Caroline A. Shearer
Caroline A. Shearer is an experienced freelance writer with a particular interest in positive news articles, feature stories, & women's and girls' issues. She is also the author of a weekly lifestyles column. <p>Visit her blog at CandidlyCaroline.com!
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The Wonder of Girls by Michael Gurian"The Wonder of Girls" details the biological nature of females and how that affects their lives, attitudes, and behaviors.
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Author Sarah Weeks Visits with Elementary StudentsBest-selling children's author Sarah Weeks visited with elementary students, telling them about some of her stories and about what goes in to the writing process.
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Bestseller Laurie Halse Anderson Penned Speak and Fever 1973 for Teen ReadersAward-winning author Laurie Halse Anderson, best known for "Speak" and "Fever 1793" visited with middle school students, where she shared her journey of becoming an author. Her newest book, "Prom," just debuted on the New York Times Bestseller List.
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Janet Evanovich's Ten Big Ones"Ten Big Ones" by Janet Evanovich scores BIG! One of the best series available today, "Ten Big Ones" is tells the continuing saga of Stephanie Plum, the seemingly unluckiest and yet luckiest bond enforcement agent (aka bounty hunter) of all time.
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Salsa Dancing Austin, TXThere is a very large and active salsa dancing community in Austin, and, for newcomers, it can be intimidating to walk in to a crowded dance room and see everyone spinning around like experts.
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Nagging - the Grudge Work of ParentingWho will give up first? This is the struggle between parent and child daily, and parents who don't want to nag lose the battle.
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Ghostly World of Austin, TexasA ghostly world lurks alongside the businesses, buildings and people of downtown Austin - a spirit world as active as our own and just as rich in history - according to the many who have encountered the spirits they claim are living alongside us.
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Teen Summer Safety"Where is the next fun thing?" is what teenagers think about during the summer, said Parent Support Specialist Kelli White, but parents should think of summer time as a seasonal conversation starter about safety and expectations.
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Taxes, Teens and Tantrums"Yelling, screaming, name-calling, accusing, threatening, door-slamming and nagging are all symptoms of tantrums. And sometimes our kids act like that, too."
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Understanding Teen RebellionWhat looks like rebellion in teenagers may simply be part of growing up, according to Parent Support Specialist Kelli White, who presented "LIVE from Planet Teen: Understanding Each Other."
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Bumpy Teenage RoadTeens may not always have an explanation for their actions, but Parent Support Specialist Kelli White reminded parents, "All kids deserve the benefit of the doubt because they're doing a great job navigating in this crazy world."
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You're Grounded Forever!Changing hairstyles, clothing, slang and even personalities can be expected as normal behavior in teenagers, said Parent Support Specialist Kelli White, presenting "Positive Discipline for your Teenager."
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Adolescent Stumbling Blocks"Most parents are in denial about adolescence," said Dr. Carl Pickhardt, presenting "Stumbling Blocks in the Journey of Adolescence."
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Motivating Teens"TV and movies are probably the biggest reason I stand here tonight," said Marriage and Family Therapist Annie Drake at a parenting seminar. "TV and movies and too much computer will rob your child of motivation."
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Talking to Your TeenSaying "No" to a teenager is not always easy, but saying it certain ways can make it easier, said Marriage and Family Therapist Annie Drake.
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Homework HasslesEach child is different when it comes to conquering homework hassles, said Marriage and Family Therapist Annie Drake.
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What to Know when Building a HomeBuilding your own home can be an exciting experience, but it also can be a stressful time if the right precautions are not taken to ensure a smooth process. Here are some tips to keep in mind when building a home.