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Dec 7, 2008 - Marcy Paulson

The custom of giving Christmas gifts has ancient roots. Over time, the practice evolved from small gifts and treats given in stockings to a commercialized sensation.

Oct 31, 2008 - Christin Aitchison

Teachers have great ideas for innovative projects, but school budgets are limited. Donors Choose makes getting funding, ordering materials, and thanking donors easy.

Jan 24, 2009 - Alex Sharp

Why did he do it? Could it have been prevented? Should the warning signs be noticeable? Is anyone to blame?

Apr 4, 2007 - Tracy Rose

Although it can cause severe problems, low blood pressure is rarely treated in western medicine. Luckily it can be treated easily and inexpensively with licorice root.

Feb 4, 2009 - Robert Oakes

Choosing the right speargun for spearfishing is essential to the diving hunter's success. Both Pneumatic and band-powered spearguns offer pros and cons.

Nov 13, 2008 - Ret Talbot

Why do songs get censored? Why does music get censored? Sex and drugs are only two of the reasons. Be prepared to be surprised by which songs have been banned and why.

Dec 18, 2007 - Alistair McCulloch

Marriage is hard work, but if we know how to talk to each other it will be easier. Here are some tips to help know how to communicate with your spouse.

Sep 17, 2007 - Jean Marie Lockwood

Learning grammar rules can be boring for young children. Make learning about language fun with these word games and activities.

Mar 7, 2008 - Susan Whelan

American Indians never questioned an animal's ability to communicate knowledge and they also believed in animal totems.

Jul 31, 2009 - Paula Marie Deubel

The process of change begins with precontemplation. There are five more identified areas of change that are peculiar to both eating disorders and addiction sufferers.

Jan 24, 2009 - Jeannie Delahunt

Julia Child is back in vogue, but some still fear her classic Mastering The Art of French Cooking. That's a shame because her mushroom recipe is both easy and delicious

Jul 31, 2009 - Louise Barile

Students love to read poetry, but writing it? The task can be daunting. This hands-on activity, "finding" a poem in print materials, can be tailored for almost any age.

Jul 17, 2007 - Angela Shultis

The 2005 Australian independent horror film Wolf Creek was purely a work of fiction but it contained elements of two real Australian murders.

Nov 10, 2008 - Vickie Britton

Bichon Frise skin allergies are common among the breed. Preventative steps along with anti-itch tips are a must have for Bichon owners to stop the scratching.

Apr 15, 2009 - Sharon Chapman

Crystal snowflakes and other ornamentals designs can be made using Borax , Alum or Epsom Salts, pipecleaners, and a little string.

Dec 19, 2008 - Theresa Bledsoe

What is a 504 Plan? Do you need one? How is it different from an Individualized Education Plan (IEP)? These are important question if your child has a disability.

Apr 13, 2006 - Greg Cruey

Binge drinking is an all too common phenomenon on college campuses across the United States.

Oct 3, 2007 - Allene E. Swienckowski

The noted Harlem Renaissance poet, Langston Hughes, focused primarily on race relations in America during the 1920s and 1930s.

Feb 1, 2007 - Linda Sue Grimes

A basic HTML text formatting tutorial for MySpace users, showing how to use simple bold, underline and italic tags as well as changing text color, style with font tag.

Apr 26, 2007 - Guy Lecky-Thompson

During winter, old windows let out the warm air and let in the cold. Not only does this reduce the comfort level, but it raids the wallet to pay for fuel.

Oct 1, 2009 - Mike Virgintino

Politicians use the power of persuasion to evoke emotional responses and motivate people as driving forces in their speeches.

Nov 28, 2008 - Suzanne Pitner

Identifying whether a statement expresses someone's opinion or contains facts that can be proven is a critical skill for listening, speaking, reading, and writing.

Jan 2, 2009 - DeLene Sholes

Though the value of the dollar fluctuates daily gold has long been a treasured commodity. The following is a glimpse into how America's gold spread through the world.

Nov 29, 2008 - Lisa Cucciniello

Wondering what to bring to a Christmas party? Mint Chocolate Fudge is a simple, elegant confection that combines the best holiday flavors: peppermint and dark chocolate.

Nov 30, 2009 - Josanna Simpson

A Model United Nations (MUN) conference is an exciting avenue for students to engage in debate and negotiation on international affairs.

