sábado, 31 de julio de 2010

About Fatherhood: Protecting our Children

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From Wayne Parker, your Guide to Fatherhood
Recent new accounts of bullying and Internet attacks remind us all of the importance of putting safeguards around our families. Reading the story of Internet phenom Jessi Slaughter is disturbing, but it also helps us remember how critical it is that we take precautions.

The Jessi Slaughter Story and a Warning
Little 11 year old Jessi Slaughter has become an Internet phenomenon. If you haven't heard the basics of the story, here we go. Jessi lives in Florida, and was the victim... Read more

Your Family and the Internet
Keeping your family safe on the Internet can be a challenge in our era of connectivity. How can dads and moms set boundaries and appropriate limits for our children on the Internet?

Warning Signs That Your Child May Be Involved in a Gang
With another recent upswing in gang activity across the U.S., it's important for parents to know if their child is at risk for involvement in a gang. Learn the warning signs of potential gang activity. If you think your child might be involved, you need to talk.

What a Father Needs to Know About Child Identity Theft
Identity theft is the fastest growing crime in the United States and child identity theft is the fastest growing aspect of this crime. How can a father know about identity theft, how to prevent it and what to do if your child is a victim?

 


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viernes, 30 de julio de 2010

About French Language: Chercher midi à quatorze heures ~ Pouvoir

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From Laura K. Lawless, your Guide to French Language
Salut les abonnés !

Maisons souriantes
Could these houses be any cuter?

Chercher midi à quatorze heures
What does the idiomatic French expression "chercher midi à quatorze heures" mean? Learn all about it here.

All about pouvoir
Pouvoir is one of the most common French verbs. It is irregular in conjugation and literally means "can" or "to be able to." Pouvoir has different meanings in certain tenses and is found in numerous expressions.

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How well do you understand the difference between confusing French pairs like qui/que, deuxième/second, and quand/lorsque? This automatic-scoring quiz will ask up to 100 questions on 20 different pairs of confusing French words and topics to help you pinpoint your most common mistakes.

 


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jueves, 29 de julio de 2010

About Children's Books: Kids Getting Bored?

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From Elizabeth Kennedy, your Guide to Children's Books
If you act now, it's not too late for you to join the About.com Family August blog carnival. Our theme is starting school. Summer's almost over, but if you've had success encouraging your kids to read over the summer, please share your tips. Visit the About Children's Books Web site and my About Children's Books Facebook fan page for more resources.

Kids Getting Bored?
For many families, it's that time in the summer when their kids keep repeating the same refrain, "I'm bored. I don't have anything to do." If that's the case... Read more

Crossing Stones: Historical Fiction
Crossing Stones by Helen Frost is a young adult book that would work well in a middle or high school classroom and as recreational reading for kids who enjoy historical fiction. Set in 1917, Crossing Stones centers on four teenagers, two boys and two girls, and their families and is told from... Read more

The 2010 National Book Festival - Plan to Attend!
It's time to mark your calendars and make plans to attend the National Book Festival, which is sponsored by the Library of Congress and is celebrating its 10th anniversary this... Read more

A Collection of Concrete Poems
Good concrete poems have the ability to tickle a child's funny bone, pique a child's interest in poetry, and engage children in word play of their own. Get your child thinking (and writing) with... Read more

 


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