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79Snowballs by Lois Ehlert Review with Preschool Lesson Plan
Snowballs by Lois Ehlert ISBN 0152020950 is a whimsical children's picture book that uses collage art to depict an entire family of snowmen in colorful two-page spreads. This book introduces preschoolers and young grade schoolers to the art of collage and is a delightful winter storybook. Use the preschool lesson plan to augment your curriculum with this fun book that is about both art and snow.
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91Arizona Road Trip: Wickenburg—Cowboys, Cactus, Gold Mines and Western Art
Come visit Wickenburg, Arizona, showplace of the American West. This town has so much to offer. Cowboys, gold and silver miners, ranchers, Indians, dude ranchers, and normal people like me call Wickenburg home. Wickenburg's scenery, wildlife, and rich history make it a fascinating place to visit during your Arizona vacation.
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82What NOT to Say to a Pregnant Woman
© Yann Poirier Occasionally friends and strangers say the darndest things to me. And they should know better. So how are you feeling? The polite pregnant woman who grits "fine..." through her teeth has a...
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80Arizona Road Trip: Montezuma's Well and Verde Valley Petroglyph Site
Montezuma's Well is about 10 miles north of Montezuma's Castle on I-17 in North Central Arizona. For less than 10 dollars you can stop at the V bar V petroglyph site and finish your day with water play and a cookout at nearby Wet Beaver Creek. Read on for photos, maps, and tips for tent and RV campers.
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74Starting A Garden With Your Child: A Beginner's Guide
Starting a garden with your child is a great way to connect to nature and help build an appreciation for the food we eat. Creating a small box garden is a very manageable way for people who have small spaces...
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78Stock Market Investing and Children: Teach Them Correct Principles
Teaching children about the stock market is an effective way to put math, logic, analytical, and reasoning skills to use. However, many kids aren't introduced to the concepts that help people make smart investment decisions in real life. This article describes the pros and cons of stock market competitions while suggesting ways teachers and parents can enhance children's learning about investing.
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73Bee Season by Myla Goldberg Book Review
Bee Season by Myla Goldberg (Anchor, 2001, ISBN 10:038549880) was not the novel I expected. Not at all. And I was very pleasantly surprised, because it was much more than the fluffy summer read I...
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82The White Felt Stocking: An Inspiring True Christmas Story
The white felt Christmas stocking that my grandma made for me Detail work completed after my Grandma lost use of her hand after brain tumor surgery. Dolly Parton had her coat of many colors that "my momma...
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77Devil's Elbow State Park and Heceta Head Lighthouse: Frugal Oregon Coast Destination
Devil's Elbow is a public beach north of Florence, Oregon on the Pacific Coast Highway. The spectacular scenery featured here, and short hike to Heceta Head lighthouse make this a MUST stop on any Pacific Coast Highway roadtrip or even a romantic location for a wedding!
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82California Road Trip: Patrick's Point State Park Review
Nestled amid the temperate rain forest of Northern California Redwoods on a triangular-shaped peninsula that juts into the ocean is a little-known paradise called Patrick's Point. This California state park is a fun and FRUGAL vacation destination.
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