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The U.S. Constitution And Slavery

James Madison said:“Twenty years will produce all the mischief that can be apprehended from the liberty to import slaves. So long a term will be more dishonorable to the American character that to say nothing about it in the Constitution.” … Continue reading

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Understanding And Teaching The U.S. Constitution

Today an interesting and revealing question came from a home school child.  The comment/ question was as follows: “I know the Constitution is a living document, and can be changed two ways.  What are the two ways” I answered by … Continue reading

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American History And The U.S. Constitution

As a child I was not taught much about the U.S. Constitution, and for the past several years I have become enthusiastic about learning more.  Following are some links that have been most helpful, and ones I recommend to anyone … Continue reading

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Learn And/ Or Teach Spanish

The conversational Spanish taught in the above video is  written as follows (Note: Spanish in bold,  then English) : Hola. Hi   Note: This is an informal greeting.  A more formal way to say hello would be,  saludo. More on this … Continue reading

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Whole Word Verses Phonics: Education In Crises

College professors complain that children who are able to pass  tests,  inter college unable to do basic math or read at grade level.  Our educational system which was once the best in the world,  is now in a crises. 1.  … Continue reading

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Teaching The Reading Element: Drawing Conclusions

The following is a lesson plan that I have used with several students, and it is one most students enjoy because of the student and teacher interaction.  I hope you have fun with it too. Note: This lesson plan can also … Continue reading

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Reading Help

As a tutor I am often given the children who are struggling with their ability to read even though they have learned all their phonic  sounds. There can be several causes for the child’s struggle. However most of the time, … Continue reading

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