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ELEMENTARY ARTICLES

Secret #1 of Creating Flash Cards - Templates
Hilda and Henrietta, 06/01/09
Using the label templates that already exist in the memory of Microsoft Word is an easy to way to make flash cards on your computer.

Making Your Own Magazine Covers
Hilda and Henrietta, 05/09/09
Think about making a magazine cover for a school project or for fun.

PowerPoint to Podcasts
Hilda and Henrietta, 03/30/09
If you know how to make a PowerPoint, it is only a little leap to being able to make a podcast, even a video podcast.

Citation Generators
Hilda and Henrietta, 01/27/09
It used to be that citing sources was often the hardest part of a research project, but citation generators are changing that forever.

Going Beyond Google
Hilda and Henrietta, 12/30/08
Google may give you thousands of sites for your research project, but what other search engines can help you find the information you really want even more quickly?

Getting to the Right Website: Website Woes
Hilda and Henrietta, 11/08/08
Have you ever been given a website to explore by a teacher, relative or a friend but when you typed it into your computer’s browser it didn’t come up? Here are some possible cures for that sick URL.

Putting Animations and Pictures in Your Presentations
Hilda and Henrietta, 11/05/08
When it comes to making a presentation in class, make sure your pictures and animations stick to the topic as well as your words.

The Digital Learning Game: Studying and Remembering
Hilda and Henrietta, 09/15/2008
Here are some ideas for how your computer can help you read, study, remember and more!

Making a 'No Yawn' Presentation
Hilda and Henrietta, 04/29/2008
Adding something that will catch attention in your report or presentation is often a good idea, as long as it fits with whatever you are doing and you don't rely on glitz instead of content.

Help! My Project Is Too Big To Send!
Hilda and Henrietta, 04/14/2008
There is nothing more frustrating than making a fantastic project on your computer and then finding out it is too big to take or send to school or to share with a friend or relative. So try a pdf!

Photos & Images for Your Reports & Presentations
Hilda and Henrietta, 02/15/2008
Here are some ideas for finding copyright free images for a project or report.

A Different Kind of Cartoon
Hilda and Henrietta, 01/25/2008
Try adding a political cartoon to your report to make people laugh and think.

Wow! Look What's at Your Public Library
Hilda and Henrietta, 11/02/2007
Find out how your local library is leading the way in the 21st Century.

Creepy Cool
Hilda and Henrietta, 10/14/2007
Sometimes being cool online can be creepy.

Simply Sensational Story Starters
Hilda and Henrietta, 09/06/2007
Need to write a story but can't think of how to start? Let your computer help you find a simply sensational story starter.

Stand up for Technology
Hilda and Henrietta, 06/06/2007
Cheating, copying, cyberbullying, and other less than acceptable behaviors are not what digital communication is all about. Is your school limiting use of the Internet, cell phones, and MP3 players when the opposite should be happening? Here's what you can do to turn things around.

How to Write a Set of Directions
Hilda and Henrietta, 05/03/2007
Writing down a set of directions so someone else can learn to do something you already know how to do can be harder than you think. Here are some steps to follow and ideas for how your computer can help.

I Love Podcasts!
Hilda and Henrietta, 03/30/2007
Here's a quick summary of how you can get started listening to or creating podcasts.

Proofreading Secrets
Hilda and Henrietta, 03/08/2007
Learn the tricks of good proofreader and put them to work in your writing assignments.

You Didn't Actually Send That, Did You? Survival Manners: Think First Email
Hilda and Henrietta, 02/09/2007
Think First is the rule when it comes to email. Learn the email rules and follow them. Then you can have a great time sending email to your friends, family, and your teachers.

Survival Manners: Be Nice Online
Hilda and Henrietta, 01/11/2007
Being nice doesn’t stop just because you can’t see that other person online or elsewhere.

Entering Competitions With Your Writing and Drawing
Hilda & Henrietta, 12/12/2006
Let your computer help you enter the competition of your choice.

Thinkin’ in 3D
Hilda and Henrietta, 11/16/2006
Want to add some animation to a school project? Try out Cosmic Blobs for free.

You Can Make a Graph!
Hilda and Henrietta, 10/26/2006
Put your computer to work making great graphs.

