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Currently living in central Illinois and wondering when people stopped proof reading what they write. Spelling and grammar have become lost arts.
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BA Political Science - Southern Illinois University at Carbondale, BA Radio Television, BS Elementary Education - SIUCMotto
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A Quick Thanksgiving HaikuOne syllable for each pound of turkey consumed.
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A Haiku About the Color PurpleA quick little haiku about The Color Purple.
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A Wee Bit of World Cup HaikuI don't understand how soccer is so popular, but that's not going to stop me from writing this little haiku.
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Three Great Bars in the Greater Sringfield, Illinois AreaIf you need to wet your whistle, here are three fine choices in the greater Springfield, Illinois area. -
Great Burger Joints in the Greater Springfield, IL AreaDon't bother with greasy fast food burgers. These restaurants will satisfy the most picky burger eater (if such a thing exists).
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If You Don't Feel like Studying at Southern Illinois University at Carbondale, I've Got a Few SuggestionsSometimes you need to put the school books up for a while and find something fun to do. Here's a few ideas.
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Fun in Education: A Look at How I Used My College DegreeA quick history of my life since getting my teaching degree. -
First Date Ideas for the Greater Springfield, IL AreaThere's plenty to do around Springfield on a date if you're willing to look!
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An Earth Day HaikuSumming up the ecological problems on our planet in a mere seventeen syllables. -
A Graduation HaikuNo need to sit through your graduation speaker blathering about how bad things are. Here it is in 17 syllables.
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Simpe and Easy Kugel RecipeCooking doesn't have to be hard. Here's a simple recipe for a kugel that is sure to satisfy.
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The PumpkintiniA fast and simple recipe for a delicious cocktail.
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Lesson Plan: Civil War Letter WritingA chance for students to write letters from the perspective of an American Civil War era soldier. -
A Haiku on the 80'sSeventeen syllables for 10 crazy years.
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A Quick Limerick About the EconomyIf you can't laugh at the economy, there's nothing left to do but cry.
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Top 10 Foods for Healthy EyesA look at the top ten choices of foods that help promote better vision and eye health in general. -
A Haiku for Christian BaleThere's no denying his talent. He's just a little quick to anger is all.
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Top 5 Inexpensive Tackle BoxesA look at the top choices for tackle boxes under thirty dollars. -
A Reflection on Interdisciplinary Units for Teaching: Advantages and DisadvantagesInterdisciplinary units can be a tremendous educational tool if you have the capacity to properly implement them.
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Review of "What I've Learned from Teachers of Writing", by Donald GravesHere is a review of a professional journal article that discusses the importance of writing in school. -
Top 5 Inexpensive Electric GrillsA look at five electric grills for the budget minded cook. -
Top 5 Inexpensive Fishing RodsA look at five high quality fishing rods that won't break the bank. -
Top 10 Inexpensive Fishing LuresMy top ten list of favorite inexpensive lures. -
Taking Public Transportation to Wrigley Field: Taking the CTA TrainsA quick guide to the main CTA train routes that will take you within walking distance of Wrigley Field. -
Kosher Wines for PassoverA selection of five Kosher wines suitable for use during the Passover celebration. -
An Explanation of PassoverA brief explanation of the history of Passover and a look at some of the customs. -
Buying a Foreclosed HomeA quick how-to guide to buying a foreclosed house, as well as some pros and cons.
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Basic Color Washing TechniquesA quick guide to some of the more common methods of color washing. -
Literary Elements in The Bass, the River, and Sheila MantStudents will define, identify, explain, and review the following literary elements utilized in "The Bass, the River, and Sheila Mant": antagonist, protagonist, internal conflict, external conflict, symbolism, climax, and point of view. -
Lesson Plan on the American Dream in Steinbeck's "Of Mice and Men"Students will define what the American Dream means to them and apply their understanding to characters in John Steinbeck's Of Mice and Men
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The Best Bubble Products for Celebrating National Bubble WeekA selection of bubble making toys for all age groups! -
Basic NASCAR TerminologyA quick glossary of some of the more commonly used terms in NASCAR racing. -
A Love HaikuSeventeen syllables say so much.
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Romantic Themed Wines for Valentine's DayA selection of wines and vineyards that feature romantic names or artwork on their bottles. -
2009 NBA All-Star Game Fantasy RostersArgue all you want, these are my best picks. -
PORTA Junior & Senior High School in Petersburg, Illinois Using Geothermal and Wind PowerA school district in this rural Illinois community is making use of green energy in the form of geothermal and a wind turbine.
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Top 10 New Year's Resolutions for Rod BlagojevichJust a few ideas to get the new year off on the right foot. This one doesn't seem to be ending well for Blago. -
Activities to Break in a New Classroom CommunityA week's worth of ice breaker activities to let a classroom get to know itself.
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When Did Things Get like This?A short observation on the state of affairs of people.
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Classroom Syllabus Expectations for Middle and High SchoolA simple list of expectations to present at the start of the school year to get things going on the right foot.
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Big Lighting Ideas for Small RoomsA few ideas for how to best light a small space while not creating clutter.
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Decorative Deck LightingA few simple ideas for keeping your deck out of the dark. -
Bright Ideas for Lighting a Kid's RoomSome simple and easy ideas for clever lighting ideas for a kid's room. -
Candles for Home DecorationSome quick tips for using candles to brighten up the home. -
Dorm Decorating for Guys 101A few simple ideas to make the dorm room somewhere you want to be!
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Discipline with Dignity: A Classroom Behavioral Model by Richard Curwin and Allen MendlerA form of classroom management that focuses on accountability instead of blame.
