Reading for Success! Did you know? More than half of U.S. adults (54 percent) between 16- and 74-years of age lack proficiency in literacy (eighth-grade reading level) Reading inspires innovators and entrepreneurs Reading helps develop other skills Reading introduces you to other cultures and perspectives Reading improves your memory Reading skills distinguish between fact and […]
Read Across America Day
Let’s join together in celebrating Read Across America Day on March 2nd by READING! Why? Reading is for everyone! Take a picture of your child reading and post it to show their success! This year-round program which was launched in 1998 focuses on motivating children and teens to read through events, partnerships, and reading resources […]
Prayer Requests?
Do you want us to pray for someone special in your life? Each of us go through hard times in this life. We will pray for you. Maybe you would like a specific prayer for your: wife husband son daughter mother father brother sister aunt uncle cousin aunt uncle grandmother grandfather yourself or other friend […]
Little Red Hen
In the story “Little Red Hen” the cat, the pig, and the rat learned when they waited too long to help Mother Hen they were not allowed to eat the warm, delicious bread that came out of the oven. Here is a fun song called “I Wait” by the talented artist Life Lucid. Homeschoolers: Sketch […]
Word of the Day – Cats
Do you know the definition for the new Word of the Day which is “Cats?” Pronounced: [kats] Everyone loves cats! Cats like to meow. Don’t you just love to hear a car purr? Don’t you just love to pet your cat? A cat is a small domesticated carnivorous mammal with soft fur and a short […]
History in 3 Minutes Podcast
Hello everyone from “History in 3 Minutes Podcast.” Welcome back! Today, let’s take a look at “The Reform Movement.” Church revivals and temperance groups were organized to help improve society. Women and African Americans organized themselves politically to fight for equal rights. During the Second Great Awakening (1795-1835) camp meetings were held by various religious […]
Word of the Day – Mandarin
Do you know the definition for the new Word of the Day which is “Mandarin?” Pronounced: [man-der-rən] Standard Chinese, often called Mandarin, is the most often spoken language in China. Over 70 percent of people in China speak Mandarin. Other fun facts about Mandarin: It is the official Chinese language in China It is the […]
Coconut Rice
Looking forward to spring and warmer weather? Try this “Coconut Rice” recipe. Coconut rice is a Thai style rice. Begin by bringing the milk, water, and rice all to a boil together. Replacing half of the water with coconut milk makes the rice slightly sticky and much more flavorful. You will want to eat this […]
Word of the Day – Robin
Do you know the definition for the new Word of the Day which is “Robin?” Pronounced: [ˈrä-bən ] A robin is a singing bird. In North America the robin has a slate-gray upperpart, a blackish head and tail, and black and whitish streaked throat. It is best known for its reddish breast and underparts. I […]
Word of the Day – 1798 Alien and Sedition Acts
Do you know the definition for the New Word of the Day which is “1798 Alien and Sedition Acts?” Pronounced: [ˈā-lē-ən] [ən(d] [si-ˈdi-shən] [akts] First we will take a look at the individual definitions and then the cumulative definition. The definition for the word ‘alien’ is foreign. The definition for the word ‘sedition’ is incitement […]
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