Free Fixes for Fotos (K-4)
Hilda and Henrietta, 09/14/2006
Take the "oh no" out of first seeing the photos you want to use for a school project by using one of these free photo editors.

A Summary (K-4)
Hilda and Henrietta, 06/22/2006
Learn how your computer can help you make a quick and easy summary.

Can You Keep a Secret? (K-4)
Hilda and Henrietta, 05/09/2006
Find out how to make a secret password for online logins that no one can guess.

How to Start A School Project Without Being a Copy-Cat (K-4)
Hilda and Henrietta, 04/21/2006
So you have a school project to do. Here are some ideas for getting started and not copying off the Internet or out of books.

Oh No. It's the Current Events Report Again! Fun Ways to Present Your Report - Part 3 (K-4)
Hilda and Henrietta, 04/06/2006
Here are some different ideas for presenting a current events report.

Oh No. It's the Current Events Report Again! Collecting and Organizing Your Notes - Part 2 (K-4)
Hilda and Henrietta, 03/20/2006
Let your computer help you get your current events assignment organized.

Oh No! Not a Current Events Report Again! Finding Information for Your Report - Part 1 (K-4)
Hilda and Henrietta, 01/27/2006
If you have to catch up on current events, let your computer help.

It's a Small World (K-4)
Hilda and Henrietta, 12/08/2005
Here are tons of ideas about where to find maps of and information about the Earth.

Fiddling with Photos (K-4)
Hilda and Henrietta, 11/02/2005
Find out how (freebie) photo editors can help you have fun with digital pictures and add just the right touches to that picture for your school project.

Why Not a Cartoon? (K-4)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 10/18/2005
Here are some tips and tricks for creating and using cartoons you make on your computer for homework projects.

Going 3-D - Part 3 - Making a Village (K-4)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 08/15/2005
Using a template, try making your own 3-D structure using your computer and printer.

Going 3-D - Part 2 - Making a Board Game Book Report with Your Computer's Help (K-4)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 06/27/2005
Making a board game is a great way to enjoy your favorite book over and over again - and your computer can help!

Going 3-D - Part 1 - Making Dioramas with Your Computer's Help (K-4)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 04/25/2005
Dioramas are a great way to focus on and learn about a particular place, environment or time period or even report on a book. Here are some ideas for letting the computer help you put one together.

Creating & Giving an Oral Report Part 3, Giving a Presentation With Your Computer's Help (K-4)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 02/07/2005
You've created an awesome computer report… now it is time to stand and deliver.

Creating & Giving an Oral Report Part 2, Will It Play in Your Classroom? (K-4)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 01/13/2005
Here are some tips and tricks for making sure your computer will play your multimedia project when you get it to school.

Creating & Giving an Oral Report Part I, Preparing a Report Presentation With Your Computer's Help (K-4)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 12/22/2004
Need to do an oral report in front of your class? Here are some tips and tricks for using your computer to help you do an A+ job.

Math Magic (K-4)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 11/15/2004
Here are some web sites and tips and tricks for using your computer to help out with sticky math problems.

Writing a Story About Yourself - Part 2 (K-4)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 10/11/2004
Find out how your computer can help you invent your life story.

Writing a Story About Yourself - Part 1 (K-4)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 08/27/2004
Find out how your computer can help you sot out your life story.

Poetry Before You Know It (and How Your Computer Can Help) - Part 2 (K-4)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 06/21/2004
Find out how a computer can be a poet's best friend.

Poetry Before You Know It (and How Your Computer Can Help) - Part 1 (K-4)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 05/19/2004
Find out how the computer can help you become a poet before you know it.

Going Poster Perfect - Part 4 - Display It! (K-4)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 05/10/2004
So you've got the pictures and the words for your poster or display? Now it's time to finally put it altogether.

Going Poster Perfect - Part 3 - A Few Good Words (K-4)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 04/19/2004
Here are a some ideas to carefully choose some words to pull your poster together.

Going Poster Perfect - Part 2 - One Picture Says a Thousand Words
by Hilda and Henrietta, 04/07/2004
Have you ever heard anyone say 'a picture is worth a thousand words'? We'll bet you knew exactly what they meant. If someone gives you a picture of something you know immediately what they're thinking or talking about, don't you?

