What Are Some Reasons To Use A Romance Novel Tutoring Library?

What Are Some Reasons To Use A Romance Novel Tutoring Library?With so many romance novels available today it's not surprising that more people are looking for an alternative way to teach their children to love the books. The reasons vary, but one common motivation is to be able to enjoy the reading experience again.The entire purpose of a story is to develop the reader's imagination and encourage him to see himself in the hero. Children who find themselves immersed in the hero's tale can feel free to grow up into confident adults who have their own story to tell. In fact, the love of a book makes the book a mentor to the child.Some children simply do not have the patience to follow along, or they do not have the innate ability to do it on their own. For these children, the help of a romance novel tutor can be invaluable. Tutors in this field help children discover their own creative potentials while helping them grow to become independent readers.It is a fact that these tutors can be hired by any number of publishers to help their own book remain profitable. With so many books available, it only makes sense that the best work can be found by a tutor. Such book tutors have special skills that make them excellent help to children who are seeking to learn how to enjoy the reading experience.In order to truly help a child in developing his own story, it is essential that the tutor knows exactly what is required in order to facilitate this goal. This means that the tutor must be well-versed in a variety of styles such as realistic, suspense, and even humorous.The tutor must be aware of the reader's private life and personality. This allows him to place his own personal stamp on the narrative. The tutor should also know which books are suitable for children, and which ones are suitable for adults.A romance novel tutor helps children in being creative and enjoying the reading experience of a wonderful book. A wonderful writing career awaits those who use their talents to the fullest.

How to Sing Jazz Like a Pro in Five Steps

How to Sing Jazz Like a Pro in Five Steps Sign up successful 2. Remember to Breathe If a singer were a car, breath would be gasoline. The better you get at breathing like a singer, the longer you will be able to sing without taking a breath. To breathe like a singer, stand up straight but not stiff. Place your hands on your ribcage (above your waist) so that your four fingers are on the front of your ribcage and your thumbs are on the back. Take in a slow breath, trying to feel your ribcage expanding outward in every direction. This is how you should breathe when you sing. 3. Speak Easy Much of jazz singing occurs on the same pitches we use when we speak. Thinking of singing as projected singing makes it much easier. Using your “singer breath,” practice projecting words and phrases from a song as normal speech. Now, add the notes back in, maintaining the speech-like quality. Use a mirror to make sure your body and face stay relaxed as you sing. 4. Lift That Palate The soft palate is the squishy muscle right behind your hard palate in your mouth. This muscle moves up and down to seal your nasal tract off from the rest of your mouth and throat. Singers use the soft palate to keep air from escaping from the nose during singing, since singing out of the nose produces a nasal sound quality. To lift your soft palate, pretend you smell something awful but have shopping bags in both of your hands. Practice “plugging” your nose this way without actually touching it. Test whether your soft palate is up by singing a note, raising the palate, and plugging and unplugging your nose with your fingers. If the sound quality changes, your soft palate isn’t all the way up. 5. Exercise Your Weaknesses As you practice jazz songs, you might notice that some parts are harder than others. Study the parts that are hardest. Why are they hard? Are there fast-moving notes? Is there a large leap? Try practicing these parts slowly, taking the words out and using a single vowel (such as ‘E’ or ‘Ah’). Find vocal exercises that address that particular issue, and work them into your warm-up routine. All That Jazz With the right songs and some practice, you can quickly learn how to sing jazz well. Use your new skills to blow people’s minds at open mic night, or just to have fun while you sing along to Ella Fitzgerald in the car. No matter where you take your jazzy abilities, remember the number one rule for singing: have fun! Elaina R. teaches opera voice and singing in Ann Arbor, MI, as well as through online lessons. She is currently  working on a Master of Music at the University of Michigan, and she has a B.M. from the University of Southern California. Learn more about Elaina here!   Interested in Private Lessons? Search thousands of teachers for local and live, online lessons. Sign up for convenient, affordable private lessons today! Search for Your Teacher Photo  by  ataelw

HEART is Semifinalist for Jimmie Johnson Foundations Blue Bunny Helmet of Hope Grant - Heart Math Tutoring

