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Rumors of cancellation of Ghost Hunters is unfounded according to Jason Hawes, co-founder of TAPS and star of the Ghost Hunters Show. September 3rd slated as return for season 4 with promise of 26 new...
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Published: Aug 11, 2008
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Helium's Read and Rate system provides the opportunity to read and rate articles written on the same topic and learn first hand what works and what doesn't. Whether you choose to write for them or not...
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Published: Jul 23, 2008
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Getting ready to begin Kindergarten requires much more than learning the ABCs and writing your name. Learn what you can do now to prepare your child for the demands of school.
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Published: Jul 22, 2008
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If the first thing you see each morning are large tufts of floating dog hair, you need to get serious about grooming your dog. You need an undercoat rake to remove his wooly undercoat for his comfort,...
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Published: Jul 22, 2008
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Anyone can garden in rich friable soil, but the mark of a true gardener is how well they can contend with rock-hard soil that is nearly impossible to dig a hole in. Learn to work with your soil and gr...
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Published: Jul 22, 2008
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Plants are much more effective at filtering pollutants from indoor air than fancy air purifiers and air filters. Learn to use plants to create fresh clean air the way nature intended.
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Published: May 22, 2008
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Losing your birth certificate can be stressful, but obtaining a certified copy of the birth record doesn't have to be. Learn how to locate your records and how to obtain an official copy of them.
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Published: May 20, 2008
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Create natural aromatherapy for your home without candles or scented oils by growing your own special blend of herbs and scented flowers in window boxes.
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Published: Apr 30, 2008
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Quick and easy trellis ideas using found objects to create garden trellises that are functional and stylish too.
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Published: Apr 29, 2008
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The battle is on and you find yourself slugging it out with an infestation of big old slugs. Don't give in to the temptation to commercial products! Try these all-natural remedies instead.
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Published: Apr 29, 2008
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Vinegar, salt, and dish detergent provide a simple solution to a big problem with weeds in your yard without harmful chemicals. This quick and easy solution is inexpensive, too.
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Published: Apr 29, 2008
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Let's face it. You have absolutely no idea what Mom really wants for Mother's Day and time is getting short. Try these ten gift certificates worth giving.
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Published: Apr 25, 2008
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Women older than 50 really aren't all that different from women of any other age. Buying just the right gift for the more mature mom doesn't need to be a challenge, either.
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Published: Apr 24, 2008
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There is nothing quite as eerie as the thought of seeing a reflection in the mirror that isn't your own, yet many claim to have seen just that. Could Grandma's old mirror really be a portal to the spi...
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Published: Apr 24, 2008
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When the ants come marching in, you need to take quick action to get them out! Try these quick and easy all natural solutions to a big problem without the risk of harm to children or pets.
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Published: Apr 19, 2008
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Don't let these seven myths prevent your child from receiving an appropriate education that is designed to meet his needs. Make an informed decision to provide your child with the best setting for his...
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Published: Apr 17, 2008
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These easy to make self-watering plant containers are made from recycled products that a free for the taking. With a built in reservoir, your plants will thrive even if you are away for a few days.
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Published: Apr 15, 2008
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I mistakenly thought stress junkies were those people who stirred up trouble wherever they went and looked for a new injustice in the world as soon as one was resolved. I thought you had to be an unha...
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Published: Apr 15, 2008
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A memory box is a great for all ages, but is an especially meaningful and loving gift from adult children. Quick and easy to make, but lasts a lifetime.
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Published: Apr 15, 2008
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Plant tomato seedlings on their side to encourage a strong root system and vigorous growth. Learn tips for choosing the healthiest seedlings and how to transplant them for optimum growth.
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Published: Apr 15, 2008
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For those times when going out to eat just doesn't fit your schedule, this wonderful Olive Garden recipe will bring fine dining right to your home.
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Published: Apr 05, 2008
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Promote early literacy with these quick and easy nursery rhyme activities using Hickory Dickory Dock.
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Published: Apr 01, 2008
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Don't let health food and specialty stores fool you into thinking you must pay high prices for sun dried tomatoes. Learn how to make your own and save money with these easy to follow directions.
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Published: Mar 23, 2008
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Learn how to make inexpensive portable window boxes. Grow your own flowers right in the box and set it out when the time is right.
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Published: Mar 13, 2008
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Learn how to make these beautiful hummingbird feeders from recycled bottles to add color and appeal to your backyard.
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Published: Mar 13, 2008
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Don't waste money on expensive Leaf Shine products for your houseplants! Bring out the natural sheen of healthy houseplants with mayonnaise.
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Published: Mar 12, 2008
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Concrete planters show off any plant with style, unfortunately they can be expensive to buy and are difficult to move because of their weight. You can create your own concrete planters for a fraction ...