May 20, 2009 - Cheryn Tan

Every year there's a toy every kid has to have. This year it seems Zhu Zhu pet hamsters are emerging as the hot toy for Santa to deliver underneath the Christmas tree.

Nov 9, 2009 - Mary McCarthy

This classic tale of teenage loneliness and isolation resonates with both middle and high school students. Here are some ideas to introduce its themes.

May 1, 2009 - Thadra Petkus

A look at the different types of countertops available and their benefits, downfalls and price ranges.

Jan 28, 2008 - Kristin Abraham

Teach your preschooler the true meaning of Christmas while embracing the holiday spirit and letting your children learn math, reading, science and art through play!

Nov 12, 2008 - ChristaCarol Jones

The Victorian Era (1837-1901) was a time of change. One important change was in the treatment of mental illness.

Nov 10, 2009 - Beth Ellen

How easy is it to find poetry publishers? To some disillusioned poets, it seems almost impossible. These tips will help smooth the way to poetry publishing for writers.

Nov 18, 2009 - Marg McAlister

DeWalt is the first tool maker to market a plunge-cut track saw since Festool introduced their first one 45 years ago. It consists of a special circular saw and a track.

Dec 31, 2008 - Kelly Smith

Spells and rituals to celebrate the reawakening of the earth and to manifest desires at the Wiccan Festival of Imbolc.

Jan 16, 2009 - Joanne E. Brannan

Middle school students enjoy reading Hinton's classic novel The Outsiders. Here's how teachers can use study questions to help teens prepare for a test.

Nov 14, 2009 - Thadra Petkus

A great cover letter will not get your work published, but a bad cover letter will send you straight to the reject pile. Here's how to get editors to read your writing.

Jan 14, 2008 - Sarah Turner

With just a few extra ingredients, you can make tasty salmon dishes in minutes using pre-cut fillets.

Sep 3, 2008 - Helen McCarthy

Although Canada is considered as having a more open and flexible immigration system, the regulations for immigrant detention are still questionable.

Aug 26, 2009 - Irina-Raluca Ivan

Flavor pairing is the key to free-style cooking. Knowing what works together takes experimentation...and guts. We've done the hard part for you. Now go for it!

Feb 5, 2009 - Leslie Bilderback

A fireworks fiesta on the shores of Lake Wakatipu opens the 35th anniversary of Queenstown's Winter Festival. The next ten days present a cornucopia of fun-filled events.

May 18, 2009 - Lyn Rasmussen

Brain plasticity is a unique characteristic of neuronal cells. No other organ has the capability of rewiring itself to take on other functions.

Jun 5, 2009 - Bridget Coila

There are several different autism treatments that can boost developmental growth; three of the more popular and researched options are detailed.

Jan 8, 2008 - Melissa Hincha-Ownby

Recipe for ribollita - classic Tuscan soup. But don't ask for bread to dunk in it.

Jan 9, 2007 - Rebecca Ford

Awesome ideas and resources for a Survivor TV reality television themed party. Perfect for birthdays, summer fun, picnics... all one needs except for host Jeff Probst.

Mar 8, 2008 - Janienne Jennrich

Leg and foot injuries are among the most common traumatic injuries in pets and proper first aid can help prevent further damage until you can get to the vet.

May 21, 2008 - Mia Carter

During the winter, growing herbs indoors ensures a steady supply of cooking herbs to add flavor to soups, stews and salads.

Nov 4, 2009 - Jeanne Grunert

Pregnancy nutrition refers not only to eating healthy food. It also means avoiding certain types of food that may be harmful to both mother and baby.

Feb 10, 2009 - Wei Yin Wong

A cheaper, gentler form of IVF for those on a budget, or who are contraindicated to fertility drugs.

May 19, 2007 - Joanna Karpasea-Jones

In each home, sink faucets will fail. Learn how to determine what kind of faucet needs to be repaired and how to replace washers, O-rings, cartridges, and diaphragms.

Jan 4, 2008 - Kelly Smith

Canada's first large-scale automobile production began in 1904. The Model C Ford and later the Model T were produced at Walkerville Wagon Works in southern Ontario.

Jul 11, 2007 - Susanna McLeod