HEART is Semifinalist for Jimmie Johnson Foundations Blue Bunny Helmet of Hope Grant - Heart Math Tutoring HEART is Semifinalist for Jimmie Johnson Foundations Blue Bunny Helmet of Hope Grant HEART is Semifinalist for Jimmie Johnson Foundations Blue Bunny Helmet of Hope Grant April 17, 2014 4-17-14 BBHOH SEMIFINALIST Release Charlotte, NC (April 17, 2014) The Jimmie Johnson Foundation announced today that HEART Tutoring is one of the 10 semi-finalists eligible for a $25,000 grant. In all, five grants are available through the Blue Bunny Helmet of Hope program. A public vote will take place April 17 through 24 to determine the five grant winners. HEART Tutoring needs its supporters to go to www.helmetofhope.org  to show their support by voting. The Blue Bunny Helmet of Hope program, which began in 2008, allows fans and consumers across the country to nominate not-for-profit (501c3) organizations that support K-12 public education. HEART Tutoring is a math intervention program that provides curriculum and on-site support for volunteer tutors in Title I (high poverty) elementary schools, enabling community members to bring struggling students up to grade level without creating additional work for school staff. More than 120 community members are currently dedicating one hour per week to help struggling students catch up to grade level in math in Charlotte. “Each student assigned with a tutor develops a keen sense of confidence and academic pride as a result of the intensive, targeted and individualized instruction provided by the tutors,” says Regina J. Boyd, Principal at Winterfield Elementary School. HEART currently serves more than 100 students across Winterfield Elementary and Billingsville Leadership Academy and seeks to serve students at Montclaire Elementary and Highland Renaissance Academy, as well, in 2014/15. See more at www.hearttutoring.org. “Providing support for K-12 public education is something that has been important to (Wife) Chandra and I since we started our foundation,” Johnson said. “We are really proud of the work we have been able to do through our relationship with Blue Bunny and the Wells Family (makers of Blue Bunny Ice Cream). Our team had a tough, tough job narrowing the field of nominations to 10 semi-finalists. Now is the fun part â€" watching to see how each group mobilizes their efforts to get out the vote.” In addition to a $25,000 grant, program grantees will receive a Blue Bunny ice cream party and special recognition on Johnson’s race helmet during the Sprint Cup Series race July 27 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. To date, the Blue Bunny Helmet of Hope program has contributed more than $560,000 to 71 different charities. For additional information and to vote for HEART Tutoring, visit www.helmetofhope.org. About the Jimmie Johnson Foundation Chandra and Jimmie Johnson launched the Jimmie Johnson Foundation in February 2006. Johnson, the six-time NASCAR Sprint Cup champion, drives the No. 48 Lowe’s Chevrolet SS in NASCAR’s top series. The mission of the foundation is to assist children, families, and communities in need throughout the United States. The foundation has committed more than $6.7 million to various charities. The Foundation currently focuses on K-12 public education. For additional information on the Jimmie Johnson Foundation, please visit www.JimmieJohnsonFoundation.org. About Blue Bunny Wells Enterprises, Inc., maker of Blue Bunny ice cream, is the largest privately held, family-owned ice cream and frozen treat manufacturer in the United States. The company was founded in 1913 and is headquartered in Le Mars, Iowa, the Ice Cream Capital of the World. Wells produces more than 1,100 ice cream and frozen novelty products, including its signature brand, Blue Bunny ®, super premium brand, 2nd St. Creameryâ„¢, and the iconic Bomb Pop ®. Wells also manufactures licensed frozen treat brands including Yoplait ® frozen yogurt and Weight Watchers ® frozen novelties. Visit bluebunny.com. Contact: Emily Elliott, HEART Tutoring 704.931.3209 elottrn Amanda Prothero, Jimmie Johnson Foundation 704.308.7439 aci Penny Copen, True Speed Communication 704.875.3388 x 810 pnescniom Liz Croston, Blue Bunny 712.548.5522 eob