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Published: Mar 11, 2008
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For young children Easter is all about chocolate and bunnies. Take advantage of their enthusiasm by providing quality writing activities and prompts in you classroom.
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Published: Mar 11, 2008
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Middle School students love to explore the unknown and share what they have discovered. Take advantage of this natural curiosity about the unknown to develop research and presentation skills.
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Published: Mar 09, 2008
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The original Ghost Hunters show will air on March 5, 2008 @ 9 PM. The team will visit Fort Mifflin in PA to investigate claims of paranormal activity.
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Published: Mar 03, 2008
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This pizza is so quick and easy, you will wonder why you never thought of it before. Refrigerator biscuits cut your time in half and taste great too.
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Published: Mar 01, 2008
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Nursery Rhymes and learning centers go hand in hand. Learn how to make this Little Miss Muffet learning center to encourage creativity in the classroom and build communication skills.
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Published: Feb 29, 2008
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This quick and easy alternative to commercial hanging plant grow bags lets you create just the look you are looking for without the expense of purchasing the growing bag.
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Published: Feb 29, 2008
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Whether you are writing a blog, website copy, or online articles these 6 common mistakes may be hurting your writing.
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Published: Feb 26, 2008
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Plagued with dry cracked feet that just won't go away? Find out how I found relief with Dr Scholl's Exfoliating Stone File and Udderly Smooth udder cream.
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Published: Feb 20, 2008
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If you have never eaten a fiddlehead, you are missing out on one of nature's finest delicacies. Learn how to find and prepare this delicious wild veggie.
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Published: Feb 20, 2008
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Creating a lush green moss garden is easy and free. Learn how to grow moss and capture the serenity of nature.
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Published: Feb 19, 2008
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By making a wall-o-water out of recycled two-liter bottles, you can set your tomato plants out before the last frost and give them a boost of growth. Quick and easy solution to commercial products.
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Published: Feb 19, 2008
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If cleaning the bathroom isn't your idea of fun, you are not alone. Find solutions to your bathroom problem areas using common household products for a clean and germ free bathroom you can be proud of...
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Published: Feb 19, 2008
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Making quilted potholders from recycled towels is quick and easy. Learn how to cut, pin, and stitch one-of-a-kind quilted potholders and put your old towels to good use at the same time.
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Published: Feb 14, 2008
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Not all children come to school with a drive to learn. Here's my solution to teaching the alphabet to reluctant learners who simply do not pick it up with traditional instruction.
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Published: Feb 13, 2008
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Ferns are a wonderful background for a shady area, but to create a stunning display you will need to add color and texture to your shade garden. Find out which plants will work and why.
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Published: Feb 12, 2008
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Making plant markers from old Venetian blinds is quick and easy. These markers are durable, washable, and will last for years. With a few decorative touches, you will create one-of-a-kind markers to e...
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Published: Feb 07, 2008
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Making a mini compost bin in your classroom will provide students with a hands-on project designed to teach the process of decomposition and teach them the value of composting waste materials for fert...
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Published: Feb 06, 2008
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Do you have a haunted location for TAPS? Three finalists to investigate the Stanley Hotel with TAPS. Grand prize winner featured on TV in a Ghost Hunters episode! Find out how.
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Published: Feb 06, 2008
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Overhead projector sheets, also known as transparencies, are a terrific way to preserve quilt and applique patterns. Find out how to create a template that will last for years.
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Published: Feb 06, 2008
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All cuts of corned beef are not created equal. Find out which cut provides the best quality for your St. Patrick's day meal.
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Published: Feb 04, 2008
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Experts agree that imaginary friends are rarely the sign of emotional difficulties, but there are times when imaginary friends should send up a red flag. Learn how to tell if your child's imaginary f...
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Published: Feb 04, 2008
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Plant protectors made from recycled milk containers or two-liter soda bottles will protect plants from the elements and encourage lush growth.
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Published: Feb 01, 2008
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Do you have it in for someone who is menopausal? Learn seven sure fire ways to drive them insane that will leave you looking like a saint.
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Published: Feb 01, 2008
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Two-liter soda bottles make terrific mini greenhouses for struggling houseplants and seedlings. They are great way to protect your plants if you must leave them unattended for a few days. They are qui...
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Published: Feb 01, 2008
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Sci-Fi's newest investigative reality series, UFO Hunters, will debut on the Sci-Fi channel February 6th. It is scheduled to air immediately after the 9 pm episode of Ghost Hunters International. Meet...
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Published: Jan 26, 2008
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The American Academy of Pediatrics has taken the stance that head lice pose no health risks and schools should treat them as merely a nuisance. Children should not be isolated or sent home from scho...
