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I live in the middle of the rain forest on an isolated island in Alaska. I am a voracious reader and a self-proclaimed professional coffee/tea drinker. In my spare time, I love to exercise and study the Russian language. In the past, I owned my own coffee shop for five years. Recently, I completed my Masters degree in Teaching. I am aspiring to become a freelance writer. I still don't know what I want to be when I grow up.
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St. Patrick's Day Party: Going GreenHosting a St. Patrick's Day Party is a great opportunity to to go green by throwing an environmentally-friendly party. Celebrate the green by going green with these simple suggestions. -
Scuba Diving and Snorkeling in Southeast AlaskaAlmost every small town in Southeast Alaska has a diving shop that offers equipment rentals, guided dives, and access to classes. Don't let the cold water fool you. Southeast Alaska offers a whole new world to be explored under its chilly seas. -
Literacy Lesson Plan: Introduction to HaikuHaiku is a fun poetry form for all ages! This free lesson plan offers an introduction and guide to writing haiku, as well as possible extensions to the lesson and a scoring guide.
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Education and Parent Involvement: How to Get Parents Involved in the ClassroomThere is no doubt that a learning environment that builds upon family values, beliefs, and practices will help students to be more successful, but how do teachers go about building parent involvement? -
Palindrome: Having Fun with Words, Only BackwardsWordplay can be a lot of fun, especially when writing. The palindrome is one example of wordplay that is sure to make you smile and think about words, unless, of course, you suffer from aibohphobia.
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Sitting Bull, Chief and Warrior of the Sioux People: His Life in a Nutshell for Young ReadersSitting bull was a great chief and warrior of the Sioux people, as well as an important figure in the history of the United States. This article is his extraordinary life in a nutshell geared toward young readers. -
Russian Visa: Where to Get Information About Travel and the Application ProcessInterested in visiting Russia? I provide some of my own personal experience as well as website recommendations offering Russian visa services. -
Hate: Timeless Lessons I Learned from the Twilight ZoneA simple Twilight Zone episode made me stop and think about my own life, the world, and the powerful effects of hate. -
Equality in Education: How the Molly Hootch Case Ensured a Quality Education for Alaska Native StudentsThis is the true story of a girl named Molly Hootch and how her name became synonymous with equality in education for the State of Alaska.
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Inquiry-based Learning and the Silverbow Bakery: What I Have LearnedInquiry-based learning encourages students to not only ask questions, but also to find the answers to these questions. This is my personal experience conducting an inquiry-based learning project to put myself in the shoes of my students. -
Literacy: Connecting Reading and Writing in the ClassroomLiteracy is the backbone of the classroom. How can connecting reading and writing together effectively be used to help students find literacy meaningful?
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10 Literacy Activities that Connect Reading and Writing in the ClassroomThese fun, interesting literacy activities help students to connect reading and writing in the classroom. They also provide inspiration and motivation for students as they are learning about literary elements and the writing process.
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Children's Booklist: Discovering CourageThis annotated list of children's books contains a wide variety of noteworthy books, from picture books to chapter books, that teach the valuable character lessons of courage. -
P.E. Lesson Plan that Kids Will Love: Parachute FunChildren love playing games with parachutes. This easy-to-follow P.E. lesson provides objectives, standards, activities, and tips to help you share the fun of parachute games.
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What to Wear when Traveling to Southeast AlaskaWhen traveling to Southeast Alaska, you want to be comfortable, warm, and dry. As an insider, I offer some tips to help you decide what to wear during your next trip to Southeast Alaska. -
10 Places to Visit in Sitka, AlaskaSitka, Alaska is full of culture, history, and adventure. When planning a trip to Sitka consider my favorite places from someone who lives here. -
Pig Bomb: A Growing Number of Wild Pigs Has Scientists WorriedAs ridiculous as it sounds, our nation is faced with the possible detonation of a Pig Bomb. What is it? Scientists are claiming that our nation is being over run by an unnatural increase in aggressive wild pigs. -
Going Green with Baking SodaNot only is baking soda a green choice, but also it is easy on the budget. Baking soda has many personal hygiene uses that are not only easy, but also effective.
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Elements of Art: Having an Eye for the AestheticElements of art are not just for designers and artists. When we begin to look at the world with the elements of art in mind, everything looks different. We all have an artist inside of us waiting to get out. -
How to Make Easy Halibut ChowderBecause halibut is mild and flaky in taste, it is a delicious choice in creamy chowder. Paired with the flavors of ham and dill, this creamy halibut chowder is a sure crowd pleaser. -
Teaching a Preschool Child How to Write Their NameTeaching a preschool child how to write their name takes a lot of patience and consistency, but it is well worth it when you see a preschooler beaming with pride when they have learned how to write their name.
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How to Handle DisagreementsAll of us face disagreements from time to time. How are we handling them. A few simple techniques can help us to better communicate and understand people when have disagreements.
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Does Salt Make Water Boil Faster?I have always been told that salt makes water boil faster. I decided to conduct a simple experiment in my kitchen to see if that extra sodium in the water really makes a difference.
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Literacy in Our ClassroomsA strong literacy framework is the backbone of the academic day in the classroom. How can we effectively share reading and writing with our students? Here are some realistic strategies you can use. -
Planning a Dinner Party on a BudgetHosting a dinner party in your home is a wonderful experience for friends and family to come together. With careful planning and a budget, it is possible to host a dinner party that everyone will appreciate and remember.
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Making Healthy Homemade PizzaPizza can be healthy providing a smart choice for fiber, protein, dairy, and vegetables. This recipe with wheat crust and homemade sauce redeems pizza from the junk food category.
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Insanity Challenge: Getting into Shape and Going Insane at the Same TimeI have decided to take the Insanity Challenge offered by Shaun T of Beachbody. Follow me over the next few months as I reveal my honest review of this new workout series.
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Reading Aloud to ChildrenReading aloud is one of the most important things that we can do in preparing our children for school. But why is it important and does it really work?
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Vladivostok, RussiaPictures from a recent trip to Vladivostok, Russia. Located in Far East Russia. -
Summer TimeA nostalgic look at how I spent one summer living with my grandparents on their farm. Even today, I fondly remember canning vegetable in the old Mason jars, watching the sunsets, and listening to stories from a bygone era.
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WordsWords and statements have a powerful influence upon our lives and those around us. This article reminds us of the power of our words for good and bad.
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A Literature Review of Bridge to TerabithiaBridge to TerabithiaTraveling in AlaskaAlaska travel is challenging due to its limited road system, location, geography, and harsh climate. Most residents don't mind. One popular bumper sticker says, "If you want more roads, go down south!" Here is a brief description of possible travel.Cutting Through the Clutter: Organizing the ClosetOrganizing a closet is an important part of getting rid of the clutter in our homes making us feel better about ourselves and more in charge of our lives. This outline provides steps in cutting the clutter in the closet and becoming more organized.Facebook and Social Networking: Are We Making "Real" Connections?In an age of social networking through Facebook, are we really establishing authentic friendships or just creating an image of smoke and mirrors.