Teaching Strategies and Concepts

How to enhance your writing skill.

2010-05-31T04:43:00.001-07:00

I am a writer. Depending on my initial knowledge about writing is not only the main requirement that makes me a writer. Being blessed with the gift of expression is the avenue to learn various things and in order to make myself knowledgeable and confident in what I write, I also put my trust using the book – Enhancing Basic Research and Writing Skills which is authored by F. Lacia and M. Fabella, Ed. D..

In the field of composition, I need the most root asset of learning the gift that God has given me through constant reading and guidance of books. In fact, this book awares me that there are some cases that I believe for me, that it my knowledge on writing is enough. But I was totally wrong. This book opens me to accept better ideas and suggestions that could enhance the art of my writing ability. Now, I am on my way learning many things and as long as I have all the access of wonderful and helpful books, I feel that writing is not a problem for me as well.

I, in the world of writing entail a lot of responsibilities so that the audience will learn and get something from me. The only aspirants that I have are to express my ideas in a simpler way that I can be able to reach out the wants and the needs of the listener. Actually, I don’t need too metaphors or figure of speeches nor difficult words in order to portray my wide profession. Being simple in writing is much better.

The All New Universal Traveler Book

2010-04-17T23:18:00.000-07:00

Authored by Don Koberg and Jim Bagnall, the All New Universal Traveler - a Soft Systems guide to: creativity, problem-solving and the process f reaching goals (Revised Edition) is a book which provides a simplified format for solving problems. This book is dedicated to those who seek to add clarity and organization to the problem-solving process of living. It is for those who desire to take charge of the multitude of situations that confront them and for those who plan to assure themselves of achieving either personally or socially satisfying ends.

This book intends to help people become more conscious or aware of their own procedures and methods in solving problems. Through learning this book, the authors ought to encourage and to generate more creative problem-solvers at the world level.

Parts of this book are:

A. The Expedition Outfitter
Introduction to Creativity. Keys to Creative Behavior. Blocks to Creativity. The Design Process. Travel Map. A Word about Methods. General Travel Tips. Tourist Traps. General Language Guide. General Travel Guide.

B. The Universal Travel Agency
How to use a Travel Agency. A Problem Begins. Basic Methods. Acceptance. Analysis. Definition. Ideation. Idea-Selecting. Implementation. Evaluation.

C. Side Trips
Creativity Games. Guide to Measurable Objectives. Lessons from Problem-Solving. Synthetics. Self-Hypnotism. Painless Criticism. Communications Checklist and Writing Diagrams.

Slow-cooked Comfort by Lydie Marshall

2010-04-06T05:14:00.000-07:00

Few things are more rewarding than a fragrant, slow-cooked stew or braise on a chilly evening. It is also an easy way to feed a hungry family well - just ask the super-practical and food-revering French, whose tradition of meals en cocotte (cooking in sealed pots buried in stove coals) stretches back centuries. Consider their good sense: Stews and braises cook meats and vegetables in one pot, and they store conveniently and taste better when reheated. They also mask almost any vegetable from suspicious kids in a sauce of herbs and juices, not fat or fake flavors. Best of all, you don't have to be that mindful (braises and stews are safety forgotten in the oven for a few hours or more) or a seasoned French cook. The oven and the food do the work- all you do is put them together and leave them alone.

This book of hearty one-pot dishes by the author of several well-loved Provencal cookbooks gives a detailed description of braising techniques, as well as recipes for stews, casseroles and baked desserts. The vegetable section is rife with casserole ideas to make veggies.

Book suited for Early Childhood Education Teachers

2010-03-23T01:48:00.000-07:00

Families, Schools and Communities Together for Young Children by Donna Couchenour, Ph.D. and Kent Chrisman, Ed.D. of Shippensburg University was mainly written to meet a need for a textbook that included a theoretical and research foundation for early childhood educator's work with families, schools and communities. This book will serve as one important tool in early childhood teacher education.

