Andrea Coventry
Andrea Coventry is a Montessori child, now Montessori educator, who seeks to share this educational philosophy with the world. This background, coupled with over 20 years of experience with children of all ages, gives her a unique perspective into the worlds of education and parenting. Follow these topics on Twitter @MontessoriWrite.
With four years of online writing experience, she has published on numerous websites. Under the previous Featured Contributor program on Associated Content, she was an FC in education, parenting, arts & entertainment, and local. She has been in the Top 1000 Contributors annually since 2008. Her work has also been published on Yahoo! News and omg! She covers the Superfan beat for the Showtime hit 'Dexter' on Yahoo! TV and the college football fan's perspective on Michigan Wolverine football for Yahoo! Sports. Follow all of these topics on Twitter @AndreaCoventry.
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With four years of online writing experience, she has published on numerous websites. Under the previous Featured Contributor program on Associated Content, she was an FC in education, parenting, arts & entertainment, and local. She has been in the Top 1000 Contributors annually since 2008. Her work has also been published on Yahoo! News and omg! She covers the Superfan beat for the Showtime hit 'Dexter' on Yahoo! TV and the college football fan's perspective on Michigan Wolverine football for Yahoo! Sports. Follow all of these topics on Twitter @AndreaCoventry.
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2012 Olympics Comprehensive TV Schedule for July 28Are you looking for live Team USA coverage? Perhaps you want to see a recap or how other countries are doing in the Olympics? Here is a comprehensive list of channels and events for July 28th.Also published on:
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Reaction to Barack Obama's Ad 'Firms'Obama appeals to the patriotism of voters in this slam against Mitt Romney.
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Reaction to Mitt Romney's Ad 'Doing Fine?'Mitt Romney appeals to the middle class in this ad against Obama.
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Reaction to Mitt Romney's Ad 'What Happened?'Mitt Romney creates a weak ad, manipulating parts of a speech from 2008.
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Reaction to Barack Obama's Ad 'Tampered'Obama accuses Romney of altering his words to fit his own means.
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Reaction to Mitt Romney's Ad 'Where Did All the Money Go?'Mitt Romeny's ad grabs your attention with burning money and tries to answer a burning question for voters.
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Yeah, I Wonder About Mitt Romney's ReturnsBarack Obama's ad about Mitt Romney's returns just makes me want more information.
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2012 Summer Olympics BMX Venue Guide: BMX TrackThe BMX track - now and after the Olympics - what you need to know.
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2012 Summer Olympics Venue Guide: Boxing at ExCelWhat you need to know about the boxing events at ExCel during the Summer 2012 Olympics.
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2012 Summer Olympics Venue Guide: Wrestling and Weightlifting at ExCelWhat you need to know before going to the ExCel Center for the Wrestling and Weightlifting Olympic events.
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Facebook Now a Networking Tool -- with Some Social Thrown InFacebook has changed over the last several months for me. Now I strictly use it for networking and very little for the social piece.
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Michigan Recruit Receives Death Threats After Burning Letter: A Fan's ReactionSocial media threats cloud the Michigan-Ohio State rivalry and take the focus off of the football, which is most important, following the viral picture of a recruit burning a letter.Also published on:
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President Obama and 'The View': Same-Sex MarriagePresident Obama went on 'The View' to discuss his recent announcement that he was in favor of same-sex marriage.
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Mark Sanchez and Kate Upton, Plus Other Athlete-Swimsuit Model CouplesKate Upton keeps playing coy about her rumored relationship with Mark Sanchez. Will they ever officially join the ranks of these other hot athlete and swimsuit model couples?
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Teens with Tics Reportedly Getting BetterA group of teens in LeRoy, N.Y., who gained national attention for a mysterious onset of tics and Tourettes-like symptoms, is reportedly getting better.
