Category: Resources for Small Businesses and Entrepreneurs

September 13, 2009

Special Education Resources Special education refers to the education of students with some form of disability. Some of these disabilities include behavioral disorders, communication challenges, developmental disabilities, emotional disorders, learning disabilities, and physical disabilities. As such, the education of special students requires specialized teaching methods and programs. Here are some special education resources for parents… Continue reading Special Education Resources

September 08, 2009

From Patrick Henry’s fiery words at the start of the American Revolution to the slogan that launched Barack Obama’s successful campaign to become America’s 44th President, the United States has been host to many famous orators. Much of the progress that America has enjoyed in history has been influenced or started by speeches. Men and… Continue reading Famous Speeches That Changed the Nation

September 07, 2009

Answering Your Questions About Answering Students’ Questions To watch a teacher answer students’ questions, one might think the teacher was somehow born with the ability to do so. Answering questions from students is, however, an acquired skill. Here are some answers to frequently asked questions many new teachers have regarding how to properly and effectively answer students’ questions.… Continue reading Answering Your Questions About Answering Students’ Questions

Mount Athos is home to some of the oldest Christian monasteries in the world. Especially after interference from the government of Greece, there have been tensions with some of these monasteries that ostensibly operate independently. The Greek government regards Mount Athos, which is an Island covering some 350 km/2, as a territory of the Ecumenical Patriarch who… Continue reading Geography of Mount Athos

September 05, 2009

Ventriloquism is a form of stagecraft in which an individual, known as a ventriloquist, throws their voice to trick the audience into thinking the voice is coming from a different source, such as a puppet. As with many types of illusions, ventriloquism is a popular form of public entertainment. There are two main types of… Continue reading Answering Yourself: A Guide to Ventriloquism

September 04, 2009

Philately, or the study of stamps, is a hobby shared by millions around the world. The study of stamps often includes stamp collecting, however, many people study stamps without collecting them. Philatélie was the name given to this practice in 1864 by Georges Herpin. Derived from the original Greek root phil, which means an affinity… Continue reading All About Philately

September 02, 2009

The Pledge of Allegiance is one of the oldest and most recognized symbols of patriotic expression in the United States. It is a statement of commitment and honor to the country, and the Pledge itself has a very interesting history. The Pledge was originally written in 1892 by a Baptist minister named Francis Bellamy. First published… Continue reading The History of the Pledge of Allegiance

September 01, 2009

Many are aware of the speech disorder called stuttering. Stuttering, very generally speaking, consists of stressing certain syllables or words longer than normal, repeating certain syllables or words longer than normal, or longer than normal hesitation before pronouncing certain syllables or words. Around five percent of children stutter at some point in childhood as they learn how… Continue reading Finding Voice: A Resource Guide To Stuttering

As the United States continues to grow, many people from other countries move to America to work, go to school, or raise a family. Thus, American schools consist of students from many different countries. Schools have historically taught principles based on Western thought. But with the rise of first-generation students whose parents were born in other… Continue reading Lesson Plans with Chinese Culture Themes

June 07, 2009

There are many antique treasures to be found online. A quick search on the Web can be a time-saving alternative to a weekend expedition through a line of antique shops. Technological antiques such as computers, telephones, and televisions can be found online along with specific facts relating to their design. In addition, information is available… Continue reading Antiques on the Internet