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How to Remember Who's Who in the Bush Family

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The Bush family is America's latest political dynasty, having produced a Senator, an Ambassador, a Congressman, two Governors, and two Presidents. Below are the major players in the family... more »

How to Remember Who's Who in the Huxley Family

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The Huxleys are a British family, prominent in science and literature... more »

How to Remember Who's Who in the Kennedy Family

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Known as “America's Royal Family,” the Kennedys started as poor Irish immigrants and worked their way to the heights of power and wealth, while tasting the depths of tragedy and scandal. But they are so prolific it's hard to tell them all apart. ... more »

How to Remember Who's Who in the Vanderbilt Family

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They were one of the wealthiest families in America. They influenced business, art, philanthropy, transportation, architecture, sport, fashion, music and journalism. But who were its major players?.. more »

How to Research Andrew Johnson

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Andrew Johnson was the 17th president of the United States. He vetoed more bills than any previous president. The Republican Senate favored a radical Reconstruction after the Civil War while Johnson favored a much milder Reconstruction. Follow ... more »

How to Research Benjamin Harrison

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Benjamin Harrison was the 23rd president of the United States and narrowly defeated President Grover Cleveland in 1888 because Cleveland failed to carry his home state. To learn how the nation embraced him after this close victory, follow these ... more »

How to Research Dwight D. Eisenhower

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Dwight D. Eisenhower was the 34th president of the United States and a career soldier who served in the Philippines, led the United States in World War II and was the supreme commander of NATO troops in Europe. As a student at West Point, he won ... more »

How to Research Franklin D. Roosevelt

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Franklin D. Roosevelt was the 32nd president of the United States and was president during World War II. Roosevelt died in office shortly before the war ended. He was the only US president to serve more than two terms. To learn more about FDR, ... more »

How to Research Grover Cleveland

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Grover Cleveland was the 22nd and 24th president of the United States, and the only president to serve non-consecutive terms. To learn more about him, follow these steps... more »

How to Research Harry S Truman

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Harry S Truman was the 33rd president of the United States and succeeded to the presidency when Franklin D. Roosevelt died in office. Truman was the man who ordered US troops to drop the atomic bomb on Japan, a controversial decision to this day. ... more »

How to Research James Buchanan

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James Buchanan was the 15th president of the United States and is not held in high esteem by historians today. To find out why, follow these steps... more »

How to Research Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia

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The Malaysian state of Negeri Sembilan (Malay for Nine States) is located in the Southwest corner of the Malay Peninsula. The capital city is Seremban which is about 40 miles from Kuala Lumpur. Although not a large tourist destination for ... more »

How to Research Rutherford B. Hayes

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Rutherford B. Hayes was the 19th president of the United States and was elected by one vote after he was awarded all of the disputed electoral votes in a scandalous election. Follow these steps to learn more about this controversial figure... more »

How to Research Warren G. Harding

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Warren G. Harding was the 29th president of the United States. He formally ended World War I and died after less than three years in office. Scandal and controversy tainted his administration. To learn more about him, follow these steps... more »

How to Research William McKinley

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William McKinley was the 25th president of the United States and the third president to be assassinated. To learn more about his life, times and death, follow these steps... more »

How to Research Without Plagiarizing

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One of the biggest stumbling blocks for today's students is learning how to research without plagiarizing. The likelihood of plagiarism goes down dramatically if students are taught to use the following techniques. These techniques will aid ... more »

How to Research Woodrow Wilson

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Woodrow Wilson was the 28th president of the United States serving throughout World War I. His great goal was to bring peace to the world after the conflict and he was instrumental in founding the League of Nations, a precursor of the United ... more »

How to Review Using Flash Cards

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If you find it hard to memorize information by reading alone, you might want to try using flash cards. Employing flash cards lets you review information interactively, and the rote aspect of the exercise gradually implants the data in your ... more »

How to 's for Homework Time

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Homework is one of those necessary back to school activities that has to be worked into already busy schedules. Keeping the routine calm and positive to prevent distractions is a great help... more »

How to Say the Days of the Week in Italian

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When reading, writing, listening to, or speaking Italian, you will often hear the days of the week mentioned when referring to events that have taken place in the past or are planned for the future. Knowing the days of the week in Italian will ... more »

How to Say the Four Seasons in Italian

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When reading, writing, listening to, or speaking Italian, you will often hear the seasons mentioned when referring to events that have taken place in the past or are planned for the future. Knowing the seasons in Italian will therefore come in ... more »

How to Say the Months and Seasons in Italian

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When reading, writing, listening to, or speaking Italian, you will often hear the months (i mesi) of the year and the seasons (i stagioni) mentioned when referring to events that have taken place in the past or are planned for the future. ... more »

How to Search for Webquests

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Teachers and parents use webquests to help students learn more about a topic. These webquests are abundant and have students use the Internet as a main source of information. Here's how you can better search for webquests to use for your students ... more »

How to Sell for a School Fundraiser

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Kids are involved in so many extracurricular activities, sports teams and clubs that require them to sell everything from cookies to wrapping paper that by the time they're asked to sell for a school fundraiser, everyone's experiencing a bit of ... more »

How to Set Up 4-H After-School Programs

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Many kids leave school in the afternoons with nothing to do. This can lead to trouble in their homes or neighborhoods. Getting kids involved with after-school programs is a great way to keep them safe, out of trouble and learning while having ... more »

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