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Abby Wambach Receives U.S. Olympic Committee Honors, Brings Hometown PrideAbby Wambach's continued accolades for U.S. Women's Soccer bring more hometown pride to Rochester, NY.Also published on:
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Detroit Lions Fan Admits to Phoning in Threats During Playoffs: Fan ReactionDetroit Lions fans are fiercely loyal to their team. Shawn Payton admitted to taking his fanaticism to a new level during the playoffs.Also published on:
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Top 5 Reasons Football Recruits Should Sign with MichiganProspective players to the Michigan Wolverines program will find themselves being winners both on and off the field. Learn life skills while also playing hard.Also published on:
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5 of the Worst Super Bowl Commercials EverSuper Bowl commercials are guaranteed to be memorable. That's why companies shell out the big bucks. Unfortunately, these commercials were remembered for all the wrong reasons.Also published on:
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5 of the Worst Super Bowl Halftime Shows EverSuper Bowl halftime shows can be the best or the worst part of the game. They are almost as memorable as the commercials and the actual game. These are remembered for how horrible they were.Also published on:
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Biggest College Football Recruiting Scandals of All Time: A Fan's OpinionThe NCAA has gone after numerous schools over the years for providing illegal incentives to recruits. These are five of the big ones.Also published on:
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Biggest Recruiting Flops in College Football History: A Fan's TakeSo many athletes seem promising when they are stars on their high school teams. And then they hit the college level and become some of the biggest recruiting flops in history.Also published on:
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Joe Paterno Near Death: Fan ReactionJoe Paterno's health took a serious turn on January 21st. Family was called to his bedside in a State College hospital.Also published on:
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Greatest Super Bowl Plays: The Saints' Onside KickThe New Orleans Saints' onside kick to start the second half is one of the greatest Super Bowl moments I have ever seen and will always stand out in my mind.Also published on:
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Best Super Bowl XLVI Packages: Support a Charity Auction or Buy OutrightThose interested in going to Super Bowl XLVI need to move quickly to secure their packages. Choose between a charity auction to support research for Duchenne or purchase an official NFL on Location package.Also published on:
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8 Essential Super Bowl Party SuppliesHosting a successful Super Bowl party requires more than just football-themed decorations and plates. Included in this guide are also fun electronics that can add a twist to this year's party.Also published on:
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5 of the Greatest Super Bowl MVPs of All TimeSuper Bowls create legends in the football world. Some of them are rewarded with an MVP status following the game. Here are five of my favorite Super Bowl MVPs of all time.Also published on:
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Where to Buy Super Bowl Tickets OnlineSuper Bowl tickets can be hard to obtain. Many sites boast of having great deals on tickets, only to suddenly run into problems after the consumer purchases them. These trusted sites are great sources of tickets to the big game.Also published on:
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5 Restaurants to Visit for Fans Attending Super Bowl XLVIHere are five restaurants for Super Bowl fans, recommended by Indiana natives.Also published on:
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3 Sports Bars in Rochester, NY for Watching the Super BowlSkip the Super Bowl parties at home and let someone clean up the mess. Gather up your friends and family and venture out to any of these three sports bars. Enjoy great food and drinks while watching on numerous big screen TVs.Also published on:
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6 Resolutions for Montessori ParentsMontessori parents can do a lot of things to facilitate their child's Montessori education and development of independence.
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5 of the Best Concerts Coming to Rochester, New York, in 2012Rochester, New York, is full of music and culture. In addition to great festivals, many big acts play in venues around the area. These are five of the biggest acts coming in the first part of 2012.
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Americans Need to Join Chinese on New Quest for the Moon, Not Let Them Take OverNow that the Americans have given up on the space program, the Chinese are stepping in to take over the quest to go back to the moon. We need to join them on this quest and not let them take it over. -
Michigan State Spartans the Only Big Ten Team to Win a Bowl on January 2nd: Fan CommentaryThe Big Ten was represented in five different bowl games on January 2nd. Only the Michigan State Spartans managed to pull off a winAlso published on:
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Penn State Struggles Against Houston in the TicketCity Bowl: Fan CommentaryThe Penn State Nittany Lions were unable to perform well against Houston's offensive blitzkrieg in the 2012 TicketCity Bowl.Also published on:
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Urban Meyer's Former Gators Dominate His Future Buckeyes in the Gator Bowl: Fan CommentarySpecial teams and defense dominated in the Gators' win over the Buckeyes in the TaxSlayer.com Gator Bowl.Also published on:
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South Carolina Dominates Nebraska, Third Quarter Fistfight in Capital One Bowl: Fan CommentaryThe South Carolina Gamecocks dominated the Nebraska Cornhuskers in the 2012 Capital One Bowl. Highlights of the game included a Hail Mary pass to end the first half and a third quarter fistfight leading to a dual ejection.Also published on:
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Florida State Rallies in the Fourth Quarter to Beat Notre Dame: A Fan's CommentaryCostly interceptions by Notre Dame help the Florida State Seminoles to victory in the Champs Sports Bowl.Also published on:
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Montessori Practical Life: Valentine's Day ColorsFor the month of February 2011, the activities on my Montessori Practical Life shelf took on a red, pink, and purple theme. -
