Articles written by Candy Carlile

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Top Universities for LD Students
A listing of 4 top ranked public U.S. universities that have programs for learning disabled students. Noted are campus size,enrollment, cost of tuition, LD services, aid.
Mar 24, 2008 - Candy Carlile
Scholarships for Learning Disabled
A listing of nine scholarships available to students in the United States with learning disabilities. Each listing provides a brief overview and contact information.
Mar 24, 2008 - Candy Carlile
Texas Monthly College Guide
A review of the 2008 Edition of the Texas College Guide, providing tuition, campus life, top 65 school profiles, fast facts, and the latest in cool college dorm products.
Feb 8, 2008 - Candy Carlile
Freelance Writing: Nature Articles
Tips for writing nature or wildlife articles for magazine submission, plus freelance online writer resources.
Feb 7, 2008 - Candy Carlile
Writing Paragraphs, Art & Science
How to combine writing and hands-on art into any primary science lesson. You'll find framed paragraphs, ocean art, teaching questions, and other science resources.
Jan 29, 2008 - Candy Carlile
Teach Science Using Bible Crafts
Creative ways of using Bible crafts to teach science content to primary level children. Favorite science topics, discussion questions, and step by step directions given.
Jan 28, 2008 - Candy Carlile
Teach Children to Love Writing
There's much more to writing than teaching children basic skills. Parents can easily instill a love for the writing process which will enrich their child's entire life.
Jan 22, 2008 - Candy Carlile
Opossum - Oldest Mammal In Texas
Everything you ever wanted to know about the opossum~a remarkable animal that has shown itself to be tougher than giant dinosaurs or fierce sabre-toothed tigers.
Jan 18, 2008 - Candy Carlile
Teach Children to Write Stories
Ideas and strategies for creating a successful writing environment for beginner writers using word walls, word ladders, and the creation of a print filled environment.
Jan 15, 2008 - Candy Carlile
Fun Crafts for Toddler Play Dates
Including fun arts and crafts activities into scheduled play dates helps children learn social skills and practice developmental skills as well.
Jan 15, 2008 - Candy Carlile
Teaching Bible Verses Using Crafts
Glue, scissors and crayons for Bible study? Yes! Learning scripture verses has never been more fun for children than when they become crafters.
Jan 14, 2008 - Candy Carlile
A Digital Camera in Science Class
Wondering how to put that new digital camera to use in the classroom? This article will provide ideas for science lesson plans and some basic information to consider.
Dec 31, 2007 - Candy Carlile
Homework for Single Parents
Quick, fun things for busy parents to do at home to help teach and reinforce the reading skills of children. Small things can make a big difference!
Nov 21, 2007 - Candy Carlile
Vision Problems in the Classroom
The Vision Council shows 1 in 4 children have undetected vision problems. Teacher awareness and simple classroom observation can help identify these children.
Nov 19, 2007 - Candy Carlile
Texas Rattlesnake: Lore and Legend
A look at the Texas lore and legend of the Diamondback Rattlesnake, then go on a virtual Texas rattlesnake hunt and experience the creature up close and personal.
Sep 16, 2007 - Candy Carlile
Teach Primary Science Using Art
Take advantage of children's love for art and science by combining the two in your life science lessons. Science art is an effective way to apply newly learned skills.
Sep 15, 2007 - Candy Carlile
Teaching Basic Math to Young Kids
Early childhood activities using ducks during bath time to teach readiness math skills dealing with numbers, geometry, measurement, patterns, and simple probability.
Sep 11, 2007 - Candy Carlile
Do You Really Want to Teach?
Loving children and having a desire to serve are simply not enough to ensure teacher success in today's education system. Look closer before leaping into the classroom.
Sep 6, 2007 - Candy Carlile
Teaching Writing with Harry Potter
Learn the ingredients of motivating reluctant middle school writers through the use of Harry Potter literature in your classroom.
Sep 6, 2007 - Candy Carlile
Teaching Sentence Sense
Do you have students who can read words on cards, but cannot transfer that skill to reading the same words in sentences? Here are some creative activities to help.
Sep 5, 2007 - Candy Carlile
Destress with Classroom Fung Shui
Simple ways to generate Chi, or positive energy, in the classroom in order to create a more balanced and productive teaching environment for both students and teachers.
Sep 4, 2007 - Candy Carlile
Teach Science, Literature and Art
Children love read aloud literature, art activities, and learning about animals. Bringing all three into the science class is sure to be a winning strategy for teachers.
Sep 2, 2007 - Candy Carlile