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Published: Jan 21, 2008
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Unless the new team can muster up some gusto of their own to convince viewers they are credible, this show is likely to bring in poor ratings; unless, of course, they garner viewers who are simply loo...
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Published: Jan 13, 2008
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St. Patrick's Day is wonderful opportunity to engage students in writing activities that engage the imagination and encourage creativity.
Find a variety of writing activities and writing prompts fo...
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Published: Jan 10, 2008
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The traditional writing prompt "If I had a pot of gold I would ____" may be a fun activity. Your Middle School students have probably written to this writing prompt on several occasions. Try this twis...
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Published: Jan 09, 2008
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Take advantage of all the excitement and fun associated with Valentine's Day by engaging students in writing activities that are fun to do. Create a memory box, write sentences and paragraphs with can...
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Published: Jan 09, 2008
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The extra time and effort it takes to attract Bluebirds is well worth the effort. The beautiful songbird will provide hours of enjoyment.
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Published: Jan 08, 2008
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Attract the American Goldfinch to your yard by providing adequate food from a variety of feeders. Learn how to make your own thistle feeders from common household items.
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Published: Jan 03, 2008
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Attracting the strikingly beautiful Northern Cardinal to your feeder is easy, if you know what Cardinals like. Find out how to attract Cardinals to your feeder by providing the environment and foods t...
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Published: Jan 03, 2008
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Setting up your own bird cam will provide you with hours of enjoyment. Not only will you be able to watch your favorite birds up close as they feed from your feeder, you can capture and save your bird...
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Published: Jan 03, 2008
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Find free high quality photos for your articles, blogs, or Squidoo lenses. Browse thousands of unique photos from animals to the newest technology.
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Published: Jan 02, 2008
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School cancellations came as no surprise to Mainers this morning as the relentless onslaught of new snow continued to pile up.
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Published: Jan 02, 2008
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We all know kids learn faster and retain more information when they are engaged in their own learning. Find out how to meet standards in literacy, science, math, and social studies while teaching some...
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Published: Jan 02, 2008
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Finding just the right books for your Penguin Unit can be a challenge. These books make it easy to address standards in language arts, math, science, and social studies and provide hours of fun learni...
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Published: Dec 26, 2007
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The real difference between introverts and extroverts lies in their energy source, not their behavior. Find out how your energy source colors how you react to the world.
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Published: Dec 12, 2007
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Reports of an unusual object in the sky poured into the National UFO Reporting Center on Monday. Observers from Florida to New England report a mysterious object in the skies.
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Published: Dec 11, 2007
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Do you have a friend or relative who desires a degree but lacks the motivation to go back to school? Know someone that can't focus because they have no attention span? Give them Grow-a-Gag gift for C...
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Published: Dec 11, 2007
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Ghost Hunters International will feature some familiar faces from TAPS, but Jason Hawes and Grant Wilson will not be the lead investigators. Meet the team, get a sneak preview of the premiere episode,...
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Published: Dec 11, 2007
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Does someone you love spend hours reading through seed catalogues? Do they begin dreaming of planting season as soon as the snow begins to fall? A Gardener's Gift basket may be perfect for them. Find ...
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Published: Dec 07, 2007
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Is there someone on your Christmas list that delights in researching the family tree? Do they spend hours locating that elusive document to prove their heritage? Give them a gift that is sure to make ...
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Published: Dec 07, 2007
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Scifi's hit series Ghost Hunters featuring the TAPS family has inspired thousands of people to take a closer look at the world around them. Ghost Hunters are springing up everywhere. In their honor I ...
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Published: Dec 04, 2007
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Does Uncle Pete believe his dog is a member of the family? Does he insist that all invitations include Fido? Does he miss family gatherings if Fido is excluded? Uncle Pete is definitely a dog lover. D...
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Published: Dec 03, 2007
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It's that time of year when all kids can think about it Christmas. Take advantage of their enthusiasm by providing writing experiences centered on the theme of Christmas. Find ideas for descriptive, n...
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Published: Nov 30, 2007
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Looking for meaningful writing activities to engage Middle School Students? Don't overlook the opportunity to engage them in quality writing around the Christmas theme. Put a little fun into your writ...
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Published: Nov 30, 2007
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Just because Great Aunt Bertha treats her cats like members of the family doesn't mean she will be thrilled with cute cat jewelry and screen printed cat t-shirts. Think about it, you love your kids. D...
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Published: Nov 28, 2007
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Looking for a traditional evergreen wreath for your door? Want to add a personal touch? Learn how to make your own evergreen wreath and customize it to match your own taste.
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Published: Nov 28, 2007
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Tired of squirrels taking over your bird feeders? Fed up with spending money on seed for birds only to have squirrels eat it all? Want to get rid of them, but not willing to harm them? You do have opt...
