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The following method will give you some ideas to improve your Chinese (reading, speaking and writing).
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The Significance of Nets in the Greek Classic "Agamemnon'
A brief look at one of the most enduring recurrent images in classical Greek literature, the use of yokes and nets as a metaphor for control. This …
Continue ReadingImportant Quotations From "The Outsiders" by S.E. Hinton
This overview of important quotations from “The Outsiders” includes discussion of significance as well as prompts for student writing.
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What is the proper way to spell Russian male names? What’s the deal with patronymics and diminutives? Is Boris still the most popular male …
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For a fun project that can help kids learn the basics of ballistics, gravity and mechanics, you can’t go wrong building a catapult. Here are …
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“Parrot in the Oven” by Victor Martinez revolves around Manny Hernandez, a 14 year old boy living in Fresno, California. Find tips on how …
Continue ReadingSocial Studies Project Ideas for Kids: Tips on Choosing & Presenting Your Topic
You’ve been assigned a project in social studies and aren’t sure where to begin. Your topic choices are broad and can include people, …
Continue ReadingStudy Guide to Avi Wortis' "Nothing But The Truth"
Avi’s novel, “Nothing But the Truth” serves to highlight the subjectiveness of truth. Avi makes use of an epistolary style as he …
Continue ReadingThe Witch of Blackbird Pond Summary and Analysis by Chapter
Here are the chapter summaries for The Witch of Blackbird Pond, a Newbery Award winner by Elizabeth George Speare. It is the tale of a young girl in …
Continue Reading"The Outsiders" by S.E. Hinton: Plot Summary
This Outsiders plot summary is an overview of the main events in S.E. Hinton’s classic novel about the things that separate us – and the …
Continue ReadingAbout the Mexican Day of the Dead: History, Celebrations & Tradition
In Mexico a National Holiday is celebrated November 1st and 2nd called the Day of the Dead. Mexican families gather on this day to remember their …
Continue ReadingFour-Step Math Problem Solving Strategies & Techniques
Using one of more of the math problem solving strategies presented in this article can aid in solving your math problems. The problem solving …
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