Education
Family Spectrum (NE) May 2013
Before students get final report cards, it is a good idea for parents to begin thinking about ways they can encourage their children to continue learning over the summer. Research suggests that students can lose two months of progress if they are... Read More
Omaha Home Magazine (NE) May/June 2013
Just because you have a sprinkler system doesn’t mean it is being utilized properly. Oftentimes, the controller is set incorrectly by the previous homeowner, the lawn guy, the genius father-in-law, or even worse, the know-it-all neighbor.... Read More
Rochester Women Magazine (MN) January/February 2013
Dani is the mother of two special
needs children and does an
absolutely amazing job with them, but
that is not why I am nominating her.
Danielle does outstanding work
in our community supporting local
education needs and the Rochester
Public... Read More
Family Spectrum (NE) March 2013
I began writing this article just as the tragedy at Sandy Hook Elementary School was unfolding. I am struck by two parallel impressions: first, the unbearable sadness of the day; and second, the abiding strength that our schools provide to our... Read More
Family Spectrum (NE) March 2013
Fitness is a lifelong habit, one that only becomes more difficult to adapt to as we get older. With childhood obesity on the rise, it has never been more important to establish good eating habits and an active lifestyle for kids.
YMCA of... Read More
Family Spectrum (NE) March 2013
As the weather starts to warm up, the lure of summer vacation can make it especially challenging for kids to focus on schoolwork. Certain study skills can help to successfully finish out the school year.
As always, minimizing... Read More
Family Spectrum (NE) February 2013
The Winter “Blahs”—everybody gets them, even our children. It can be difficult to stay focused on responsibilities that do not seem like a lot of fun. Speaking as a former classroom teacher, the winter months always dragged more... Read More
Family Spectrum (NE) February 2013
In recent years, many school districts have seen a surge in participation in scholastic competitions, such as spelling and geography bees and math contests. The reason? Educators and parents are recognizing these competitions offer great... Read More
Montana Woman (MT) February 2012
Even on a patio or the balcony of an apartment, you can successfully grow a wonderment of fruits, herbs and vegetables in containers. Strawberries, herbs, tomatoes, potatoes, and even corn are a possible as long as you follow a few guidelines. Pick g ...Even on a patio or the balcony of an apartment, you can successfully grow a wonderment of fruits, herbs and vegetables in containers. Strawberries, herbs, tomatoes, potatoes, and even corn are a possible as long as you follow a few guidelines. Pick... Read More
Montana Woman (MT) April 2012
Mary Fields began her life as a slave in Tennessee in 1832, the exact date unknown. Mary’s mother Susanna was the personal servant to the plantation owner’s wife, Mrs. Dunnes. The plantation wife also had ...
Mary Fields began her life as a slave in Tennessee in 1832, the exact date unknown. Mary’s mother Susanna was the personal servant to the plantation owner’s wife, Mrs. Dunnes. The plantation wife also had... Read More
Forsyth Woman Magazine (NC) May 2009
WFU’s Babcock School Presents 10th Annual Elevator CompetitionLet’s face it -- in a turbulent economy, any business can have its ups and downs. Just getting a business off the ground is a challenge, but having funding and interested inves ...WFU’s Babcock School Presents 10th Annual Elevator Competition
Let’s face it -- in a turbulent economy, any business can have its ups and downs. Just getting a business off the ground is a challenge, but having funding and interested... Read More
Family Spectrum (NE) May 2012
Music plays a unique melody in many lives. For some, it is a relaxing hobby to be enjoyed during downtime. For others, it is a meticulous field of study that must be mastered. But for the student musicians of the Omaha Area Youth Orchestras, music is ...Music plays a unique melody in many lives. For some, it is a relaxing hobby to be enjoyed during downtime. For others, it is a meticulous field of study that must be mastered. But for the student musicians of the Omaha Area Youth Orchestras, music... Read More
Parent News (SC) Nov 2011
Do you play basketball or another team sport? If so, do you think you can win a game all by yourself? If you do not play a sport, have you been in a school play or are you a member of the band or chorus? Can you perform every role in the school play ...Do you play basketball or another team sport? If so, do you think you can win a game all by yourself? If you do not play a sport, have you been in a school play or are you a member of the band or chorus? Can you perform every role in the school play... Read More
Montana Woman (MT) March 2012
The Girl Scouts of the USA have seen a lot of change since Juliette Gordon Low founded the organization. She was born Juliette Magill Kinzie Gordon on October 31, 1860, in Savannah, GA. “Daisy”, as she was affectionately called by family ...The Girl Scouts of the USA have seen a lot of change since Juliette Gordon Low founded the organization. She was born Juliette Magill Kinzie Gordon on October 31, 1860, in Savannah, GA. “Daisy”, as she was affectionately called by family... Read More
Azizah Magazine (GA) Jan 2012
One of the best ways to gain insight into a country and the people who live there is by living and working there yourself. If you've ever wanted to have such an experience but didn't know where to start, teaching English as a foreign language ...One of the best ways to gain insight into a country and the people who live there is by living and working there yourself. If you've ever wanted to have such an experience but didn't know where to start, teaching English as a foreign... Read More
Senior Life News Magazine (OK) Aug 2012
Truly is the Greatest Country in the World. Don't Let Freedom Slip Away
By: Kitty Werthmann
What I am about to tell you is something you've probably never heard or will ever read in history books.
I believe t ...
Truly is the Greatest Country in the World. Don't Let Freedom Slip Away
By: Kitty Werthmann
What I am about to tell you is something you've probably never heard or will ever read in history books.
I believe that I... Read More
Family Spectrum (NE) May 2012
Music plays a unique melody in many lives. For some, it is a relaxing hobby to be enjoyed during downtime. For others, it is a meticulous field of study that must be mastered. But for the student musicians of the Omaha Area Youth Orchestras, music... Read More
Western Mass Women Magazine (MA) Sep-Oct 2012
Separation anxiety is a very common problem for preschool children, especially during the first few weeks of school.You may also see some separation anxiety in children after an illness, a vacation, or even a long weekend, where they... Read More
Montana Woman (MT) March 2012
The Girl Scouts of the USA have seen a lot of change since Juliette Gordon Low founded the organization. She was born Juliette Magill Kinzie Gordon on October 31, 1860, in Savannah, GA. “Daisy”, as she was affectionately called by family... Read More
Parent News (SC) Nov 2011
Do you play basketball or another team sport? If so, do you think you can win a game all by yourself? If you do not play a sport, have you been in a school play or are you a member of the band or chorus? Can you perform every role in the school play... Read More
Montana Woman (MT) April 2012
Mary Fields began her life as a slave in Tennessee in 1832, the exact date unknown. Mary’s mother Susanna was the personal servant to the plantation owner’s wife, Mrs. Dunnes. The plantation wife also had... Read More
Family Spectrum (NE) February 2012
Days without sunlight, winter weather, even boredom with routine—all affect mood, and just as they can impact adults, they can also disrupt a child’s interest in school and learning. A family approach can help turn the tide on this often... Read More
Omaha Home Magazine (NE) September/October 2012
With recent changes in the mortgage industry over the past few years—some of which have been sensationalized in the media—many of my clients, family and friends are still concerned if they qualify for a mortgage anymore. It’s... Read More
Family Spectrum (NE) June 2012
If children learned primarily through listening, child behavior experts like me would go out of business. Adults talk on and on to children to teach them behavior, but most of what is said goes in one ear and out the other. Children mainly learn by... Read More