Cindy Vee
Sometimes I feel like I've spent my whole life in school! I have worked with children from birth to high school seniors, but have spent the most time in primary classrooms. My interest in the complex process of learning to read led me to earn a master's degree in literacy studies. I'm also mom to five children, mother-in-law to one, and am married to the love of my life.
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Bachelor of Science in Teaching, Master of Science in Literacy Studies, RealtorInterests
Reading, decorating, running, travel, exercise, education, fashion, holidays, tablescapes (table decorating), gardening and politics.Motto
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Minnesota Teachers Under Siege (Part II)This article discusses a proposed bill in the Minnesota legislature which would make it easier to become a licensed teacher in the state of Minnesota.
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Minnesota Teachers Under Siege (Part I)A new proposed bill in the Minnesota Legislature will freeze teacher salaries across the state. While the state faces an over 6 billion dollar shortfall, this bill won't affect the budget deficit. What, then, is the motivation behind this legislation?
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Discipline for Educators: Consequences Vs. PunishmentsThis article discusses the differences in and effectiveness of both consequences and punishments in discipline within the school setting. -
How to Have Effective Parent ConferencesTips for holding successful parent/teacher conferences
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Junior First GradeThis article is a description of the junior first program - an option for students who have completed kindergarten but aren't yet ready for first grade.
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Regional Conference of the National Council of Teachers of MathematicsThis is a brief review of a regional conference held by the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics.
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Teachers - and Their Unions - Are Feeling the HeatThis article discusses positive news for educators in our public schools despite the current anti-union and anti-teacher sentiment.
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Pairing Students as a Teaching StrategyThis article tells teachers how to pair their students for effective learning.
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Using Small Group Instruction StrategiesThis article discusses considerations teachers should make when using small group instruction strategies.
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Using Whole Group Teaching Strategies: Lecture, Discussion, Debate, Teacher Demonstration and Giving DirectionsThis articles discusses the use of lecture, discussion, debate, teacher demonstration and giving directions as whole class teaching strategies. -
Tips for Teachers: Planning to Maximize Instructional TimeThis article outlines the steps I take to prepare for an upcoming school year, month, week and day.
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Earning My Masters Degree in EducationThis article outlines my personal experience in earning my master's degree in Education-Literacy Studies. -
Bristol Palin and Levi Johnston Getting MarriedBristol Palin and Levi Johnston are once again engaged and plan to be married soon. -
Using Rewards to Motivate Your StudentsThis articles discusses the use of rewards to motivate learners.
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Ways to Help Your Students LearnThis article suggests ways teachers can aid their students in the learning process. -
Shades of PurpleThis haiku highlights the varying hues of the color purple and its association with flowers and royalty. -
The Vestibular SystemThe vestibular system is involved in almost everything we do, either directly or indirectly. It affects the automatic nervous system, the auditory system, visual functions, and muscle tone, balance and proprioception.
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Prairie Ecology Bus - Hands-On Science Lessons for ChildrenThe Prairie Ecology Bus takes children to natural settings for science lessons.
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Character Education: Teaching Children to Be Caring KidsThis article gives an overview of the character education curriculum in the elementary school where I work.
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Getting Your College Degree OnlineThis article discusses ten benefits of taking online college classes.
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How to Dress Your Elementary-School-Aged Child for SchoolThis article gives tips about helping your child dress for a day at school.
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Vision Therapy Can Alleviate Learning ProblemsThis article describes how a behavioral optometrist can treat a wide variety of vision problems with vision therapy. -
Minnesota Teacher Inspires Classroom "Movement"Some teachers in Minnesota and Wisconsin are using "stand up" workstations in their classrooms to increase student concentration and enthusiasm.
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S.M.A.R.T. Boost Up TrainingThis article highlights the S.M.A.R.T. Boost Up program which helps children get ready to learn through physical activities. -
Spelling Rules You've Never Heard BeforeFollowing are some of the spelling rules I teach my first graders to help them become successful readers and writers -
How Music Can Make Your Child a Better ReaderThis articles tells parents how to prepare their children for reading readiness through music.
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Learning Begins Before the School Bell RingsThis articles offers ideas for helping your child learn during the preschool years.
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Steel Cut OatsThis is a review of steel cut oats. -
Ten More Ways to Give Yourself a "Raise"Ways to save money and improve your bottom line.
