If you feel lazy and have a complete lack of inspiration in the summer, this list is for you! This summer is pretty special for me - starting in the fall, I will be focusing on college and scholarships as I begin my senior year in high school. In the busy-ness of life, I think it's important to sit back and just have fun once in a while. Summer is also the perfect time to Continue Reading >>
10 Reasons Why Teens Should Start a Business
Last August, I was extremely fortunate to get the chance to learn how to properly start my own business through a local class--complete with brainstorming, creating a business plan, pitching, and receiving financing. Yes, not only did I learn how to start the business, I received $1,275 to do so, "Shark Tank" style. The class was called the Young Entrepreneurs Academy, run by our local Chamber. Continue Reading >>
Teaching Vocabulary with Root Words Plus FREE Flashcards!
I have found the easiest way to teach reading is through phonics. That way, when a child sees a word they aren't familiar with, they can easily sound it out. Likewise, I believe in teaching vocabulary words through root words, prefixes, and suffixes. Why? Because when you see a word you don't know, you can at least give a hypothetical guess on things like the SAT. As I begin to prepare for Continue Reading >>
10 Must-Read Christian Memoirs
When we think of Christian heroes, we mostly think of people who lived a hundred years ago. And while there is no shame in those, it's important to remember the "modern" Christian heroes, and the fact that God can use anyone, not just missionaries, to make a difference with His plans. Here are everyday people - a "ghetto" kid turned neurosurgeon, a surfer, a soon-to-be juvenile delinquent, and Continue Reading >>