Toledo Holds Off Air Force in the Military Bowl: A Fan's CommentaryHigh-scoring offenses fought neck-in-neck during the 2011 Military Bowl, but the Toledo Rockets reigned supreme over the Air Force Falcons.Also published on:
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Purdue Holds Off Western Michigan in the Little Caesar's Pizza Bowl: A Fan's CommentaryThe Big 10 conference got its first win of the bowl season when the Purdue Boilermakers defeated the Western Michigan Broncos 37-32 in the Little Caesar's Pizza Bowl.Also published on:
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Lions, Packers Have Moved on from Thanksgiving Stomp, Have We? a Fan's OpinionNdamukong Suh's infamous stomp during the Thanksgiving game between the Packers and Lions continues to be a hot topic, especially as the two are set to face off again on New Year's Day. Who has moved on and who has not?Also published on:
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Calvin Johnson Going to Pro Bowl, Matthew Stafford Snubbed: A Fan's ReactionThe Detroit Lions only have one player going to the Pro Bowl this year. Many feel it should have been at least two.Also published on:
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Buffalo Bills Fans Will Miss Out on Tebow TimeTim Tebow is finally coming to Orchard Park, but Buffalo Bills fans will have to miss out. The NFL is blacking out the game because not enough tickets were sold for the Christmas Eve match-up.Also published on:
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Fan's Review: Best College Football Uniforms in 2011Throwback uniforms and Nike Pro Combat uniforms made football players look as sharp as they played throughout the 2011 season. These are five of my favorite uniforms.Also published on:
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Top 5 Plays by Denard Robinson in the 2011 SeasonDenard Robinson is a dynamic player, both in his passing and in his rushing abilities. These five plays in three games over the course of the season demonstrated his athletic prowess.Also published on:
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Fan's Review: Top Stories in the 2011 College Football SeasonScandal reigned supreme during the 2011 college football season.Also published on:
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Fan's Review: 5 Disappointments in the 2011 College Football SeasonFor all of the good in college football in 2011, there was a fair share of disappointments, as well. Here are five of my picks for some of the most disappointing people and teams of the year.Also published on:
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Fan's Review: College Football Fans Rush the Field in 2011Rushing the field following a major win is a favorite college football pastime. Here are five of the most memorable stories from 2011.Also published on:
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Fan's Review: Best Comebacks in the 2011 College Football SeasonIt is always fun to watch the underdog rally and stage a huge comeback in the final moments of the game. Here are five of the greatest comebacks of the 2011 college football season.Also published on:
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Year in Review: Best Touchdowns in 2011 College Football SeasonThe 2011 college football season was a good one. Here are my votes for the five best touchdowns of the year.Also published on:
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Five of the Best Rose Bowl Games of All Time: A Fan's ViewThe Rose Bowl is the Granddaddy of all postseason games. It also boasts some of the most exciting games over its history. Here are five of those memorable matchups.Also published on:
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Top 5 Winning Moments in Orange Bowl History: A Fan's TakeThe Orange Bowl has a history with some classic games. These five games were some of the closest nail-biters in the game's history.Also published on:
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Detroit Lions Barely Hold onto Lead to Win Over Minnesota VikingsThe Minnesota Vikings almost staged a massive comeback in the second half after the Detroit Lions dominated in the first. The Lions barely held on and got lucky on the final play of the game.Also published on:
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Heisman Trophy Winners by PositionQuarterbacks and running backs are the most likely to win the Heisman Trophy, if this list of winners by position is any indication.
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History of the Heisman TrophyThe awards ceremony on December 10, 2011 will mark the 77th presentation of the Heisman Trophy. Who created it? Who was the first winner? And who is John Heisman?
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Was the Michigan Wolverines' "Grenade Drop" Disrespectful to Ohio State?: A Fan's OpinionFollowing their 40-34 win over Ohio State, the Michigan Wolverines pretended a bomb exploded and knocked them to the ground. Was it as offensive as many Buckeye fans believe?Also published on:
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Steve Johnson in Trouble for Touchdown Dance: A Fan's ReactionBuffalo Bills wide receiver Steve Johnson got himself into hot water for his touchdown dance in the game against the New York Jets. Now that everyone has apologized, it is time to move on.Also published on:
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Does Ndamukong Suh Expect to Avoid Discipline with Apology to Roger Goodell?: A Fan's ViewNdamukong Suh reportedly called NFL commissioner Roger Goodell on Sunday night to apologize to him directly for his behavior during the Thanksgiving game between the Detroit Lions and Green Bay Packers. Was this too little too late?Also published on:
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Brady Hoke Keeps a Level Head Following Win Over OSU: A Fan's ReactionMichigan Wolverines head coach Brady Hoke is an inspiration to his players and his fans. Following his big win over Ohio State, Hoke showed how he kept his feet on the ground during his post-game press conference.Also published on:
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Ndamukong Suh's Apology and Probable Suspension: A Fan's CommentaryNdamukong Suh finally apologized for his behavior and comments following the Thanksgiving 2011 game against the Green Bay Packers. It is expected that he will receive a two-game suspension.Also published on:
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Buffalo Bills Can't Hold On, Lose to New York Jets: A Fan's CommentaryThe Buffalo Bills and the New York Jets came into the battle as equals with a 5-5 record. The Bills couldn't hold onto their slight lead, losing the game in the final drive.Also published on:
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"Hail to the Victors": A Fan's Reaction to the Michigan Win Over Ohio StateMichigan ended the losing streak to arch rivals Ohio State in a nail-biting return to the true rivalry game.Also published on: -
What Needs to Happen to Ndamukong Suh? a Fan's CommentaryNdamukong Suh crossed the line during the Thanksgiving match between the Detroit Lions and Green Bay Packers. How can the NFL get through to him?Also published on:
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Can the Detroit Lions Upset the Green Bay Packers on Thanksgiving?: A Fan's ViewDetroit Lions fans are hoping for a repeat of the 1962 Thanksgiving game in which the Lions upset the undefeated Packers.Also published on:
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Confidence in a Michigan Win Over Ohio State: A Fan's ViewFor the first time in several years, I have confidence that Michigan will finally beat Ohio State in The Game.Also published on:
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Michigan Wolverines Gifts for MenBreak outside the traditional caps, jerseys and hoodies for your Michigan Wolverines man this year. Check out some of these other Christmas gifts.Also published on:
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Michigan Wolverines Gifts for WomenGo beyond the typical women's wear this Christmas as you shop for your female Michigan Wolverines fan. Check out the jewelry, bags, and nightwear that is available from the Yahoo! Sports Store.Also published on:
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Best Michigan Wolverines Gifts for KidsIf you're raising your young ones to be Michigan Wolverines fans, you need to appeal to them on their level. Check out some of these great items for even the youngest supporters of the maize and blue.Also published on:
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Buffalo Bills Go 5-5 with Disastrous Loss to Miami Dolphins: Fan CommentaryInjuries and offensive shuffling contributes to Buffalo's disastrous loss to the Miami Dolphins.Also published on:
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Detroit Lions and Chicago Bears Rack Up $62,500 in NFL Fines: A Fan's CommentaryA brutal game between the Detroit Lions and Chicago Bears led to $62,500 in NFL fines. Should more players have received financial penalties?Also published on:
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Michigan Wolverines Dominate Nebraska Cornhuskers: A Fan's CommentaryIn what was deemed to be a relatively equal match-up, the Michigan Wolverines dominated over the Nebraska Cornhuskers thanks to many mistakes and darn good playing.Also published on:
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Christmas Stocking Stuffers for Michigan Wolverines FansSurprise the Michigan Wolverine fan in your life with one of these fun and affordable stocking stuffers this year.Also published on:
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Christmas Gifts for Michigan Wolverines Fans: Decorate the Home or OfficeThe Michigan Wolverines fan will want to decorate the home and office year-round. These Christmas items make great gifts for the college football fan in your life.Also published on:
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Remembering Bo Schembechler: A Fan's ViewWhen Bo Schembechler died five years ago, the Michigan Wolverines also died in a sense. Former friends and players remembered him on this anniversary, as the team climbs its way back up.Also published on:
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Michigan Wolverines Win Over Illinois Illini Exposes More Good and Bad: A Fan's ViewThe Michigan Wolverines beat the Illinois Illini on November 12th. Their win exposed some continued flaws while also showing promise in former poor spots.Also published on:
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Top 5 Buffalo Bills Jerseys for GiftsThe Buffalo Bills are having a better season than in recent years. Pay homage to current leadership while recognizing the Dream Team of the 1990s with these jerseys for Bills fans.
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Essential Gear for Winter RunningDevoted runners like to still venture outside, even in the dead of winter. Use these gear suggestions to keep your body safe and warm this winter season.
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Matthew Stafford Injury Hopefully Will Not Hinder a Rebound: A Fan's OpinionMatthew Stafford suffered an ankle sprain in the defeat against the Atlanta Falcons. Hopefully he and the rest of the team can rebound both physically and on the field.
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Brady Hoke's Wolverines Are Ready to Move on from Spartans Defeat: A Fan's ReactionBrady Hoke's weekly presser shows that the Michigan Wolverines are ready to move on from their loss to the Spartans. Fans are hoping for good things against Purdue after their bye week.
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Have the Detroit Lions Lost Their Mojo? A Fan's OpinionThe Detroit Lions have now lost their second game of the season, after a stunning opening series of games. Are these the real Lions or will they be able to rebound?
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Big Ten Suspends William Gholston: A Michgan Fan's ReactionWilliam Gholston committed a couple of serious personal fouls against Michigan during their rivalry game on October 15th. The Big Ten has stepped in to administer a one-game suspension.
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Michigan State Launches Internal Investigation into Player Conduct: A Michigan Fan's ReactionThe Michigan v. Michigan State football game had some questionable player conduct. Michigan State and the Big Ten have launched an investigation into William Gholston's behavior.
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Should Denard Robinson Stay the Starting Quarterback for Michigan?: A Fan's OpinionDenard Robinson played one of his worst games ever against Michigan State this year. Some fans want Devin Gardner to take over as starting quarterback.
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Brady Hoke Isn't Ready to Let Go of Spartans Defeat: A Fan's ReactionBrady Hoke and his Michigan Wolverines are having a hard time dealing with their loss to their rivals the Michigan Spartans. They need to learn from their mistakes and move forward.
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Adapting to Food Price SpikesFood price spikes, particularly in peanut butter, have changed the way we plan our meals and go grocery shopping.
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Buffalo Bills Suffer Heartbreaking Loss to NY Giants: A Fan's ViewBuffalo Bills fans were crushed when they lost to the NY Giants on October 16th, hoping this is not a repeat of last season.