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Ten Ways to Give Yourself a "Raise"This how-to guide lists ten ideas for improving your bottom line, regardless of economic conditions.
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Christmas DecorationsThis slideshow shows some of the Christmas decorations I've put up in my home for the holiday season. -
What NOT to GiveA how-to guide for husband/boyfriends who are challenged gift shoppers. -
Unique and Inexpensive Gifts for MomGift ideas for your mom for every occasion -
Ode to Balloon BoyA poem about the Balloon Boy (Falcon Heene) -
Gift Giving Made Simple IIGreat gift ideas for everyone on your list
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Potato SoupA recipe for making homemade potato soup in the crockpot -
Columbus DayA brief history of the observance of Columbus Day.
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Bulletin Board BasicsLearn the basics of creating a bulletin board to inspire, reinforce learning or stimulate your students' interest. -
Ridge's New Book Exposes Another Case of Bush Administration's CorruptionTom Ridge has written a new book offering new revelations about the corruption of the Bush Administration. -
Balloon Science for KidsComplete instructions for scientific explorations using balloons. -
Exploring Science with Your ChildLearn how to conduct simple experiments to pique your child's interest about the natural world. -
Back to School Health Tips for TeachersIdeas to help teachers stay healthy -
Science Explorations for ChildrenThis article give instructions for easy science experiments using simple materials that will interest your young child. -
Back to School Health Tips for ParentsThis article gives tips to help parents keep their school-age children healthy through the school year. -
Chemistry in the Kitchen - Part IIThis article gives instruction for simple and fun science experiments you can do at home. -
Chemistry in the KitchenThis article gives instructions for simple chemistry experiments you can do with your young child. -
Science Activity for Kids: WaterThis article gives directions for science experiments for young children using simple, every day materials.
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Science Activities for Young ChildrenThis article is a guide to conducting simple scientific experiments for young children. -
The Zen/Asian Themed WeddingThis article contains ideas for a zen or Asian themed wedding including flowers, centerpieces, backdrops and favors. -
25 Simple Weight Loss Tips25 tips to help you lose that weight for good! -
Through Memory's EyeA graduation poem.
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Spring PoemA poem about spring -
How to Make Your Own InvitationsThis article gives instructions for making invitations using a computer, printer, and a photocopier. -
How to Eat Healthier for LessHow to feed your family a healthy diet on a budget.
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Fashion for the RecessionTips for keeping your wardrobe from getting stale without spending a penny -
Celebrating St. Patrick's DayA brief history of St. Patrick's life and suggestions for celebrating the holiday with your children. -
Cutting Your Family's Entertainment BudgetThis articles gives tips for cutting family entertainment on a budget. -
Your Beautiful Spring WeddingIdeas for choosing the colors and planning the decorative element of a spring wedding.
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Your Beautiful Fall WeddingHow to choose colors and accents for your fall wedding.
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Ten Great Love SongsLove songs to set the mood for a romantic evening -
Home Buying for BeginnersThis article describes the first steps in buying a home.
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The Humble HotdishHow to prepare a variety of simple hotdishes for your family.
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A Wedding Dress for LessThe bride's dress can be one of the single biggest expenses in a wedding budget, but there are many ways to get a gorgeous dress without spending a fortune.
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Economical Holiday CenterpiecesIdeas for making a no-cost holiday centerpiece for your dining or buffet table from items you already own -
Ten Great Teacher Gifts for the HolidaysGreat gift ideas for teachers -
Making Christmas Ornaments in Your KitchenA recipe and instructions for making Christmas tree ornaments using cookies cutters and craft paints -
Holiday Theme TreesHow to use themes to decorate a non-traditional Christmas tree
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How to Make Easy and Inexpensive Holiday LuminariesDirections for creating four different kinds of inexpensive holiday luminaries -
How to Decorate Your Table for Thanksgiving and Other Fall OccasionsHow to decorate a fall or Thanksgiving table using a leaf theme -
Gift Giving Made SimpleHoliday gift ideas in all price ranges
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Economical Gift Wrapping for the HolidaysThe cheapskate's guide to gift wrapping -
What It's like to Be the Candidate's WifeMemior about being the wife of a political candidate in a local election -
Sarah Palin - Fiscal Conservative?A look at the Sarah Palin economic record
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How to Be Sarah Palin on HalloweenStep by Step Instructions for Fashioning a Sarah Palin Halloween Costume
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A Back to School GuideTips for getting your kids ready to face a new school year
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Creating a Tropical, Hawaiian, or Luau-themed TableHow to create a table setting with that island feeling
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Ten Great Work-Out Songs for Your iPodTen songs to get your work-out moving!