Part of the topics of this book includes:

Part I: Understanding Families
Chapter I: A Theory-Based Approach to Family Involvement in Early Childhood Education
Chapter II: Understanding Family Diversity
Chapter III: Developmental Issues in Families with Young Children
Chapter IV: Family Strengths, Family Functions and Family Structure
Chapter V: Parenting
Chapter VI: Family Stress

Part II Practice
Chapter VII: A Family-Based Philosophy n Early Childhood Education
Chapter VIII: Family-Staff Relationships
Chapter IX: Parent Education and Family Life Education
Chapter X: Early Childhood Educators in the Community

Families, Schools and Communities Together for Young Children (Book)

2010-03-07T15:23:00.001-08:00

Authored by Donna Couchenour, Ph.D. and Kent Chrisman, Ed.D. (Shippensburg University, USA), this book focuses on contextual method as a basis for family, school and community partnerships. It inflicts early stimulation for optimal brain development point to the importance of supporting families. Furthermore, new scientific information and current societal concerns about children's safety which have led to a change in the charge of early childhood professionals are also evident in this book. This book cares of early childhood education which it presents teaching techniques and strategies that are helpful for the teachers and for the early education programs as well.

I Love Dirt: 52 Activities to Help You and Your Kids Discover the Wonders of Nature by Jennifer Ward

2010-03-03T14:48:00.000-08:00

Looking for No-Brain ways to have active fun with the whole family? Go outside!

"I Love Dirt" is a collection of fun ideas for outdoor adventures for kids and parents to share, organized by seasons. They are loosely structured enough to encourage plenty of exploration - one springtime activity send you on a walk in search of shades of green; another has you outside at night with a constellation map - but they are specific enough that you are ready to field the omnipresent question, "What are we doing now?" With plenty of entertaining facts and question-and-answer boxes for each activity, this is a terrific resource to have on hand when your own mental list of good-for-you games is running out.

Treasury of 100 Storybook Classic

2010-02-09T23:47:00.000-08:00

My kid, Danica and I love to watch Treasury of 100 Storybook Classic, including its series Chicka, Chicka, Boom, Boom, Make Way for Duckling and Good Night, Gorilla and many more.

I intentionally bought this DVD collection which tells cherished stories and gorgeous illustrations that I'm sure at adds to Danica's learning. It further shows timeless tales of life which make my and I love to watch all over again.

This DVD is such a delightful start to my 2-year old Danica.

Northwest Italy by Maureen Ashley MW

2010-02-06T01:01:00.000-08:00

Touring in the Wine Country in the Northwest Italy is the masterpiece of information which Maureen Ashley authored. Topics like Aosta and northwest Piedmont, Alba, Asti and southern Piedmont, Liguria, The East, Monferrato, Noerthern Piedmont, etc. are the highlights of this book.

It has been overly looked-out that picture-book images of Italy rarely include the northwest, so its glories are poorly known. But not anymore now. This makes the discovery of this book wonderful. From remarkable churches, villas, castles, craftworkers, artisan producers of cheese or salami tot he most centered and talked to - wines, wines, wines. This book explains it all with pictures and intact information, you'll then just discover that the wine you love is actually made in the Northwest of Italy Thus, road guide is also available,m leading you to the place so perfect - Northwest Italy.

"Perfect Health" by Deepal Chopra, MD

2010-01-26T01:12:00.000-08:00

Anxiety. Allergies and asthma. Depression. Cancer. Emotional Pain. Chronic Fatigue. Fibromyalgia. Headache and migraine. Hypertension. Insomnia. Irritable bowel syndrome. Long-term illness. Chronic pain. Stress disorders. Weight issues.

These are some of the vital topics on health that I have read through "Perfect Health" book by Deepak Chopra, MD., I have learned the powerful healing practices if meditation, yoga and Ayurveda as well as it shares natural physical and emotional healing in the intimate and nurturing environment of The Chopra Center.

The Perfect Health Program was developed by Deepak Chorpa, MD ans David Simon, MD which is found on that book. Indeed, they both teach me how!

Natural Solutions Magazine

2010-01-24T01:57:00.000-08:00

It is such a healthy choice to experience the right make-over physically in a natural way. Good thing that Natural Solutions magazine provides monthly tips and advices on various aspects concerning human's health. Actually, I love grasping and putting into action their helpful healthy tips especially that I am more into, being particular with my physique and health. Their experts advice from specialists - doctors and health professional guarantee lifetime assurance of me, paying serious attention and awareness of my health. Thus, testimonies from various locals also add true evidences that health matters most all the time and people are taking health into a serious account.