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Michigan State Upsets Michigan Again: A Fan's PerspectiveMichigan State keeps the Paul Bunyan trophy in East Lansing for the fourth year in a row. This is the first time such a feat has been accomplished in about 50 years.
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Fan's take: Do the Michigan Wolverines deserve their high ranking?The Michigan Wolverines are ranked #12 (AP) and #11 (coaches') after their 58-0 win over Minnesota on October 1, 2011. Do they deserve such accolades?
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A Michigan fan's reaction to Michigan State's victory over Ohio StateMichigan fans delighted in watching their in-state nemesis Michigan State triumph over arch-nemesis Ohio State.
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Michigan Wolverines shut out Minnesota Gophers: A fan's reactionThe Little Brown Jug continues to reside in Ann Arbor after the Michigan Wolverines shut out the Minnesota Gophers in the Big Ten Conference Opener.
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'Dexter' Takes a Religious TurnDexter Morgan's new battle is on the spiritual front as he begins to question faith and religion.
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Historical significance of Michigan-Notre Dame game: A fan's perspectiveThe Michigan-Notre Dame game of 2011 was one of the most exciting ever, with plenty of historical significance.
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Top changes in the Michigan football program in 2011: A fan's viewMichigan football has been under a media microscope lately with all of its changes. This is an overview of the major ones.
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Fan's insight: Football traditions for the Michigan WolverinesThe Michigan Wolverines are known for their legendary traditions that surround every one of their games.
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Michigan's impact games in 2011: A fan's opinionThe Michigan Wolverines are about to embark upon their first season under a new coach, with hopes of a rebirth. These three games are the most important, in my opinion.
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Western New York Feels the Impact of IreneIrene may only be a tropical storm, but she is still affecting people all the way through Western New York.
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Big Ten Network college football tour stops in Ann Arbor: A fan's reactionThe Big Ten Network's college football tour stopped in Ann Arbor. The Wolverines still have a long way to go but have made some marked progress under Brady Hoke.
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Essential Materials for the Montessori Art CurriculumMontessori art focuses on process not product. Children do not recreate crafts, but learn how to use the materials to make their own creations. -
How Writers Incorporate Movement into Their Hectic LifestylesWriters lead a sedentary lifestyle, which can lead to health complications. These are suggestions from fellow writers for incorporating exercise and movement into the work day. -
The Cursive Writing Debate: Neurological Necessity vs. Standardized TestingCursive writing continues to fall by the wayside in schools, despite the educational benefits it has for children, simply because it doesn't fall under standardized testing goals. -
How Frequently Should a Preschool Newsletter Be Sent Out?Preschool parents want information on a timely basis. Each method has its advantages and disadvantages. -
Fans of 'Mister Rogers' Neighborhood' Share Mixed Opinions About an Animated Spinoff SeriesPBS has announced an animated spinoff of the popular children's show 'Mister Rogers' Neighborhood.' 'Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood' starts airing in Fall 2012 and fans have a lot to say about it.
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What to Include in a Preschool NewsletterWhat information do parents want to see in their preschool child's newsletter? Be informative and upbeat with this mix of topics. -
Writers Can Learn from Gamer's DeathThe death of a gamer who sat for hours on end should serve as a wake-up call to writers who are similarly addicted to their work. -
Graham Glasgow latest Ohio State commit to switch to Michigan: A fan's reactionOhio State lost another future player on Aug. 3rd when Graham Glasgow switched his walk-on commitment over to the Michigan Wolverines.
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Michigan kicking game is dependent on true freshman Matt Wile: A fan's perspectiveMatt Wile may be a true freshman, but he will be a breath of fresh air into Michigan's pathetic kicking program in the next season.
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Fan's reaction: Michigan coach Brady Hoke at Big Ten Media DayBrady Hoke answered tough questions at his first Big Ten Football Media Day, especially about the status of Darryl Stonum and the process of recruiting and rebuilding a football team.
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Fan's reaction: Michigan's Mike Martin at Big Ten Media DaysThe Michigan Wolverine defense was represented at Big Ten Media Days by nose tackle Mike Martin. He spoke about leadership and building up the team, both physically and emotionally.
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Denard Robinson emerges as strong leader for Wolverines at Big Ten Media Days: A fan's takeDenard Robinson is preparing to start his junior year as the quarterback for the Michigan Wolverines. His leadership skills were apparent at the Big Ten Media Days.
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Fan's reaction: Defensive end Chris Wormley commits to MichiganChris Wormley is the 10th player from the state of Ohio to commit to the Michigan Wolverines, breathing even more life into the Michigan-Ohio State rivalry.
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Fan's reaction: Michigan fans can now wed at 'The Big House'Engaged Wolverine fans can now make their dreams come true at The Big House in Ann Arbor.
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Good Teachers Quit Due to Lack of Support, CompensationGood teachers are leaving their jobs because they just can't make it on so little.