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An Introduction to On-Line LearningTips for having a successful on-line learning experience
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Five Easy, Make-and-Take Holiday GoodiesFive easy recipes for holiday treats
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Planning a Fun and Memorable Family VacationTips for planning a vacation that's fun for the whole family and suggestions for nearby family vacations in the Upper Midwest -
Do-It-Yourself Manicures and PedicuresStep by step instructions for giving yourself a professional-looking manicure or pedicure at home
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Photo Collage Christmas LetterStep by step instructions for creating a unique photo Christmas letter -
How to Create a Patriotic Table on a BudgetHow to decorate a memorable, patriotic table on a budget -
A Creative Christmas LetterInstructions for creating an interesting and unique Christmas letter for the upcoming holiday season
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How to Fall in Love...With Your SpouseThis articles has many ideas for rejuvenating your long-running relationship
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Head LiceHow to identify and treat head lice
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Catalogs: A "Greener" Way to ShopThe benefits of catalog shopping
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Sex and the City, a Movie ReviewA review of the movie based on HBO's long-running series, Sex and the City
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Help Your Child Avoid Summer Learning LossHelp make summer a time of learning rather than loss for your child. -
TEN GREAT ROCK and ROLL FOURTH of JULY PARTY SONGSSongs to play at your Fourth of July party or barbecue -
A Tribute to "Sex and the City"Anyone who has watched this popular series, airing on HBO for six seasons and now syndicated and showing several times each week on TBS, has enjoyed the clever prose of the writers and the inspired delivery of some great lines by the starring actors.
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How to Write a ResumeTips for writing a resume
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4th of July Desserts: Red, White and Blue Treats for Independence DayFeaturing patriotic gelatin dessert and cookie recipes
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Silver Linings - a Cancer Survivor's StoryA cancer survivor tells the story of the many kindnesses extended to her during her illness
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Three Father's Day CinquainsI have written three cinquains in honor of my dad.
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Earth Day IdeasEasy ways to save our earth's valuable resources -
Easy Care Perennials for Your YardTips for growing perennial plants -
Common Sense Fashion for KidsTips to help your child look good on a budget
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Growing Flowers: Easy-to-Care For AnnualsTips for growing low-maintenance colorful annual flowers in your garden
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Crock Pot CookingAdvantages of crock pot cooking and recipes for easy slow cooker meals -
Paul Douglas Loses Job in Cost-cutting Move by CBS/WCCOPaul Douglas, a staple on the Minnesota weather forecasting scene since 1983, was terminated by CBS/WCCO on April 4, 2008, due to the network's loss of revenue and viewership.
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Is a Looping Classroom Right for Your Child?This article discusses the advantages and disadvantages of placement in a looping classroom. -
Little Ways to Save Money in the KitchenIdeas to help you save money.
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Tips for Creating a Beautiful TablescapeIdeas for setting an attractive table for any occasion -
Easy-to-Make Beautiful Beaded BraceletsThis article describes a simple method for creating beaded bracelets -
Making Garden Stepping StonesComplete instructions for making garden stepping stones and ideas for decorating them -
Tour of Tables - A "Fun"draiserThe Tour of Tables event is a fundraiser which benefits my local hospital's hospice program. -
Liberty Blue ChinaThe history of Liberty Blue China -
How to Avoid the Morning Rush HourTips to make your morning go smoothly and get you out the door on time -
Best Early Childhood Read AloudsReading aloud to your child is very important to his or her intellectual development and can be enjoyable for both child and parent. -
Fiesta Dinnerware - An American ClassicThe story of the history of Fiesta dishes and my addiction to them.
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Little Ways to Save Money on Special OccasionsTips for saving money on birthday and holiday celebrations -
Doing the Holidays on a Budget: How to Save Money at the Most Expensive Time of YearBudget-conscious tips for celebrating the holidays -
Budget Fashion: A Common Sense Approach to Dressing WellTips for looking stylish without breaking the bank
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Little Ways to Get More for Your Decorating DollarSome common sense ideas for decorating your home on a budget
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Whatever You Do, Don't Throw that Away!Great ideas for recycling many household items