 Families are complex and wonderfully unique. Consider the different variations of family: each a one-of-a-kind combination of parents, siblings, grandparents, aunts, and uncles. This blending of people of different ages and sexes is what makes a family special. However, this mixture is bound to cause some strife and embarrassment along the way. At the same time, the family is the ultimate source of love, solace and advice. More
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 No one likes a bully. Unfortunately, they're everywhere. It doesn't matter how old you are or where you live, there's a bully of some sort lurking around the corner. Sorry to say, you can't recognize them by looks — they can be big or small, old or young. And they don't all bully in the same way. Some bullies scare you in person. Others harass you online. Some attack with their bodies, others attack with their words. But one thing is the same about all bullies. All bullies are hurtful. They actively plan their confrontations and appear to enjoy being mean. More
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 The mystique of writing to someone you've never met has been a favorite literary device through the ages. As two different people exchange letters, they share thoughts, ideas and questions. Over time, through writing, relationships are built. Friends eagerly anticipate the next letter's arrival, waiting for words intended just for them. Their written words become dialogue displaying the power of writing to both communicate and connect. Students see a real life reason to read and write! More
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