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CDC Warns Against Water Frogs as Pets Due to Salmonella ConcernsThe CDC recommends that children under the age of 5 stay away from water frogs, both at home and in the classroom, due to salmonella concerns.Also published on:
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OSU vacating the 2010 season: A Michigan fan's reactionOSU vacated its 2010 season as a part of its self-imposed punishment for NCAA violations. Does it really matter to Michigan fans?
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Fan's reaction: Police release more details about Darryl Stonum's arrestPolice have released more details about the DUI arrest of University of Michigan wide receiver Darryl Stonum.
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Fans take to Twitter on former Michigan quarterback Tate Forcier: A fan's reportCollege football fans on Twitter weigh in on Tate Forcier's latest college football choices.Also published on: -
Desmond Howard upsets Michigan fans with Denard Robinson comments: A fan's reactionDesmond Howard upset Michigan fans when he singled out Denard Robinson in comments about modern players' sense of entitlement.Also published on:
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Michigan building up its defense: A fan's perspectiveNew Michigan man Brady Hoke is working on improving the Wolverine defense with some big players.
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Tressel resigns at Ohio State: A Michigan fan's takeJim Tressel, coach of our arch nemesis, has resigned from Ohio State football. Michigan fans are excited, yet a few have mixed emotions.
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Michigan football on Twitter: A fan's takeWho should Michigan football fans follow on Twitter?
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Michigan Wolverines unveil new throwback uniforms: A fan's reactionMichigan Wolverines unveiled new throwback uniforms for the Notre Dame game and new 2011 fan gear.
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Five Best Toys for InfantsThese five types of toys are best for stimulating the development of infants.
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Michigan spring game shows promise: A fan's reactionMichigan's spring football game shows some promise under the new coach, but also demonstrated the need for a lot more practice. -
Americans React to Bin Laden's Death on FacebookFacebook was the method through which many found out about Osama bin Laden's death. A range of reactions quickly flooded news feeds.Also published on: -
How the Royal Wedding, Patriotism, Social Media Defined My Reaction to Bin Laden's Death5/1/11 is another day that will live in infamy in American history. Osama bin Laden is dead.
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Five ways Michigan fans can pass the time until college football seasonWhat are five ways that my fellow Michigan Wolverines fans can pass the time until the college football season starts up again?
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Montessori Sensorial: Montessori Geometric CabinetThe Montessori Geometric Cabinet is part of the Montessori sensorial curriculum. Each tray teaches children about a different set of two-dimensional plane shapes. There are six drawers, and one intro tray. -
Meeting David GrayOn March 27, 2010 I went to see David Gray in concert at the Ohio Theatre in Columbus, Ohio. It was a fantastic show and I heard almost all of my requests. Following the show, I hung out behind the theatre for a chance to meet the man. -
Top 5 Eddie Vedder Solo Performances with FriendsEddie Vedder is about to embark on another solo tour. His solo career has yielded some fabulous performances with other artists.
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Top 5 Eddie Vedder Collaborations in StudioPearl Jam front man Eddie Vedder has a solo career that is as prolific as his work with the full band. What are some of his most memorable collaborations?
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Striped Crocuses in March 2011I have fabulous striped purple crocuses that bloom every spring in my yard.
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Purple Crocuses In March 2011Purple crocuses in my spring garden in 2011.
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Yellow Crocuses in March 2011Yellow crocuses in my garden 2011.
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Declutter the Kids' Rooms: Set Up like a ClassroomAre you jealous that your child always cleans up at school, but is so disorganized at home? Set up the kids' play area like a classroom, and watch a change happen.
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Guide to Montessori OrganizationsMontessori educators often identify with at least one organization through their training and school. These are the four major Montessori organizations in North America.
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Severe Food Allergies in the Classroom Prompt DiscussionA girl in Edgewater, Florida has a peanut allergy so severe that parents are up in arms over measures being taken to protect her. Here is what my schools have done in such situations.
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Fan outlook: New era begins at Michigan's spring football practiceMichigan fans have a lot to look forward to this upcoming football season. What should you watch for during the spring practices?Also published on:
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Memories of My First Concert: New Kids on the Block in DetroitYeah, that's right. My first concert was New Kids on the Block. And twenty years later, I will be going to see them again.
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Letchworth State Park, NY: Rainy, Winter DayWe went wandering on a rainy, winter day, and decided to hike part of Letchworth State Park, "Grand Canyon of the East." These are pictures from the southern entrance in Castile, NY, because you can't drive all the way through in the winter.
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Montessori Sensorial: Irregular Curved Shapes from the Montessori Geometric CabinetThe sixth tray in the Montessori Geometric Cabinet holds irregular curved shapes. These shapes are not seen as frequently in the child's environment, which makes them even more interesting.
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Montessori Sensorial: Irregular Straight Shapes from the Montessori Geometric CabinetThe tray with irregular straight shapes is the fifth drawer in the Montessori geometric cabinet. All of these shapes are two-dimensional, known as plane shapes. Children learn these by tracing the contours with their fingers.
