Be Self Taught

Here are some easy activities to keep kids motivated while learning scripture. They will also learn more easily.

It's easy to find the definition of a word: Just look in the dictionary. But what if you have the definition but can't think of the word? Everyone has had one of those times when a word is on the...

A torque wrench is a specialized style of wrench with a built-in dial used to tighten a large bolt to a specific number of foot-pounds of pressure against its mating surface. The wrench is...

To and too are often used wrong in writing, but when you realize thier meaning you will never misuse them again. It can make or break your writing when your grammar in used inappropriately. Read...

German and English are sister languages. While they share many similarities, they also have their differences. Although some German letters are pronounced similarly to their English counterparts,...

Learning is associated with memory. Learning by rote or forced memorization is one of the older methods of teaching. As new analytical imagery such as MRI scanning becomes available, scientists...

Punjabi is a language spoken in a small area of India around the Pakistani border and in areas within Pakistan. Punjabi is slightly different from most Indian languages because it is tonal, which...

When we decide to open and use Microsoft Word on our computers the document is not saved until you manually save it.How many times have you saved a document,forgot its name or where you saved...

The Japanese language can be difficult for English speakers to learn. Aside from the challenge of learning new vocabulary words, you have to contend with a different system of writing and a very...

The word unleavened is an adjective used to describe some baked items. When bread or dessert items are baked without yeast, baking soda or baking powder, they are unleavened. These baked items are...

In a few of my articles I will explain a few words that are a part of the English Language but are often over looked. These terms can be used to broaden your vocabulary and hopefully make you feel...

This article includes idea exercises on how to read with more understanding and memory. Reading comprehension means how well a person understands and remembers what has been read.

Hebrew, in its modern form, is spoken by over seven million people in Israel. Classical or Biblical Hebrew is used by millions in prayers or study in Jewish communities all over the world....

Have you ever been deep into a conversation and out of the blue someone says a word that you don't understand the meaning of? You either have to sit quietly hoping he or she will say another...

Need to standardize the top and bottom of your document in Microsoft Word? Perhaps with a company name and logo, date, and/or page number? Easy directions are below.

One of the easiest ways to appear erudite and improve your reading level and comprehension is to increase your vocabulary. While there are a number of materials on the market that will help you to...

It's free, it's fun, it's easy to get to ... and it can help you learn the English language. All you need to do is go to BBC WordMaster and start playing. It will help you to better your...

Being old-school, I believe there is always room for improvement. In the study of important truth, it is often forgotten that the one studying is no more alive than the source material being studied.

Before writing a PowerPoint presentation, plan what you are going to include. Because the program makes use of a variety of audio and visual presentations, it is vital to know where you are going...

German is an excellent choice for a second language, as it is spoken by more than 100 million native speakers worldwide. And although learning any foreign language requires patience, determination...

In order to be easily understood in another language, make your vowel sounds clear and precise. The French word for coat of arms, "blason," sounds like "blahs sohn" if spelled out phonetically,...

Three of my friends and I were talking about our goals for the year and I said "I have always wanted to learn Spanish. I had taken two semesters in high school; but don't remember much of...

The beauty of the French language is often difficult for English-speakers to grasp. French uses sounds that do not exist in English, so an English speaker must practice French pronunciation...

The Word of the Day, accessible through online dictionaries like Merriam-Webster or Dictionary.com, (see resources below) is a great way to build your vocabulary, help with writers’ block, jog...

Have you ever wanted to know what others were saying around or about you? They weren't whispering, but were speaking clearly, yet you were still unable to understand. Well, my suggestion is that...

Have you been in a social situation recently and said a word out of context? Have you had the embarrassment of snotty people correcting your misplaced vocabulary while you were in the middle of a...

Have you ever been talking to someone and lost your next word? Your sentence comes to a dead stop while you scramble to find it. You scan through this huge rolodex in your brain but the cards are...

Learning how to read and write in any language can be difficult, but with flash cards, it can be much easier. Using flash cards is a great way to learn how to read and write in Pahawh, and if you...

Language and communication are fundamentals to our education, and to our everyday life. Chances are, you read a lot (more than you think you do) every day. You probably encounter words you don't...

Ludwig Wittgenstein said, "The limits of my language are the limits of my mind. All I know is what I have words for." Improve your vocabulary and become more intelligent.

While very complex in grammar and sentence structure, basic vocabulary in Japanese is easy to pick up. Certain words can get you into trouble, but one word will not—the word that means...

Love is a beautiful word in any language. Show your love to others by telling them you love them and remember that you cannot use this word too frequently. Love does not always have to refer to...

Anyone can boost their word power. Soon you, too, can deem yourself a wordsmith.

This is my last article on Pronunciation of Consonants.

In this article you will know about the pronunciation of Alphabets 'R' and 'S'. Some of the words will be spoken by an American Adult Female. Alphabet 'S' is an important Alphabet as it has four...

When compound words appear in written form with no space between the two individual words or with a hyphen between the two words; it is easy to tell they are compounds, but have you ever wondered...

Wouldn't it be nice to seem more knowledgeable about any given topic? With a little practice and these five simple rules, you'll gain the wisdom to socially navigate through a room full of...

Most of us hear the phrase "Fruedian slip" routinely by now as it has penetrated all aspects of Western culture from the highbrow to the sitcom. Without pretending a rigorous scholarly inquiry...

Would you like to be able to express your thoughts more accurately? What if your words could paint a picture in the minds of the hearers? Building the quality of your vocabulary can help you...

Flash cards are one of the most popular and effective ways to learn foreign language vocabulary, but there's more you can do with them than just flip through the stack. Here's how you can make...

We are all given a general education. Some individuals go on to college, and some do not. If you want to enhance your verbal intelligence, it is very easy to do and can help you in the world of...