College Supports for Students with ADHD

College Supports for Students with ADHD If you are sending your teen off to college this August, now it the time to make sure that the proper ADHD supports will be in place when they arrive. Even though your teen is about to gain a great deal of independence, they will likely need help and encouragement to get their ADHD supports in place before college begins. Research campus services with your teen, and help them send emails and make phone calls if they need to schedule appointments. Aim to create a solid plan that covers each of these areas: Academic Accommodations: Think about the academic supports that your teen has accessed during high school. Did they have a 504 Plan, an individualized education plan (IEP), or an informal plan that allowed them to have things like extended time on tests or the ability to take exams in a separate room with no distractions? These accommodations and others are available to college students with ADHD who need them. In order to qualify, colleges require documented evidence of an ADHD diagnosis. At most schools, this means recent results from an evaluation that includes cognitive and achievement testing, as well as an assessment of ADHD symptoms and impairments. Often a signed letter from a pediatrician or psychiatrist is not sufficient. Contact the colleges learning support center to find out about their requirements. Also find out about other academic supports on campus, like tutoring services and writing centers. Encourage your teen to sign up for services when school starts rather tha n waiting until they are struggling. Its all about preventing academic problems before they happen. Medication management: If your teen takes medication to manage their ADHD, find out if the psychiatrists on-campus provide ADHD medication management services. Some colleges and universities require students to see doctors and psychiatrists off campus to have their ADHD medication prescriptions filled. Others require a diagnosis from an off-campus physician before they will begin prescribing medications. The campus medical center will be able to answer questions about the services provided on-campus, and will give referrals for off-campus providers if one is needed. Social Success. All college students, and especially those with ADHD, have more success socially when they join clubs and participate in extracurricular activities. Have casual conversations with your teen about the activities theyd like to participate in on campus. Encourage them to learn about the clubs and sports available at their school. Just dont take over and do the research for them unless they ask for your help (and even then, do the online research together)! Theyll be more likely to join if they feel like participating was their own idea and not something their mom or dad told them to do. Talk about Alcohol. My own research and that of my colleagues has shown that college students with ADHD are more likely to experience problems with alcohol on campus than students without ADHD. Even if students with ADHD drink the same amount of alcohol as their peers without ADHD, they are likely to experience greater negative consequences. Plus, if school is already difficult to manage with ADHD, adding alcohol to the mix is only going to make it harder. Make sure your teen knows the risks, and that their risks are greater because of their ADHD. If your teen isnt going to be receptive to this information coming from you, have them talk with another trusted family member who they look up to, or an older friend, or a therapist or teacher who they respect. Counseling services. If you think your child may have difficulty with the transition to college, help them preemptively schedule a few sessions at the schools counseling center. Counseling center therapists are experts when it comes to the college transition. If your child needs ongoing support, theyll be able to provide referrals to off-campus providers who specialize in ADHD. With proactive supports in place, your child can begin their college career on the right foot and help ensure four years of success. ABOUT DR. MARY ROONEY Mary Rooney, Ph.D., is a licensed clinical psychologist in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of California San Francisco. Dr Rooney is a researcher and clinician specializing in the evaluation and treatment of ADHD and co-occurring behavioral, anxiety, and mood disorders. A strong advocate for those with attention and behavior problems, Dr. Rooney is committed to developing and providing comprehensive, cutting edge treatments tailored to meet the unique needs of each child and adolescent. Dr. Rooney's clinical interventions and research avenues emphasize working closely with parents and teachers to create supportive, structured home and school environments that enable children and adolescents to reach their full potential. In addition, Dr. Rooney serves as a consultant and ADHD expert to Huntington Learning Centers. ABOUT HUNTINGTON Huntington Learning Center is the tutoring and test prep leader. Its certified tutors provide individualized instruction in reading, phonics, writing, study skills, elementary and middle school math, Algebra through Calculus, Chemistry, and other sciences. It preps for the SAT and ACT, as well as state and standardized exams. Huntington programs develop the skills, confidence, and motivation to help students of all levels succeed and meet the needs of Common Core State Standards. Founded in 1977, Huntington's mission is to give every student the best education possible. Call us today at 1.800.CAN LEARN to discuss how Huntington can help your child. For franchise opportunities please visit www.huntingtonfranchise.com. This website does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The material on this site is provided for educational purposes only.