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Preschool Science: How to Make a Magnet Fishing GameChildren love to explore magnets. Make these explorations fun by creating a magnet fishing game. Then, encourage children to create their own!
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Montessori Sensorial: Polygon Tray from the Montessori Geometric CabinetThe polygon tray is the fourth tray in the Montessori geometric cabinet in the Montessori Sensorial area.
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Signs of Spring: Tulips 2010Tulips are a fun addition to any spring garden. Every day a new one pops up! Here are some of the highlights from 2010.
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Glimpses of the Garden 2010Miscellaneous shots from the spring and summer garden of 2010
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White Oriental Lily 2010Trumpet, Oriental, daylily, asiatic, I have them all. Lilies are some of my favorite flowers, and they smell so nice! This white oriental lily is taller than I am every year, and one of my favorites!
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Roses 2010I also adore my rose bushes, and have some unique varieties.
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Montessori Sensorial: Triangle Tray from the Montessori Geometric CabinetThe triangle tray is the third tray in the Montessori geometric cabinet. Each triangle has a special name, first indicated by its angle, then by its lines/sides.
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Montessori Sensorial: Intro Tray from the Montessori Geometric CabinetThe geometric cabinet in the Montessori sensorial curriculum teaches children about plane shapes. They trace the contours of the shapes to gain a true understanding of those lines and angles. This intro tray precedes the rest of the cabinet.
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Bigfoot at Webster Park in Rochester, NY?We recently watched some documentaries about commonly used evidence to support Bigfoot sightings. On our recent hike at Webster Park in Rochester, NY, we found some of our own.
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Winter Trees at Webster Park in Rochester, NYI love the shapes of trees. These are some we found on our winter hike through Webster Park in Rochester, NY.
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Butterfly Pavilion at Strong National Museum of Play: Tropical FoliageThe Butterfly Pavilion at Strong National Museum of Play in Rochester, NY is an indoor tropical rainforest with tons of beautiful tropical foliage.
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Turtles at the Butterfly Pavilion at Strong National Museum of PlayA fun addition to the Butterfly Pavilion at Strong National Museum of Play in Rochester, NY is the turtle pond.
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Hidden Butterflies at the Butterfly Pavilion at the Strong National Museum of PlayWhen touring the Butterfly Pavilion at the Strong National Museum of Play in Rochester, NY, you have to look carefully to find all of the butterflies hiding in the foliage. Can you find them in these pictures?
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Blue Morpho Butterflies at the Butterfly Pavilion at the Strong National Museum of PlayThe most common butterfly at the Butterfly Pavilion at the Strong National Museum of Play in Rochester, NY is the Blue Morpho Butterfly.
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Butterfly Pavilion at Strong National Museum of Play: Black ButterfliesThe Butterfly Pavilion at the Strong National Museum of Play in Rochester, NY boasts hundreds of butterfly species. Here are a couple of the black-colored butterflies I found on my latest visit.
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Butterfly Pavilion at Strong National Museum of Play: Swallowtail ButterfliesThe swallowtail butterfly is my favorite butterfly, and one of my "spirit animals." She is beautiful, but was quite elusive on my recent visit!
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Butterfly Pavilion at Strong National Museum of PlayThe Butterfly Pavilion at the Strong National Museum of Play in Rochester, NY educates children through nature play, as hundreds of species flutter throughout in varying stages of the life cycle.
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How to Make a Grocery Shopping List with Your KidsInvolve your kids in making your weekly grocery shopping list. Teach them how to be frugal, as well as to make healthy choices.
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Pearl Jam's First Kiss: My Valentine's Day Love StoryA Pearl Jam fan almost couldn't make up a better scenario for a first kiss.....
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P. Diddy Responsible for 9/11?Valerie Joyce Wilson Turks has accused rapper P. Diddy of conspiring to bring down the World Trade Center on 9/11, amongst other outlandish claims.
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Get Rid of Sippy Cups and Baby BottlesChildren are capable of drinking out of regular cups at a very young age. It is time to get rid of the sippy cups and baby bottles!
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How to Brush Teeth: Sequencing Cards for National Children's Dental Health MonthCelebrate National Children's Dental Health Month with these brushing sequencing cards and follow-up activities.
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How to Floss Your Teeth: Sequencing Cards for National Children's Dental Health MonthUse a free printout from the American Dental Association to create a sequencing activity for National Children's Dental Health Month.
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Preschool Tracing Letters and Numbers ActivitiesPrepare the preschooler's hand for writing through these tracing activities for letters and numbers.
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Teach Food Groups with Newspaper AdsThose weekly grocery store flyers can provide a wealth of educational activities.
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How to Make a Coffee Filter SnowflakeCoffee filter snowflakes are a perennial favorite for young children. Here is how you make one.
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Preschool Cutting Activities: Coffee Filter Snowflakes and CrownsInspire winter creativity while practicing cutting skills with these preschool activities.