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Famous Dave's BBQ in Mall of America: Minneapolis Restaurant ReviewGreat barbecue in a casual environment. A little pricey at times, but totally worth it.
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Hidden Identity and Romantic Love in Twelfth Night and the OdysseyA look at how hiding a true identity helps produce a stronger love in Shakespeare's Twelfth Night and Homer's The Odyssey.
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The Legend of Sleepy Hollow as a Folk TaleA look at how Sleepy Hollow follows the structure of a characteristic folk tale.
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Freudian Analysis of the Indian Myth, The Tiger, the Brahman and the JackalA look at the Indian myth "The Tiger, the Brahman, and the Jackal" in terms of the Id, Ego, and Super-Ego of Freudian psychology. -
Nature Imagery in Shakespeare's Romeo and JulietA look at how Shakespeare uses nature imagery to convey love and beauty in Romeo and Juliet.
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The Use of Foils in Charles Dickens' Great ExpectationsA look at how Dickens uses foils to make the characters in Great Expectations more realistic and interesting. -
Creating a Mother's Day Digital Photo Frame for Technology-Illiterate MomsA digital photo album is a great gift idea for Mother's Day. However, if your mom is anything like mine, she's not technologically savvy, and lots of buttons send her into fits of apoplexy. -
Wonderful Mother's Day Gifts for Jewish MomsIf you are like I am and have a Jewish mother, then you know how challenging it can be to find just the right gift. Finding Mother's Day gifts for Jewish moms is especially challenging.
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Technological DownfallsTechnology is as harmful as it is beneficial. From declining morals to global warming, technology is often the culprit
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Symbolism and Imagery in The Scarlet LetterAn analysis of how symbolism and imagery is used to portray the sin of adultery in The Scarlet Letter -
An Overview of Greek MythologyA comprehensive look at who's who in the pantheon of Greek mythology. -
William Wordsworth and the SublimeA look at William Wordsworth and his thoughts on the sublime and divinity.
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Lesson Plan: Using Proper Social Skills in Stressful SituationsStudents will role play a series of scenarios to practice using proper social skills in stressful situations. -
What is Modern Fantasy Fiction?A look at the genre of Modern Fantasy and the sub-genres it includes.
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Five Great Science Fiction & Fantasy Books for Middle and High SchoolA selection of books and mini-lesson ideas to delve into the genre of science fiction/fantasy.
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Science Lesson Plan: Identifying Chemical ChangesStudents will combine pairs of different materials, hypothesize what will happen when they are mixed, then observe the results.
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The Treatment of Asian Women in World War IIDuring World War II Chinese and Japanese women were horribly mistreated with alarming frequency. By looking at fictional and real victims of this violence, it is better understood what these women went through. -
English Lesson Plan: Non-Fiction Reading StrategiesStudents will read a book on crime scene investigation to help develop non-fiction reading strategies.
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Social Studies Lesson Plan: Lewis & Clark Picture BookA lesson using about Lewis & Clark using an extremely well illustrated book that is full of copies of primary source information. -
English Lesson Plan: Poe's the Tell-Tale HeartReading The Tell-Tale Heart provides a great lesson on use of language and imagery. -
Comparing Regional Re-Tellings of Tom ThumbA look at the differences in the American, English and French versions of the classic fairy tale, Tom Thumb. -
Science Lesson Plan: Chemical Changes of MatterUsing the technology of the Civil War Rifleman as a backdrop, students will learn about chemical changes in matter.
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A Look at the Importance of WetlandsA look at wetlands, and their importance at the global and local levels.
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Buying Chicago Cubs TicketsFive simply methods to find Chicago Cubs tickets!
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The Seven Intelligences of Howard GardnerA look at the different intelligences labeled by Howard Gardner and how they influence learning and education. -
William Blake's Personal MythologySince William Blake did not hold with many of the teachings of the Christian Church, he invented a personal mythology. -
Japan & Godzilla: Reflecting a Nation's Fears, Concerns and CultureDespite their campy nature, Godzilla movies serve as an illustration of Japan's fears and cultural identity.
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Interdisciplinary UnitsAn explanation of interdisciplinary units in teaching, their use and benefits. -
Lesson Plan: Literary Devices in The Highwayman by Alfred NoyesAn analysis of the literary devices used in "The Highwayman." Suitable for grades 8-10 -
The Four Basic Stages of Classroom AssessmentFollowing the four basic stages of assessment makes tracking classroom progress easier. -
Math Lesson Plan: Integers and Number Lines (Grades 6-8)Students will practice adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing integers using a number line.
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Math Lesson Plan: Proportions (Grades 7-9)Students will use radio controlled cars on a scale race track to learn the concept of proportions and how they work.
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How to Create the Ideal Math ClassroomCan the ideal math classroom be created with multiple constraints? Class size is large and diverse, and resources are small. What to do? -
Classroom Management Techniques and ExpectationsA look at what expectations I have in my classroom and what management techniques work. -
Math Open Ended Problem Solving Lesson (Grades 5-8)This lesson allows students to work on their own or in small groups to determine the best way to solve a problem.
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Lesson Plan: Working with Percentage Increase / DecreaseStudents will demonstrate how to calculate percent increases. Students will demonstrate how to calculate percent decreases. Students will demonstrate the ability to calculate percent increases and decreases in real life situations.
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Philosophy on Classroom AssessmentA discussion on the role of assessment in the classroom. What does it look like? What is its purpose? Am I doing it correctly? -
Poker Party Dining TipsThe first rule for food served at a poker game is keep it simple and keep it clean.