For better living and healthy lifestyle. I listen and do every advice given by Natural Solutions. This makes me check my health all the time.

The Yiddish Policeme's Union by Michael Chabon

2009-12-26T23:06:00.001-08:00

I've read Michael Chabon's latest nobel which is convoluted as they come It is a genre-bending alternate-history detective tale, The Yiddish Policemen's Union which operates under the fictional Jewish that the Askan own of Sitka became a temporary Yiddish-speaking safe haven for European Jewish refugees following World War II and the collapse of Israel in 1948. Now , 60 years later, the town's "temporary" status has expired and Sitka is in danger or reverting to American control and once again displacing thousands of Jewish emigres from what has certainly become their home. Within all this context, the stranged so of Sitka's most notorious mob boss has turned up dead, and homicide detective Meyer Landsman must close the case before the reversion. The story may sound overstuffed, but it is handled with deftness and focus, and though perhaps it' not Chabon's best work to date, the pure imagination fueling this book makes it well worth the read .

Women's Gear Guide Magazine

2009-12-25T20:35:00.000-08:00

If you are looking for a REAL sport ad for women, then Women's Gear Guide Magazine is what you need.

Dawna Stone ( Founder) and Kristin Harrison (Editor in Chief) work hand in hand to finally started to notice active women's needs (gear) especially in sports. Their diverse staff consists of runners, triathletes, cyclists, swimmers, yogis and more swap tips on everything especially about the right women's sport gear.

They hired some of the best writers in the industry whom they hit the trail, road, pool, gym and yoga studio to test hundreds of women-specific products, from cycling shorts and sunscreen to backpacks and jogging strollers.

In Women's Gear Guide Magazine, you'll find more than 250 high-performing standouts that can help you PR in a triathlon, protect your skin when you're surfing or simply give you a boost of "I know I look good" confidence at the gym.

Moreover, they sort the good from the ugly, uncomfortable or painful women's sport gear.

Actually, Women's Gear Guide Magazine is my sure guide to my sexy, beautiful, and fit sport outfit.

I love them for informing me!

Appropriate book for you kid this Christmas.

2009-12-22T20:38:00.000-08:00

'Tis the season of stress - everyone's busy, and cranky too, so now's a great time to remind kids about the importance of being nice, thankful, generous and polite.

I start my kid, Danica by reading Emily's Christmas Gifts, by etiquette honchos Cindy Post Senning, Ed.D., and Peggy Post.

I know fully that after reading the book, mu child will see that the best presents are gifts of kindness and consideration. Parts of this book further teaches Danica to always say "please" and "thank you", greet visitors by looking up at the face and saying "Hello" at the table, speak with an "inside" voice, use a napkin and utensils, and stay seated until excused, help clean up after a get-together - toss wrapping paper, put toys away, carry unbreakables to the kitchen, pick out presents to give to family and friends, when you're shopping, smile at a busy salesperson, when you get a gift, write a thank-you note.

This book teaches her to practice these rules not just in Christmas but all year long.

Learning to cook? Food and Wine Magazine helps!

2009-12-19T01:07:00.000-08:00

I admit that I lack expertise in cooking. In fact, I love visiting to my friend's home to ask tips how to cook well on certain food. As a matter of fact, I have numerous book compilations and magazines about food.

Yesterday, I bought a new magazine which is of December issue of Food and Wine. Excitedly, I quickly browsed through and read some parts of the pages. Most of the ad display food recipes and ingredients from various food types - desserts, viands, heavy and light meals, drinks, etc. which were served by the creative chefs all around the world.

As a result, I try cooking Citrus-Marinated Turkey, Ensalada Verde with Idiazabal Cheese, Sweet Potato Gratin with Chile-spiced Pecans, Chorizo Corn Bread Stuffing with Herbs, Sweet-and-Sour Catalan Spinach, Herbed Potato Gratin with Manchego, etc.

All these and more, I learn and love to cook as Food and Wine Magazine makes me an expert chef someday.