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Valentine's Day Popped Up as an Embarrassing HolidayEmbarrassing moments have a tendency to pop up on you, even on Valentine's Day
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Best Motion Picture Comedy or Musical Golden Globe Goes to 'The Kids Are All Right'The Kids Are All Right won the big prize for Best Motion Picture Comedy or Musical at the 2011 Golden Globe Awards.
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Golden Globe for Best TV Series Drama Goes to Boardwalk EmpireBoardwalk Empire was the big TV Drama winner, with awards for Best TV Series Drama, and Best Actor.
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Golden Globe for Best Actor in a TV Series Drama Goes to Steve BuscemiSteve Buscemi won the Golden Globe for Best Actor in a TV Series Drama for his work on Boardwalk Empire.
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Montessori Practical Life: Tonging Activities for ChristmasStrengthen fine motor skills by using these ideas for practical life tonging exercises at Christmas. The theme was red, green, and white in 2010.
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Montessori Practical Life: Spooning Activities for ChristmasFor my Christmas 2010 Practical Life shelf, I focused on a theme of red, green, and white. Try these ideas in the classroom or in your home.
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Felt Activities for December HolidaysTeach your children about December holidays with these interactive felt activities for Hanukkah, Christmas, and Kwanzaa.
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Montessori Practical Life: Tonging Activities for JanuaryThese are some of the tonging exercises from my Practical Life shelf in January. The theme has been the winter colors of blue, white, and purple.
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Montessori Practical Life: More Spooning Activities for JanuaryThese are a few spooning activities from my second practical life shelf in January. Again, the theme is blue and purple for the winter.
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Montessori Practical Life: Spooning Activities for JanuaryThese are pictures of spooning activities from my first practical life shelf in January 2011, with a theme of blue & purple for winter. Use them to inspire your own activities!
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Review of the 16th Annual Critics Choice Awards 2011The critical awards season kicked off with the 16th Annual Critics Choice Awards on VH1, on January 14, 2011. Here is a list of the presenters, speeches, winners and nominees for films released in 2010.
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Valentine's Day with Hannibal LechterI enjoyed my Valentine's Day with Hannibal Lechter, even though others didn't.
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Top 5 Movies by Blake EdwardsWhen Blake Edwards passed away in December 2010, he left behind an overwhelming legacy of classic movies that will live on for generations.
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Guide to the Music Awards ShowsAwards season stretches longer and longer every year. What are all of the music awards that are given out each year?
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YCN Writers Share Their 2011 New Years ResolutionsWhat are your New Year's Resolutions? Fellow writers on the Yahoo! Contributor Network share their resolutions.
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Michael C. Hall: Who Wins the Heart of a Serial Killer?Michael C. Hall and Jennifer Carpenter are getting divorced. Is he going to fly solo for a while, or is another lover hiding in the wings?
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How to Make a Felt Kwanzaa KinaraChildren can learn about the December holiday of Kwanzaa through this easy-to-make felt activity.
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Spring 2010 LeavesI love leaves: their colors, their patterns, and their shapes. I found some fun ones this spring and summer.
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Memories of 'Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer'Burl Ives singing "Have a Holly Jolly Christmas" in "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer" has always meant the beginning of the Christmas season to me.
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Rochester Snow: Mid-December 2010I love the way random things look when covered in the snow.
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December 2010 Snow in Rochester: The Gray Days of WinterThough I despise digging through the snow, I find it absolutely breathtaking to view. The gray days of winter can be beautiful.
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5 Worst Christmas Movie Remakes and SequelsHollywood can never leave anything alone. Preying upon the success of a Christmas movie, they decide to try to remake it or create a sequel. Here are some of the worst.
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Christmas Writing Activity for Kids: Christmas CardsEncourage children to practice writing skills during the Christmas holiday by having them write and send Christmas cards.
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Walmart's Feed-a-Family-of-Four $75 ChallengeCan you find a meal plan to feed a family of four for less than $75 a week? Here is how I did it.
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Top 5 Leslie Nielsen CharactersLeslie Nielsen was not only a comedic actor, but also a dramatic actor. Here are five of his most memorable performances over his sixty-year career.
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5 New Years Resolutions for My Montessori ClassroomThe needs of a Montessori classroom are ever-changing. Here are my 5 New Years resolutions for my classroom.
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Childhood Memorabilia: Classic Toys that They Do Not Make AnymoreDo you remember some of these vintage toys and games from the 1980s and 1990s?
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Review of 2010 American Music Awards: Performances and WinnersWho won this year's AMAs? Did anyone pull a Kanye West? And how do those boy bands, NKOTB and BSB look now that they're older?
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Life Before Today's Technology: My Family's MemoriesHow was life different before cell phones, computers, and other technology of today?
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Worst Travel Experience: Traveling with GrandmaI loved my grandmother dearly. But traveling with an 85 year-old woman is a less than pleasant experience!
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Funny Christmas Memories: Shortcake, Shaving, and Trash BagsClassic family stories from my childhood.