Jessica Cassell
In a former life, Jessica was a high school English teacher. After teaching for almost three years, she needed a break. Now she is pursuing her dream of becoming a paid freelance author.
You can check out her random thoughts, internet finds, and prized recipes at her personal blogs Cerebral Lunchbox (http://cerebralluchbox.blogspot.com) and Miscellany Shortcuts (http://miscshortcuts.blogspot.com).
She is currently deep in the realm of Script Frenzy, a national challenge to write 100 pages of screenplay in one month.
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You can check out her random thoughts, internet finds, and prized recipes at her personal blogs Cerebral Lunchbox (http://cerebralluchbox.blogspot.com) and Miscellany Shortcuts (http://miscshortcuts.blogspot.com).
She is currently deep in the realm of Script Frenzy, a national challenge to write 100 pages of screenplay in one month.
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The Three Best TV Shows You Never WatchedHighlights three short-lived series that sadly did not make it to the big-time. -
Teaching High School Students to Make Healthy ChoicesThis unit plan details activities and concepts to help teens understand healthy life choices. The focus is put on listening to the body's reaction while eating, understanding good food choices, and adding activity to daily life. -
Educating Middle School Students About Healthy LivingA detailed guide, with activities, that will guide an educator to creating a tailored unit for use with middle school children. -
Staying on Track: What to Do when Your Child is Home SickTen useful and simple tips to help you keep your sick child on track for school. Tips can be used for a long or short term illness. -
Saving Money by Making Your Own Wedding InvitationsA detailed walk-through of making your own wedding invitations. Simple directions that can be used for any wedding theme. -
Learning to Crochet with Easy PatternsThree easy crochet patterns are presented, each with a unique skill that is important for tackling larger projects.
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Three Unique Spins on Pride and PrejudiceA brief review of three books based on Pride and Prejudice. These aren't your standard romances: expect unique takes on characters and over-the-top action.
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Royal NatureA celebration of the color purple and it's various shades at night. -
Soothing Stomach and Soul: Using Ginger, Peppermint, and BacteriaAn overview of three treatments to help soothe upset stomachs. Alternative ways to use the treatments is included, as are links to the science of how they work.
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Make Your Workday a Little Better: 3 Viral Videos to Lift Your MoodThree positive videos to make you smile and lift your mood. All are appropriate for work and children.
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Flash and Fun: DIY Vegas Wedding Bridesmaid BouquetsA simple DIY guide to making bouquets. Included are supplies and tips for really nailing the Vegas theme. -
What Hollywood's Missing: Top 3 Books that Should Be MoviesA brief review for three books that should be made into movies. Mr. Darcy Vampyre, The True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle, and House of Leaves are briefly reviewed with links to purchase.
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Five Styles of Damask Wedding CakesBeginning with an overview of price and flavors, five design styles are presented. All the styles use Damask patterns as inspiration and show the limitless variations you can have for your own wedding.
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Damask Wedding Centerpieces: 5 Projects to Make with StencilsThis article gives five different project ideas to use with Damask stencils. The ideas describe ways to add elegance to your centerpieces without spending a fortune. -
Unique Ways to Incorporate Interest Centers in Your ClassroomInterest centers can be time consuming, so I've included four ideas on how to incorporate interest centers in your classroom without eating all your time in class.
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Impress and Engage: Creating Interest Centers for Any ClassroomBuilding on previous articles, you are walked through the four steps to creating your own interest center. While it does take effort and work, you'll feel accomplished after making one of your own. Warning: it can get addictive!
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Using Gardner's Theory of Multiple Intelligences in the ClassroomThere are many articles that fully describe how Dr. Gardner created his theory and what "multiple intelligence" means. The purpose of this article is to give you ideas about why you should use this theory in your planning and how to put it into practice.
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Kid-Friendly Crafts for Mother's DayThese three craft projects can be used with any age group and are sure to get a smile out of Mom! Try painting a terra cotta pot, creating a Sculpey paperweight, or decoupaging a trinket box.
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Interest Centers in the Classroom: An IntroductionInterest centers are a great tool to improve interaction and creativity levels in your classroom. This guide present an overview of what interest centers are and how to create one yourself.
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Crafting for Charity: Marine Corps KidsA spotlight view on the charity crafting organization Marine Corps Kids. This group creates care packages for the newborn children of deployed soldiers. Information on how to donate included in the article. -
Bruised Knees and Ribs: My Life at the Edge of the PitA reflective essay about my experiences during various rock concerts. Experience the adrenaline and rush of being at the edge of a mosh pit. -
Men's Grooming Tips from a Woman's ViewOver and over again, you'll hear dating experts talk about "confidence." But how exactly do you show that? Sure it's a state of mind, but your physical appearance can help lend that aura of confidence.
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Weirdest Posts on Craigslist.Org - Top 5 that Were Really OddThe top five recent odd finds in my local Craigslist area. Not all great deals, but five great laughs.