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{College-Bound} Questions to Consider Before Joining a Club, Cause, or Caravan
Heading to college? So many opportunities for personal growth and friendships await you. These may occur by joining clubs, causes, and caravans. How exciting! And, perhaps a little intimidating. No worries. We’ve got a few questions for you to consider to guide you in your decision-making. All clubs, or organizations, have causes they support. Book clubs, national organizations, honor societies, and more. They all have goals—even the Couch Potato Club. However, there are certain causes or movements people back that may not be associated with a specific club or organization. Examples may be friends gathering supplies for the homeless or promoting July’s “National Picnic Month.” The meaning of the caravan…
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A Detective’s Guide to American History {Review of 2!}
Are you searching for fun ways to teach your children about key people and events in American history? Investigate this review of two resources--A Detective’s Guide to American History: 1800 to 1900 and A Detective’s Guide to American History: 1900 to 2000. Both guides are written for elementary students. The product desciption doesn't mention a specific age, but I'm thinking it is best suited for 3rd-5th graders. However, the content is adaptable. I learned several new things, and I'm well past fifth grade! These guides can easily be used to refresh the memories of older students. . .
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Children’s Activities: Using Picture Book Layers
Are you looking for entertaining children's activities using picture book layers? I'm delighted to introduce you to a new friend, Kathy O'Neill, who has some wonderful ideas. I began following Kathy's blog about a year ago and found her content delightful. She's a talented artist who teaches and guides children and adults in discovering God and their own creativity through art, history, and nature. ***** Discover the Rich Layers of Picture Books by Kathy O' Neill Children love to read picture books over and over again. The next time that happens, don’t secretly groan (we’d never do that, right?). Instead take advantage of the time to help them learn from…
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How to Plan Fun, Family Staycations
Whether you’re short on time or low on money, don’t abandon a family getaway just yet. Instead of a vacation, consider a staycation! Staycations can be fun activities, such as a backyard luau. However, staycations also include day trips. Even if you live out in the countryside, you may be surprised by the possibilities within a two-hour drive from home-sweet-home. Besides the obvious parks and museums, which are also entertaining, here are a few ideas on how to plan some special days for your family.
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A Legacy of Kind Words
I only have one photo of my maternal grandmother holding me. Because she passed away when I was a toddler, I do not remember her. However, during my whole life numerous people have shared with me their memories of my grandmother. The two comments I have heard the most are: “She was my favorite teacher.” “I never heard her speak unkindly about anyone.” Since childhood, that last comment has stuck with me. I remember thinking, Wow, years after I'm gone, I want people to say that I did not speak unkindly about anyone. I longed to continue a legacy of kind words. Surely, my grandmother had taxing days teaching high…