Uloop Morning Scoop Race Against Time in Mexico, Georgia Tech in Turmoil as Washington St. Gives Back

Uloop Morning Scoop Race Against Time in Mexico, Georgia Tech in Turmoil as Washington St. Gives Back Frantic rescue efforts are underway in Mexico City (Image: YouTube screenshot/BBC) In Mexico City, where a 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck late Tuesday, rescuers and volunteers searched the rubble of buildings for survivors, with time to find those alive running out. The search is most intense around a collapsed school.   The priority now is continue rescuing those who are still trapped and provide medical attention to the injured, President Enrique Peña Nieto told CNN, calling  Tuesdays quake  the second to shake Mexico in 12 days  a new national emergency. The death toll has surpassed 250 in Mexico. Some experts are wondering if the latest earthquake should put California on alert. Enter your email below to get the Morning Mix as a daily email: Please enter Email LAST DITCH EFFORT TO REPEAL OBAMACARE A meeting at the White House in March, when initial efforts to repeal Obamacare got underway (Image: Wikimedia Commons) Four GOP senators have proposed a new healthcare act to overhaul Obamacare, their last chance before their deadline for voting passes on Sept. 30. Backed by Republican Sens. Lindsey Graham of South Carolina, Bill Cassidy of Louisiana, Dean Heller of Nevada and Ron Johnson of Wisconsin, the Graham-Cassidy-Heller-Johnson measure would stop Obamacare’s mandate to buy insurance, give more power to states and alter health care program Medicaid. However, PBS reports that this measure stands out from its predecessors for, “…its much more aggressive proposal to shift funding to states. It would move a trillion dollars in federal health care spending directly to states, in a formula the senators say would be based on the state’s percentage of lower-income people and (to a lesser degree) older and sicker residents.” GEORGIA TECH CAMPUS STILL UNSETTLED IN WAKE OF SHOOTING, WASHINGTON ST. GIVES BACK TO THE COMMUNITY Screenshot from a video that shows the moments before the shooting of a Georgia Tech student (Image: YouTube/Inside Edition) In the wake of a campus police officer shooting a student on Saturday and protests that followed, the campus of Georgia Tech is still shaken and unsettled, according to Inside Higher Education. Scout Schultz, a 21-year-old student with a history of mental-health issues, died Sunday after being shot in the heart, family members said. Schultz was the president of the student group representing lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer students and preferred the pronouns “they” and “them,” having identified as nonbinary and intersex, reports IHE. Many, including Schultzs family, have questioned the training given to the officer and why campus officers arent armed with tasers. In some more upbeat campus news, Washington State is offering free tickets to this weekends football game to any members of the community in the wake of a shooting at local Freeman High School last week, per a report from Yardbarker. “Washington State University has invited all friends and family of the Freeman community to the Cougar football game on September 24,”  a local CBS News affiliate reported on Wednesday. “All you need to get into the game for free is your driver’s license, student ID, staff ID or any other form of identification that will identify you as a community member.” One person was killed in the shooting perpetrated by 15-year-old Caleb Sharpe.  He’s facing first-degree murder charges. AND FINALLY, 7 THINGS YOU SHOULD BRING TO YOUR NEXT COLLEGE SPORTING EVENT Big or small, college sports are in full swing this fall. (Image: ULoop ) Its really starting to feel like fall, as pumpkin spice is showing up everywhere, leaves are turning and of course, college sports are in full swing. Julia Dunn, a senior Uloop writer from UC Santa Cruz, has spent some time thinking about what you need to get the most out of your college sports experience. Heres here handy list of 7 items every student should bring to their next college sporting event.   Congrats, you are now ready to go face Thursday. Have a great one. And remember, you can use Uloop to find a part time job on your campus, connect with a tutor  or get a head start on housing for next year.   And dont forget, if youre into that email thing: Enter your email below to get the Morning Mix as a daily email: Please enter Email

