Everything on Writing a Persuasive Essay
persuasion: noun 1. urging, influencing, conversion, inducement; noun 2. belief, views, opinion,
How to Write a Persuasive Essay – Pre-Writing
Pre-Writing: How to Plan Your Persuasive Essay
Create a Persuasion Map – Interactive
How to Write a Thesis Statement
Writing a Persuasive Essay
Persuasive Essay – simple with graphic organizers
Writing Persuasive/Argumentative Essays
How to Write a Persuasive Essay
How to Write a Persuasive Essay
How to Write a 5-Paragraph Essay
Write Your Outline
Everything Algebra 2, part 2
Algebra 2
The end of the school year is only a few weeks away…that means final exams. As I prepared the second semester final exam study guide, I thought it would be a great resource to include YouTube.com Algebra video links for my high school students to access for extra Algebra 2 study help. I couldn’t think of a better place to publish them…so here they are! Good luck on your Algebra 2 exam! Remember, your teacher wants you to ask questions and come in for extra help!
To other students…you can use this site for Algebra test help throughout the year. (YouTube videos will be added for the first semester as soon as I can get to it.)
The following sections are aligned with McDougal Little Algebra 2 text:
6.1 Using Properties of Exponents
6.2 Synthetic Substitution and Graphing Polynomials
6.3 Adding, Subtracting, and Multiplying Polynomials, part 1
6.3 Adding, Subtracting, and Multiplying Polynomials, part 2
6.3 Adding, Subtracting, and Multiplying Polynomials, part 3
6.4 Factoring and Solving Polynomial Equations, part 1
6.4 Factoring and Solving Polynomial Equations, part 2
6.5 Remainder and Factor Theorems, part 1
6.5 Remainder and Factor Theorems, part 2
6.6 Finding Rational Zeros, part 1
6.6 Finding Rational Zeros, part 2
6.7 Using the Fundamental Theorem of Algebra, part 1
6.7 Using the Fundamental Theorem of Algebra, part 2
6.7 Using the Fundamental Theorem of Algebra, part 3
6.8 Analyzing Graphs of Polynomial Functions, part 1
6.8 Analyzing Graphs of Polynomial Functions, part 2
7.1 nth Roots and Rational Exponents, part 1
7.1 nth Roots and Rational Exponents, part 2
7.2 Properties of Rational Exponents, part 1
7.2 Properties of Rational Exponents, part 2
7.2 Properties of Rational Exponents, part 3
7.2 Properties of Rational Exponents, part 4
7.3 Power Functions and Function Operations, part 1
7.3 Power Functions and Function Operations, part 2
7.6 Solving Radical Equations, part 1
7.6 Solving Radical Equations, part 2
9.1 Direct and Inverse Variation
9.2 Graphing Simple Rational Functions (Asymptotes), part 1
9.2 and 9.3 Graphing Simple Rational Functions (Asymptotes), part 2
9.4 Multiplying and Dividing Rational Expressions
Simplifying Rational Expressions
9.5 Addition, Subtraction, and Complex Fractions
9.6 Solving Rational Equations
Everything Solar System for Kids
My granddaughter, Kaitlin, is in the 2nd grade. She has been learning about the Solar System. Last week while she was visiting, Kaitlin and I put together this Solar System list of resources to help her study for her test on the Solar System. Since I am a teacher, I just had to include some Solar System teacher resources, too. We hope this helps you with your lessons on the Solar System and you get an A+ (100%), just like Kaitlin did!
Solar System for Younger Kids:
- KidsAstronomy.com: Solar System
- List of Outer Planets and Dwarf Planets
- Hands-On Crafts for Kids: The Real Solar System
- Space Quiz (written by 2nd Graders)
- Solar System (2nd Grade Class – last updated 1999)
- Planets of Our Solar System for Kids
- Solar System Exploration for Kids
- The
NineEight Planets for Kids - Kids and Space
Solar System for Older Kids:
- NASA’s Imagine the Universe for ages 14 and up
- Solar System Simulator – pick a date to view the solar system
- Solar System Exploration
- Science Fair Projects – The Solar System
- Our Solar System
- Make a Scale Model of the Solar System
- Science Monster
- Your Travel Guide to the Solar System
- Virtual Astronaut
Solar System Themed Games
- Space Racer 2014
- NASA Space Place
- Mars Exploration: Fun Zone!
