The Storyteller, Volume I – A Must Read Book

Joan S. Reed

The Storyteller New Book Offers Supernatural Tales Involving Everyday People Martha Whittington invites readers to take a break from the doldrums of daily routine and delve into a world where ordinary lives are blindsided by the bizarre. The Storyteller: Volume I (now available through AuthorHouse) provides a feast of paranormal […]

Cranberries For Better Vision Health

Joan S. Reed

Eye care is something that we often take for granted in terms of health care. However, due to the fact that our eyes are under a great deal of strain from various sources like technology, and the negative effects of free radicals, they are the most sensitive organs in the […]

What Is Anthropology?

Joan S. Reed

Anthropology is the study of human beings, having its origins in humanities and social science. It is a discourse on the evolution of Homo Sapiens, who were their ancestors, the variations and differences of humans, how certain groups of humans behave in the society and what is the function of […]

The Educational Values of Barbie Dress Up Games

Joan S. Reed

Contrary to popular opinion, Barbie dress up games have their educational values! This is despite the first impression that these online flash games are designed for small girls and pre-teens who love to dress up their virtual Barbie dolls in various glamorous outfits complete with shoes, bags and jewelry. Most […]

What is Scientific Inquiry?

Joan S. Reed

Scientific inquiry requires students to use higher order thinking skills as they learn science using a hands-on minds-on approach. Inquiry’s foundation has its roots in John Dewey’s book Democracy in Education (1916). In this book he describes how true learning begins with the curiosity of learners. Defining Scientific Inquiry His […]

The Allure of Texas High School Football

Joan S. Reed

Even if you’ve never been to a Texas high school football game, you probably know that these games and the fans who follow them are somewhat different than other high school football games and fans. In Texas, football isn’t a sport and it isn’t an extra-curricular activity. No, it’s almost […]