Reading American Baby Magazine

2009-12-11T16:44:00.000-08:00

Being a mother at an early age of 23 to my first-born child Danica is what I find I'm amateur at. I don't know technically know how to take care of my little princess. I'm clueless about ways of giving her a baby bath, changing her clothes, changing the diaper, bottle feed her, choosing the appropriate food, what's the dos and don'ts, etc. I find it really hard to adjust to a life like this from a naughty gal to a serious, mature one because all I really want is to have fun. Until this scenario occurs me to face my big responsibility especially now that I'm a mother, not anymore a night-life partier.

As a result, I read the American Baby's Magazine to equip myself with the responsibilities of motherhood as it positively imply a huge role especially to my child. All I really want is the best for her. No matter how ruthless I am before after not being able to care much about my sisters because I am always with hang-outs with friends, this situation of having me an instant mom alarms me with wide-open, instant attack that calls for perfection.

Becoming a mom accurately articulates the feeling that I have to do it all perfectly. This magazine puts my struggles into perspective.

Now I am more confident that I am on my way to get there! Y8X52G6YKATW

Natural Health Magazine

2009-12-07T01:47:00.000-08:00

Learning to lose weight needs not only relying my trust in taking my best-chosen weight lose medicine but I prefer to read Natural Health Magazine as well.

Part of their column which I love to read is actually all of it because every information I got shares more on ways to attain a healthy lifestyle which I atone to.

This magazine is not just more on words but it is preferably about sustaining, educating and helping me to achieve a healthy life not just for my own benefit but for every individual who believe in the practice of a healthy living.

I have been in a battle of losing weight. Before, I weight 160 pounds. After thorough research in reading this magazine, I discovered losing weight in a natural way. I've learned to consider exercising, eating healthy food especially fruits and vegetables, drinking healthy juices and abstaining from eating much.

Indeed, it is a good feeling to lose weight naturally!

Reading the Budget Travel Magazine

2009-12-05T00:31:00.000-08:00

Eventhough I'm not in the exact place, Budget Travel leads me the way.

Reading Budget Travel Magazine informs me much from what I really love - travelling. Most of the content of their magazine speaks about Travel Tips, Trip Coach, Where Next, How to Travel Now, Roadtrip, Real Deals, True Stories, Budget Travel Up Grade and many more. In fact, I have learn much from their views and content especially with their corner "Real Deals" which I discovered where beautiful and nice places to visit but can enjoy affordable hotel, food, accommodations, etc. that will not compromise my trip.

It perfectly come with the right choice form as I plan to have trip from places to countries worldwide.

Computer Shopper magazine: This make sense!

2009-11-30T16:50:00.000-08:00

Having the pleasure of enjoying the bliss of technologies, I always find myself being updated on the latest from computer, cell phones, iPod, CD players and just about anything of the current inventions in line with electronics. To fully aware of the details of a certain technology, I always grab a copy of the "Computer Shopper" magazine. In fact, I have subscribed to get a copy of their magazine about today's latest technology in the market.

Computer Shopper magazine is powered by these brilliant personalities - David Ludlaw (Editor) and partners Jim Martin, Simon Edwards and Kevy Ewbank. It presents topics like News (Key Stories in Depth), What's New Feature (Technology, Issues and Advice in Depth), Learn (Top Tips and Tutorials), Expert (In Depth Advice to get more form your PC), Help (Expert problem-Solving) and Favourites (news, vies and amazing giveaways).

No doubt that I love Computer Shopper because it comes always at the right time for me.

Reading the newspaper.

2009-11-28T18:21:00.001-08:00

I have read some newspapers everyday and I have lots of information that I get out from them.

This book is a BIG help.

2009-10-22T21:05:00.000-07:00

I just can't stop myself to read, read and even to read more. In a day, I laid much time reading. As a matter of fact, I read almost 8 hours a day. I find pleasures in reading. It makes me alert and open-minded. My difficulty which I find in reading is being able to encounter difficult words. Words that are ambiguous and are figurative. Fortunately, with the help of the New World Dictionary of the American Language Second Concise Edition, I am able to comprehend what I read. This dictionary is indeed an unleasher! Ian reading with great sense and understanding.

Webster's New World Dictionary of the American language, Second Concise Edition covers a Guide to the Use of the Dictionary, Abbreviations and Symbols Used in this Dictionary and a Dictionary of the American Language. It has also a Table of Alphabets in English, Arabic, Hebrew, Greek, Russian and German translations.