- Space Memory Game
- Planetary Rescue Squad
Solar System for Teacher’s Resources:
- Google Sky
- Cool Solar System CD to Learn About the Planets from Rock N Learn
- Discovery Education: Solar System Curriculum Center
- NASA: Students K-4; 5-8
- Wonders of Space
- 513 Solar System Projects
- NASA Space Place Projects
- Kids Science News Network
Solar System Videos
Celebrate National Nutrition Month – Berry Recipes
Did you know…created annually in March by the American Dietetic Association, National Nutrition Month is a nutrition education and information campaign that focuses on the importance of making informed food choices. And what better food choice is there other than delicious, colorful antioxidant-packed berries?
This March, Driscoll’s encourages you to make informed food choices by adding nutrient rich berries, such as blueberries, raspberries, blackberries and strawberries, to your daily diet.
The below breakfast, lunch and dinner recipes from Driscoll’s are sure to help you make the most out of March.
Breakfast:
Raspberry – Orange MuffinsPrep Time: 15 minutes |
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1 6 ounce package Driscoll’s Raspberries
1 ¾ cups all purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ cup sour cream
½ cup packed brown sugar
¼ cup canola oil
2-3 teaspoons grated orange zest (about 1 orange)
¼ cup orange juice
1 large egg
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
Line a muffin tin with 10 paper liners or coat with cooking spray.
Rinse and drain berries. Pat dry with paper towel.
Stir together flour, baking powder and baking soda in a small bowl.
Combine sour cream, brown sugar, oil, zest, juice and egg in a large bowl. Stir in flour until partially moistened. Add raspberries and stir in gently until evenly mixed. Do not over-stir.
Divide batter evenly between muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full.
Bake 20 minutes until golden brown and toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Cool in pan 5 minutes.
Serve warm or remove and place on wire rack to cool completely.
Lighten Up this recipe by replacing the sour cream with the equivalent amount of fat free sour cream or plain low fat yogurt.
Lunch:
Blackberry and Pear Asian SaladPrep time: 10 minutes |
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1 package (5-6 ounces) spring mix lettuces
1 package (6-ounce) Driscoll’s Blackberries, rinsed and drained
1 ripe pear, cored and cubed
3/4 cup sliced or cubed cucumber
2 green onions, thinly sliced
1/4 cup toasted sliced almonds
1/4 cup purchased Sesame Ginger Salad Dressing
Arrange lettuce, blackberries, pear, cucumber, green onion and almonds evenly on four salad plates.
Drizzle salads with dressing to taste.
Lighten Up the recipe by using reduced calorie salad dressing.
Dinner:
Turkey-Berry Spring RollsMakes: 6 Servings (24 Rolls) |
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Spring Rolls
12 rice-paper wrappers (8-inch round)
1 ½ pound sliced smoked turkey, cut into thin strips
2 cucumbers, peeled, seeded and cut into strips
2 green onions cut into strips
2 cups Driscoll’s Strawberries, hulled and chopped
1 ripe mango, peeled and cut into thin strips
1 cup fresh mint leaves
2/3 cup peanuts, chopped
Dipping Sauce
½ cup Driscoll’s Raspberries
¼ cup rice wine vinegar
¼ cup water
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon grated ginger
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper
Mash raspberries with a fork in a small bowl; stir in remaining ingredients.
To Assemble: Working with one sheet of rice paper at a time, dip sheet in bowl of hot water until softened, 20 to 25 seconds. Arrange one-twelfth of turkey horizontally in lower third of wrapper, leaving a 1-inch border on either end.
Top with one-twelfth of remaining ingredients; fold in ends and tightly roll up. Cover with damp paper towels. Repeat process. Cut rolls in half; arrange halves seam side down on serving plates. Serve with dipping sauce.
For more delicious, healthy berry recipes visit Driscoll’s.
Say I Love You Gift Pillowcases
Let your pillow talk be your pillow talk with these “Say I Love You” pillowcases. Whether you are together or a distance apart, these love pillowcases are perfect for reminding you both to say I love you each and every night and each and every day, not just on Valentine’s Day.
 Say I Love You Pillowcases |
Pillowcases (set of 2). No pillows included. Free gift message card. Color: White. Fits most standard and queen size pillows. Size: 30 x 20 inches (75 x 50 cm). Machine wash cold, inside out, with like colors, no bleach. Tumble dry low. Do not iron decoration. Cotton / polyester mix fabric.
BoldLoft’s signature series, Boy Meets Girl, featuring heartwarming images of perfect pairs, brings the complex joy of everyday love to life. Gifts for Valentine’s Day selections include couple pillowcases, body pillow cases, and his and hers coffee mugs. Boy Meets Girl gifts are perfect for occasions like wedding, anniversary, and Valentine’s Day.
Whether you are miles apart (Gifts for Long Distance Love) or living together, Boy Meets Girl gifts show that special someone how much you care about being a pair.