Going Poster Perfect - Part 1
by Hilda and Henrietta, 03/23/2004
Poster board is big. What comes out of your computer and printer is little. So how can these three possibly get together to help you make a great poster?

Mapping it Out - Part 3
by Hilda and Henrietta, 02/19/2004
More Computer Map Magic - Scales, Keys and Credit

Mapping it Out - Part 2
by Hilda and Henrietta, 02/05/2004
Working with Outline Maps.

Mapping it Out - Part 1
by Hilda and Henrietta, 01/15/2004
Finding, Saving and Printing Online Maps for School Projects

Tricks and Tips for Doing Your Spelling Homework - With Your Computer's Help
by Hilda and Henrietta, 11/28/2003
Here are some tricks and tips for doing your spelling homework using your computer.

Creating Your Own Computer Buddy
by Hilda and Henrietta, 10/28/2003
Let your computer do the orgaizing when it comes to long range homework projects.

Rules for Taking Down Your Homework (And Getting Your Computer to Help Even if It Can't Come to School with You)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 10/17/2003
Half of getting homework done is knowing what you have to do!

Writing Your Book Report (Part 3)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 04/24/2003
Writing a book report? Here are some ideas for the final draft or presentation.

The Book Report Guide - Start Reading and Writing (Part 2)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 04/10/2003
Ever tried writing about a book for a book report BEFORE you finished the book? Try our guide to just how to do it.

The Book Report Guide: For Kids and Parents (Part 1)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 03/05/2003
Sooner or later, especially when you get into Grades 3 or 4, your teacher is going to say, "It's time you did a book report." You like books, don't you? But do you really want to write about them after reading them?

Finding a Bucket of Books
by Hilda and Henrietta, 01/28/2003
Want to find a great book? Get your computer to help you!

 
MIDDLE SCHOOL ARTICLES

Secret #1 of Creating Flash Cards - Templates
Hilda and Henrietta, 06/01/09
Using the label templates that already exist in the memory of Microsoft Word is an easy to way to make flash cards on your computer.

Making Your Own Magazine Covers
Hilda and Henrietta, 05/09/09
Think about making a magazine cover for a school project or for fun.

PowerPoint to Podcasts
Hilda and Henrietta, 03/30/09
If you know how to make a PowerPoint, it is only a little leap to being able to make a podcast, even a video podcast.

Citation Generators
Hilda and Henrietta, 01/27/09
It used to be that citing sources was often the hardest part of a research project, but citation generators are changing that forever.

Life Beyond Google
Hilda and Henrietta, 12/30/08
Google may give you thousands of sites for your research project, but what other search engines can help you find the information you really want even more quickly?

Getting to the Right Website: Website Woes
Hilda and Henrietta, 11/08/08
Have you ever been given a website to explore by a teacher, relative or a friend but when you typed it into your computer’s browser it didn’t come up? Here are some possible cures for that sick URL.

What Do Images Do for Your Presentations
Hilda and Henrietta, 11/05/08
When it comes to making a presentation in class, make sure your pictures and animations stick to the topic as well as your words

The Digital Learning Game: Studying and Remembering
Hilda and Henrietta, 09/15/2008
Here are some ideas for how your computer can help you read, study, remember and more!

How to Keep Your Audience Awake (during your report or presentation)
Hilda and Henrietta, 04/29/2008
Adding something that will catch attention in your report or presentation is often a good idea, as long as it fits with whatever you are doing and you don't rely on glitz instead of content.

Sending BIG Files
Hilda and Henrietta, 04/14/2008
There is nothing more frustrating than making a fantastic project on your computer and then finding out it is too big to take or send to school or to share with a friend or relative. So try a pdf!

Photos & Images for Your Reports & Presentations
Hilda and Henrietta, 02/15/2008
Here are some ideas for finding copyright free images for a project or report.

Add Cartoons for a Bit of Pizzazz
Hilda and Henrietta, 01/25/2008
Want to say more? Add a political cartoon to your social studies report.

Your Public (or School Library) to the Rescue
Hilda and Henrietta, 11/02/2007
Find out how your local library is leading the way in the 21st Century.