Actually, this book is given by my uncle when I was 20 years old (during my tertiary years) as I was in 2nd year College of those times. That is why, it looks old with much teared parts. Actually, for my long years of using this dictionary, the cover gave up its services. it was totally teared. But no matter it looks old, the learning I've gain and learned from this helpful book is worth a lifetime.

Enhancing Basic Research and Writing Skills by Ferdilyn C. Lacia et.al

2009-10-15T08:36:00.000-07:00

Writing is my life. It is my passion. It is what I love. I have found pleasures of the world of expressing one's inner thoughts and opinions through making compositions and publications. I successfully achieve what I want through writing using the points of learning and mastering how to write well using this book. Frankly, when I was still a kid, I have a poor English. In fact, I hate English. It was in my tertiary years that I love exploring and learning about the subject. Most of the things that I have learned comes from the points of this book entitled Enhancing Basic Research and Writing Skills by Ferdilyn C. Lacia and Mark G. Fabella, ED.D. Most of the topics of this book where as follows:

Reading and Writing Clear Paragraphs, Reading and Writing Various Types of Paragraph Development, Producing Clear Sentence in a Paragraph, Reading and Writing Texts in the Social Sciences, Reading and Writing Texts in the Physical Sciences, Writing a Research Paper and Data-gathering through an Interview and a Questionnaire.

I have learned all them. The book sharpens me. And it made using English for me such a pleasure.

Printice Hall's Grammar and Composition Book

2009-10-14T18:40:00.001-07:00

I am learning the right English grammar and some composition techniques with the use of this book, Printice Hall's Grammar and Composition (Book). I remember, when I was in my tertiary years especially during my sophomore years, my teacher really adviced us to buy this book because we are going to use it for the rest of the semester.

Frankly, this book helps a lot with my skills in learning proper English. When I was in my elementary years, I hate English and I find it too difficult to understand learning the subject. It took me more years to fully understand its scope and its vital techniques from subject-verb agrement to basic sentence patten.

Now, I can say with much pride that I am having the right skill that could help me express what I feel in the form of making various compositions with the right tool in English.

In this book, it speaks about these following topics:

Grammar Usage Mechanics - Nouns, Pronouns, Verbs, Adjectives, Adverbs, Prepositions, Conjunctions and Interjections

Basic Sentence Parts and Patterns - The Sentence, Subject and Verbs, Compound Subjects and Compound Verbs, Hard-to-Find Subjects, Direct Objects, Indirect Objects, Objective Complement, Subject Complement, Basic Sentence Pattern, Diagramming Basic Sentence Pattern.

Phrases - Prepositional Phrases, Appositive and Appositive Phrases, Participles and Participial Phrases, Gerunds and Gerund Phrases, Infinitive and Infinitive Phrases, Diagramming Phrases.

Clauses - Ajective Clauses, Adverb Clauses, Noun Clauses, Sentence Classified by Structure and Function, Diagramming Clauses.

Avoiding Sentence Errors - Fragments, Run-ons, Misplaced and Dangling Modifiers

Verb Usage - Verb Tenses, Expressing Time through Tense, Active and Passive Voice

Pronoun Usage - The Cases of Pronouns, Special Problems with Pronouns

Agreement - Subject - Verb Agreement, Pronoun and Antecedent Agreement

Adjective and Adverb Usage - Degree of Comparison, Clear Comparison

Miscellaneous Problems in Usage - Negative Sentences, Fifty Common Usage Problem

Mechanics - Capitalization and Abbreviation, Rules for Abbreviation

Punctuation - End Marks, Commas that Separate Basic Elements, Commas that Set Off Added Elements, The Semicolon and the Colon, Quotation Marks with Direct Quotations, Underlining and Other Uses of Quotation Marks, Dashes and Parentheses, The Hyphen, The Apostrophe

Principles and Method of Teaching by Gregorio

2009-10-05T20:21:00.000-07:00

This book, Principles and Method of Teaching by Gregorio, often the book I used in college especially in our Education subject. I find this book very beneficial because it provides wide information and vital techniques and strategies in teaching.

