The First Library in Space program, from the Durham, NC library, is set to launch a helium balloon powered capsule into near space to celebrate the midpoint of their summer reading program. As the balloon achieves higher altitudes, the natural changes in pressure will pop the balloon, sending the gps tagged capsule parachuting back to … [Read more…]
It is becoming increasingly difficult for families to spend time together. Both parents are working full time jobs, kids are going to school, and weekends are full of trips and relaxation. Getting a family to communicate better is a difficult task for most Americans. How exactly do you pull kids away from their video games … [Read more…]
Reading is important for any child to get a good grasp of the English language, and also to do well in academics and flourish in the English speaking society of the United States. But it is also important for adults to read. It keeps the mind refreshed and thinking, and makes sure that you remember … [Read more…]
Reading is fundamental for every aspect of your children’s lives, yet they may not find it as useful as you do as an entertainment resource. If they struggle with reading, or if they simply would rather play video games than pick up a book, it may be time for you to take proactive action and … [Read more…]
When you are considering adding ADT security services to your home should know that of all the homes that have been burglarized 56 percent of the burglars have been white and 31 percent have been Hispanic. By purchasing a wireless home alarm home owners can make sure that their homes are well protected. Taking care … [Read more…]
You do not have to be old anymore to buy an adjustable bed. When adjustable beds first came out, the elderly were the main target audience. Today, people have a wide range of options to choose from while they are shopping for beds online, or offline. If you are currently looking for an adjustable bed, … [Read more…]
Over one third of Americans, 38 percent, say that they attend religious services once a week. A larger percentage of the population of the southern states attend religious services than those in the north. In 2011, it was reported that eight out of the ten most religious U.S. states are in the South. The state … [Read more…]
The tradition of showering a married couple with rice has several equivalents in other cultures around the world. French people throw wheat, while Sicilians throw bread and salt and English people toss cake at the bride and groom. There are several other customs, including the old Irish tradition of taking a hen that will soon … [Read more…]
A sound security system ensures that all the entry points to your home are secured, such as doors, interior space with valuables and windows. The security of a home is monitored by the control panel that takes immediate action in breach of security measures. The systems are fitted with burglar alarms that notify homeowners and … [Read more…]
It is a sad truth that millions of people around the world are illiterate, and millions more cannot read above a fifth grade reading level. (This fact explains why most major newspapers are written at a sixth or seventh grade reading level. If the newspapers used vocabulary which was too complex or employed sentence structures … [Read more…]
