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Alexis Rodrigo
March 14, 2010
- in Have Fun by Alexis Rodrigo
Green and Fun Family Outings in Spring
It is tempting to think that entertainment for children involves spending money or wasteful consumption, but there are wonderful things you can do as a family that are both green and fun. Spending time as a family and getting outdoors are both healthy activities, emotionally and physically. This spring, turn off the TV and computer, […]
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March 13, 2010
- in Homeschool , Parenting by Alexis Rodrigo
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Ways to Raise a Good Reader
Reading for children is an important part of their development. By developing their reading skills, your child will become better at spelling, understanding ideas and concepts and develop positive language skills early on. Reading is also a lot of fun and a great bonding activity for parents and children. But how do you raise a […]
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March 12, 2010
- in Green Home by Alexis Rodrigo
How To Cut Down on Electricity in Your Home
If you are concerned about the environment or just want to save money (or both!), you are probably looking for ways to reduce your electricity use. Here are 20 suggestions and tips for getting those utility bills down and shrinking your carbon footprint:
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March 11, 2010
- in Green Home by Alexis Rodrigo
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The Natural Beauty of Living Roofs
The idea of using living materials for a roof is not a new one. Applying it to modern buildings, however, is relatively new. How is the ancient art of a living roof compatible with modern building methods? And why would anyone choose a living roof for his or her home? photo credit: Ryan Somma The […]
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March 10, 2010
Whole Grains versus Refined Grains
It seems like “whole grain” is the buzz-phrase these days, with everything from cookies to pasta making healthful claims based on their inclusion of whole grains. What makes a grain “whole?” And is it really that different from refined grain? The answer to the latter question is most definitely yes.
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