Treasure hunts are all the rage, from Disney’s hit film, “National Treasure,” to NBC’s new show, “Treasure Hunters.” This summer, everyone can participate in a treasure hunt and earn a chance to win prizes while donating to a cause: academic scholarships for the children and spouses of U.S. soldiers. A desire to thank the troops […]
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The fall migration of Monarch butterflies is one of those fascinating natural mysteries to which human beings still do not have any answers. For centuries, the black and orange Monarchs have been great winter attractions in the Californian and Mexican regions. However, no one had any clue to this huge influx of Monarch butterflies in […]
Her childhood admiration of a day care teacher and her college summers spent working at a young children’s day camp inspired Kimberly Oliver to become an educator. Since then, Oliver-a kindergarten teacher at Broad Acres Elementary School in Silver Spring, Md.-has devoted her life to building on these experiences, especially the one-on-one relationship forged between […]
Heartburn remains a burning problem for more than 60 million Americans each month but a new National Heartburn Alliance (NHBA) survey reveals the majority of sufferers are confused by available treatment options. According to the survey, 64 percent of sufferers are unsure how common over-the-counter (OTC) medications differ, while 54 percent are “unfamiliar with treatment […]
What is multiculturalism in school curriculum? Personally, I disagree with the many teachers today who are pushing the notion that in order to teach multiculturalism in school curriculum, teachers must actually move away from the traditional curriculum. Yes, we must move away from the textbook, but not necessarily the curriculum. Don’t get me wrong, teachers […]
Formal education is one of those things that have become a part of our culture. It is nesecary and it is a prerequisites when applying for a job. Education to some extent, helps people get aquanted to and better experienced in the field which they are pursuing. It happens when a “union” creates a curriculum […]