The Meaning and Importance of Principles in Teaching, The Starting Principles of Teaching and Learning, The Goal Principles of Teaching and Learning, Psychological Bases of the Learning Process, The Basic Principles of Learning, The Use of Motivation in Teaching and in Learning, Lesson Planning in Teaching, Accepted Educational Concepts Basic to Modern Teaching, The Guiding Principles and Methods of Teaching, Principles Underlying Drill and Review Methods, The Technique of Teaching, Principles Underlying Assignment of Lessons, Principles of Transfer of Learning as used in Teaching, Principles of Individual Differences Essential to Teaching and Training, Evaluating the Results of Teaching and Learning, Principles underlying Classroom Management and Discipline, Teacher and His Profession, Educators and the Educational Process, Code of Professional Ethics for Teachers and School Officials and The Magna Carta for Public School Teachers are some of the important topics that this book has tackled.

Having this book is like you are in the real world of classroom instructions with children and learning are there.

Historical, Philosophical and Legal Foundations of Education Book

2009-09-25T17:47:00.001-07:00

Part of the Education curriculum when I was in college is taking the subject with the descriptive title Foundation of Education. Historical, Philosophical and Legal Foundations of Education book is the reference we use. It is authored by Cecilio Duka. This book explains about the historical evolution of education from the prehistoric era down to the modern educational system. It deals with the philosophical framework of education which include the different movements and schools of thought that greatly influence today's educational practices and trends. It is focused on the legal bases of the Philippine educational system. It also deals with the historical development of the Department of Education and the present curricular offerings in the elementary, secondary and tertiary levels as well as in nonformal and special education.

I find this book beneficial in understand Education and the role it portrays to the environment as well especially to the growth and progress of today's education.

This book covers these essential topics discussing 1. The Educational Systems of Ancient Civilizations; 2. Education during the Medieval Times; 3. Movements that Helped Shape Modern Educational Thoughts and Ideals; 4. Philosophical Foundations of Education; 5. Legal Foundations of Education; 6. The Philippine Educational System and the Department of Education, Culture and Sports and 7. The Curricula of Philippine Schools.

This book is distributed by the Phoenix Publishing House, Inc. 927 Quezon Avenue, Quezon City which is copyrighted in 1997.

Thanks to Payperpost.com!

2009-09-22T00:00:00.000-07:00

One of the site that really help me especially in the recovery of my special sister is the Payperpost.com. I am one of their blogger which I made some posts for my blog that pays real cash instantly. It has been a year now that Payperpost.com help my sister. The money that I have received from making some posts to blog with the advertiser's requirements cure the monthly medication of my sister. My sister is suffering from a mental illness. It has been 5 months now that my sister is on the process of her medication, recovering back her normal memory. I really take this chance to give gratitude to Payperpost.com because without them, I don't know where to find an extra income that could help support my sister. I am just a plain teacher and I don't have too much income to sustain her needs. I searched through the Internet about paying sites from blogging and I have read over the positive testimonials of some of the bloggers that are already a member of Payperpost.com, I find satisfaction of their positive feedback of this company. And so by doing, after having a 20 plus posts of personal ads, I submitted my blog to them. Luckily, they accepted it and I begin (until now) blogging.

I couldn't imagine where to search for big amount of money for my sister. Thanks to Payperpost.com for making all things possible for me through helping my sister.

Payperpost.com is God's way for me to help save the life of my sister. And to Payperpost.com, again and again (for endless times) THANK YOU VERY, VERY, VERY MUCH!

"Forever in Love"

2009-09-19T20:30:00.000-07:00

"Forever in Love" teaches me about love and marriage and letting go. After in the recovery process of losing a person whom I really love who went to New Zealand whom we lost contact for almost 3 years now, I have learned to reside myself forgetting him and finding peace as I seek advice, pray and read this book. The painful experience that I have gone through lead me to tighten my faith in Him. With this book also, it strengthens me to move on and let go of the hurtful experiences on love.

"Forever in Love" discusses devotional topics for developing love and intimacy in marriage. Contents include uplifting, realistic advices and powerful inspirational quotes that can help relationships work even until a lifetime.

After reading this book, I was enlightened to face life's reality that if a person is for you, then life finds its way but if it's not, then there is another open avenue that is perfectly for you.

This book is a relief!