Meet Joshua, a Kumon Reading Program Completer who Beat the Odds

Meet Joshua, a Kumon Reading Program Completer who Beat the Odds Meet Joshua, a Kumon Reading Program Completer who Beat the Odds Diagnosed with absence seizures at a young age, Joshua struggles to retain information. His mom (and Kumon Instructor) Jena found that the structure of the Kumon Program worked perfectly for him, helping to reinforce concepts. The inspirational student completed the Kumon Reading Program at the age of 7 and at age 13 is nearing completion of the math program. He hopes to become an engineer or a doctor so he can help others, and knows that his years of doing Kumon will help him achieve his dream! You might also be interested in: Meet Marco, a Program Completer, Who Inspired Other Family Members to Reach their Highest Potential with Kumon Meet Jessica, a Kumon Reading Program Completer Who Has a Way With Words Meet Arianne, A Reading Program Completer Who Gained Confidence in her English Abilities through Kumon Meet Elina, a Dual Program Completer Who Has Developed Independence in Kumon Meet Joshua, a Kumon Reading Program Completer who Beat the Odds Meet Joshua, a Kumon Reading Program Completer who Beat the Odds Diagnosed with absence seizures at a young age, Joshua struggles to retain information. His mom (and Kumon Instructor) Jena found that the structure of the Kumon Program worked perfectly for him, helping to reinforce concepts. The inspirational student completed the Kumon Reading Program at the age of 7 and at age 13 is nearing completion of the math program. He hopes to become an engineer or a doctor so he can help others, and knows that his years of doing Kumon will help him achieve his dream! You might also be interested in: Meet Marco, a Program Completer, Who Inspired Other Family Members to Reach their Highest Potential with Kumon Meet Jessica, a Kumon Reading Program Completer Who Has a Way With Words Meet Arianne, A Reading Program Completer Who Gained Confidence in her English Abilities through Kumon Meet Elina, a Dual Program Completer Who Has Developed Independence in Kumon

6 Struggles All Retail Workers Can Relate To

6 Struggles All Retail Workers Can Relate To via Pexels.com 1. “Just Because It Doesn’t Have a Tag, Doesn’t Mean It’s Free”: I think that just about every retail worker in the world has uttered this phrase to some customer with a wild (and ignorant) sense of humor. Sure, they may just be joking around but after hearing that phrase over and over again while working, you reach a breaking point. Try someone else next time, Susan! Already heard that one! 2. “The Price on the Tag is the Real Price”: For some reason in the world of retail, some customers seem to be under the impression that there is a secret price behind the actual price tag on an item. Though there are times where items are incorrectly priced, 99% of the time, the price on the tag is the final price, no ifs, ands or butts. Just think about it from this angle: it’s literally my job to put prices on things, I think I got the hang of it. 3. “No I Can’t Give You a Discount for X,Y,Z”: Customers are always looking for a good deal, and I don’t blame them because I am the same way when I shop. One thing I don’t do, however, is berate the retail worker with discount questions when clearly there is no sign of me getting a discount. Sure, there are some places that have discounts for seniors, veterans and students, or special promotions on discount days, but these discounts are clearly labeled with signs. If there is no reason to believe there is a discount, there isn’t one, please stop asking! 4. “Yes, I Work Here!”: Though a very simple phrase, this is perhaps one of the most bothersome questions for someone who works in retail. I have a nametag, a lanyard and abide by my company’s work uniform, yes I do work here, I promise I’m not just dressing up! That only happens on Halloween if we’re lucky and I guarantee you I will NOT be wearing my work outfit on Halloween. Ever. 5. “Yeah, I Can Check the Back!”: A customer usually does not have bad intentions when they ask if an item absent on the floor might be in stock in the back. It’s a reasonable question, however, the harsh reality is I already know what the back looks like before you even ask. The even harsher reality is knowing there’s literally nothing in the back and still going back to check anyway because I want to delay telling you we don’t have that item and perhaps have two seconds of silence for the day. I’m sorry, we’re out of stock, but we can order it online to the store for you! 6. “Sure, I’ll Get my Manager”: There’s always that one customer that tried to return a used pair of pants, stained with no tag/no receipt that insists on the store policy of giving them their money back. Upon explaining the details of the policy to the customer, they insist they know better than me and want to talk to someone who actually knows what they are doing. Sure, I’ll bring you my manager, just so I can see you get roasted with the same exact information I gave you in the first place, no problem! Be sure to keep in mind when you say this, to have a big smile on your face for dramatic effect. Working in retail definitely has its struggles, but the great thing about it is that your co-workers all share the same struggle and you are all in this together (*cue High School Musical*); am I the only one who thinks that when I hear that phrase? Yeah? Ok.