mental benefits.Working with numbers improves your concentration, memory, focus, problem solving skills, and general clarity of thought.To enjoy these benefits, you don't have to indulge in any complicated formulas. All you need is a few minutes daily practice playing some simple math games.And before you rush out to buy the latest Xbox console and software, realize that numbers are all around you...Look at the clock on your computer. Usually it's located in the lower right-hand corner of your screen (or use any clock to tell the time).The 24-hour format works best. On my computer right now, the time is 15: (read full article) |
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| Category :: Kids and Teens Articles |
Author :: Mark Else |
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| Article Title :: Feeling Lonely? Write An Imaginary Letter |
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| I know what its like to feel lonely, with no-one to turn to for help or advice, maybe you`ve just lost someone you loved and feel no-one else can help you but they can, you can also help yourself.In this article im gonna share with you an idea that works for me when I'm feeling lonely.Grab a piece of pen and a bit of paper and write a letter, pretend you are writing the letter to send off to an agony aunt or someone that you feel comfortable talking to, and in this letter write down everything that is bothering you, and explain why it is that you feel lonely.Once you have finished writing the letter, go grab yourself something to eat and forget about the letter for a (read full article) |
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| Category :: Kids and Teens Articles |
Author :: Murdo Macleod |
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| Article Title :: You're A Mathematical Genius, You Know! |
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| This may come as a surprise to you.But the truth is, you really are good at mathematics.You see, every day you solve complex problems by breaking them down into tiny little "baby steps".And just like the world's most powerful computer or the greatest ever mathematical prodigy, it's this step-by-step process that enables you to do practically anything.Let's see this process in action with a couple of examples:* * * Example 1 - Calculating the Dreaded Sales TaxThe sales tax rate varies around the world, but here in the UK it's 17.5%. Urgh! What kind of figure is that?Let's look at it again and see how we can tame the beast by breaking it do (read full article) |
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| Category :: Kids and Teens Articles |
Author :: Lisa Dunning |
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| Article Title :: Violence In Schools - Prevention Is Everyone's Responsibility |
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| Parents send their children to school thinking their child will be safe, cared for and protected. Sadly many children experience violence in schools of one form or another.
Preventing violence in schools is a difficult and overwhelming task. Many school administrators offer on campus police officers to patrol the schools. Some schools have even installed metal detectors to ensure safety. Teachers and Administrators try to prevent violent behavior in school by enforcing a No Tolerance Policy, but there are only so many educators, administration and security compared to the vast student population.
Violence In Schools Can Decrease School Morale
When there i (read full article) |
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| Category :: Kids and Teens Articles |
Author :: Karen Bianchi |
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| Article Title :: Teens and Self-Esteem |
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| If you have teens, you probably already know their self-esteem is fragile. Since this age group tends to focus primarily on outward appearances, they typically measure their self-worth by how they feel they appear to others. Situations ranging from a bad haircut to failing to make the team, can create intense feelings of humiliation and embarassment.Unfortunately, the opinions of Mom and Dad don't carry the weight they used to. The simple, reassuring words used to comfort them when they were younger, just don't cut it anymore. What, then, can parents do to promote a healthy sense of self-esteem in their teens? Christina McCann, Phd, a licensed psychologist in New York state who spe (read full article) |
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| Category :: Kids and Teens Articles |
Author :: Zoe McNamara |
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| Article Title :: Saved by a Pound of M&Ms |
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| Let me start by saying that child safety issues really haven't changed all that much. The unscrupulous are a little bolder and more creative, and there are many more ways for harm to reach your kids. But as always, parents need to have eyes in the backs of their heads.I grew up in the country. When I was in first grade, and my sister was in third, we felt perfectly safe walking home from school with our friends. We always made a point of passing by Miss Kinch’s, and handing our pennies through her kitchen window in exchange for homemade frozen treats.My father had a vegetable garden, and in the evening, while he worked in it, my sister and I would bring in the animals from (read full article) |
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| Category :: Kids and Teens Articles |
Author :: Pete Carpenter |
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| Article Title :: Totaly Anti Chav! |
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| First things first.What are chavs?Well, if you live in Britain then you are bound to of seen this scum. Burberry wearing, brain dead problem causing shits (Pardon my French), but I have really do have something against them.I must admit that not all ‘chavs’ are bad, and I hate to stereotype, but I have conclusive evidence that chavs are a problem. Just visit this website to see what I am talking about: http://www.achava.co.uk/videos.htmlNow I ask, are chavs a problem? I say they are; a lot of other people say they are, but I want you view. I mean, what is it really with them? Is there really a need to push people around? A need to disturb learning in school (read full article) |
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| Category :: Kids and Teens Articles |
Author :: Amy Fleeman |
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| Article Title :: Best of Halloween for Kids: Free Graphics, Clip Art, and Page Sets |
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| Spice up your personal webpages with these Halloween page sets, free clip art, graphics, and fonts.Graphics/ClipArtVisit Shawn's Clip art for a small, but totally unique selection of six zany Halloween spooks!
http://www.shawnsclipart.com/Halloween.htmlIf you're looking for artsy words (like Happy Halloween and Trick-or-Treat) or just some basic but quality Halloween graphics, be sure to check out Holiday Graphics Halloween section. While they have many quality images, the site design can be a bit, um, busy. Don't let that stop you from taking a look around, you're sure to find something useful to decorate your website with!
http://www.holidaygraphics.com/halloween/ (read full article) |
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