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Published: Nov 27, 2007
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Birdwatchers are a unique group of people who delight in attracting new and unusual birds to the feeder. Give the birdwatcher on your list a gift that is sure to please them for the Holidays.
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Published: Nov 24, 2007
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For the quilter in your life, few things are more exciting than a basket of quilting fabrics and sewing notions. To delight the senses of your special quilter, make a quilter's gift basket.
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Published: Nov 24, 2007
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Should you hold onto traditions long after they have served their purpose? Should you let a tradition go simply because it is no longer popular? Sometimes, letting go of the old and embracing the new...
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Published: Nov 24, 2007
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Don't know what to get your child's teacher for the holidays? Tired of trying to find something that is useful? Listen to what teachers have to say about what makes a good holiday gift.
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Published: Nov 23, 2007
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9.3 million people subscribe to Wow. Psychologist estimate that 10% to 40% of them could be addicted. That translates to 930,000 to 3,720,000 people addicted to WoW. Could all those people really be ...
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Published: Nov 22, 2007
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Noteshare has the capability of sharing anything on the teacher's laptop with up to 36 students at one time. It is set up to look like a spiral notebook. Video and audio files and even voice messages ...
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Published: Nov 12, 2007
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Nothing says Thanksgiving like a mouth watering turkey,roasted until golden brown. This traditional bird is easy to prepare and even easier to roast to perfection when you use a roaster.
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Published: Nov 09, 2007
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My mother slaved for hours to make the most delicious stuffing I've ever tasted. She began by baking a huge batch of homemade biscuits that she let sit for several days to reach just the right texture...
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Published: Nov 08, 2007
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Using craft projects to teach important skills is sure to engage students and provide a fun activity for all. A simple wreath of leaves for the classroom door can become the basis for building math sk...
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Published: Nov 06, 2007
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Buying all those flavored creamers can get expensive, but you don't have to pay premium price to enjoy a delicious cup of coffee. You can make your own liquid creamer for a fraction of the cost.
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Published: Nov 02, 2007
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Science has finally confirmed what I have believed all along. Blondes, in all their blatant sex appeal, are mutants.
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Published: Nov 01, 2007
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Making your own instant cappuccino and flavored coffee mixes is quick and easy and is far less expensive than purchasing brand name mixtures like International Coffee or flavored Coffee Creamers.
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Published: Nov 01, 2007
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Nothing says Thanksgiving like a gorgeous pie just waiting to be eaten. Put your culinary skills to work this Thanksgiving and whip up one of these delicious Thanksgiving pies.
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Published: Oct 30, 2007
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Creating a classroom website doesn't have to be difficult. In fact you can be up and running in only a few minutes if you have the right tools.
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Published: Oct 28, 2007
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Interactive notebooks engage even the most reluctant learners because they provide the student with an opportunity to be creative while expressing what they know.
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Published: Oct 27, 2007
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By the time kids have hit middle school, they have written the same essay with little variation for several years. Shake it up a bit this year and provide them with the opportunity to really consider ...
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Published: Oct 24, 2007
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Lost Boy is the account of a young boy who has survived abuse and entered the maze of foster care. What makes this book invaluable is that it is written by the survivor and illustrates the unique pers...
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Published: Oct 24, 2007
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The book has been written. The series is ended. Since when does the author add details about the characters after the fact?
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Published: Oct 23, 2007
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When fall rolls around, mice gravitate to the warmest, most comfortable place with a steady food supply they can find. Unfortunately, in my neck of the woods, that means my house. Yes! I am hosting a ...
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Published: Oct 14, 2007
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Tired of never being able to kick off your shoes and kick up your heels because every time you do your friends and coworkers mysteriously disappear? Stinky rotten smelly feet may be turning them off....
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Published: Oct 09, 2007
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You get up in the morning and discover that bright yellow dandelions have sprung up in the early morning sun. Before you grab that bottle of herbicide and head for the offending dandelions, consider y...
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Published: Oct 09, 2007
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The rhymes and their associated movements have been designed to address current research in early learning. Many are designed to encourage students to "cross the midline", a skill vital to developing ...
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Published: Oct 09, 2007
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Kids love to write about disgustingly creepy events. Capitalize on their enthusiasm for the dark side by creating a class book of Halloween stories. This is great time to work on descriptive writing a...
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Published: Oct 09, 2007
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You want to give your children a Halloween party to remember, but you don't want to fill their little tummies with hoards of sugary treats. With a little creativity you can create a ghoulish party fil...
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Published: Oct 08, 2007
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When it comes to teens, gross is great. So treat your teens to some truly gross recipes that are sure to turn Halloween into a big hit.
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Published: Oct 07, 2007