Creepy Cool
Hilda and Henrietta, 10/14/2007
Sometimes being cool online can be creepy.

Simply Sensational Story Starters
Hilda and Henrietta, 09/06/2007
Need to write a story but can't think of how to start? Let your computer help you find a simply sensational story starter.

Stand Up for Technology
Hilda and Henrietta, 06/06/2007
Cheating, impersonating others, plagiarizing, cyberbullying, and other less than acceptable behaviors are not what digital communication is all about. Is your school limiting use of technologies when the opposite should be happening? Here's what you can do to turn things around.

The Art and Science of Writing Directions
Hilda and Henrietta, 05/03/2007
Writing a set of directions can be harder than you think. Here are some steps to follow and ideas for how your computer can help.

I Love Podcasts!
Hilda and Henrietta, 03/30/2007
Here's a quick summary of how you can get started listening to or creating podcasts.

Proofreading Tips
Hilda and Henrietta, 03/08/2007
Learn the tricks of proofreading and put them to work in your homework assignments.

Survival Manners: Think First Email
Hilda and Henrietta, 02/09/2007
Your email can result in big problems at home and at school if you don't use it carefully. In addition, problems with email can result from the actions of others as well. Think First is the rule when it comes to email.

Survival Manners: Think First Chatting
Hilda and Henrietta, 01/11/2007
Being civil (polite, thoughtful, kind) to others is important both online and offline. Did you know that what you say online can come back to haunt you?

Not Another Competition! A Quick Guide to Success
Hilda & Henrietta, 12/12/2006
Let your computer help you enter the competition of your choice.

Thinkin’ in 3D
Hilda and Henrietta, 11/16/2006
Want to add some animation to a school project? Try out Cosmic Blobs for free.

Gotta Graph It?
Hilda and Henrietta, 10/26/2006
Put your computer to work making great graphs.

Image Magic That's Free for the Downloading (5-8)
Hilda and Henrietta, 09/14/2006
Take the "oh no" out of first seeing the photos you want to use for a school project by using one of these free photo editors.

And To Summarize... (5-8)
Hilda and Henrietta, 06/22/2006
Use your computer to 'sum it all up' for a test or writing assignment.

Do You Know How to Keep a Secret? (5-8)
Hilda and Henrietta, 05/09/2006
Find out how to make a secret password for online logins that no one can guess and why that’s important.

The Top Ten Things You Should Know About Plagiarism and Homework (5-8)
Hilda and Henrietta, 04/21/2006
Here’s a quick summary of plagiarism that you should read before starting any school project.

Oh No. It's the Current Events Report Again! Time to Stand Up and Deliver the News - Part 3 (5-8)
Hilda and Henrietta, 04/06/2006
Here are some different ideas for presenting a current events report.

Oh No. It's the Current Events Report Again! Collecting and Organizing Your Notes - Part 2 (5-8)
Hilda and Henrietta, 03/20/2006
Time to collect and organize your current events assignment.

Oh No! Not Another Current Events Report! Finding Information for Your Report - Part 1 (5-8)
Hilda and Henrietta, January 27, 2006
If you have to catch up on current events, let your computer help.

Giving Geography a Spin (5-8)
Hilda and Henrietta, 12/08/2005
Here are tons of ideas about where to find maps of and information about the Earth for assignments.

Creating Project Pics (5-8)
Hilda and Henrietta, 11/02/2005
Find out how (freebie) photo editors can help you have fun with digital pictures and add just the right touches to that picture for your school project.

Why Not a Cartoon? (5-8)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 10/18/2005
Here are some tips and tricks for creating and using cartoons you make on your computer for homework projects.

Going 3-D - Part 3 - Cityscapes (5-8)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 08/15/2005
Using a template, try making your own 3-D structure using your computer and printer.

Going 3-D - Part 2 - Making a Board Game Book Report with Your Computer's Help (5-8)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 06/27/2005
Making a board game is a great way to enjoy your favorite book over and over again - and your computer can help!

Going 3-D - Part 1 - Making Dioramas with Your Computer's Help (5-8)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 04/25/2005
Dioramas are a great way to focus on and learn about a particular place, environment or time period or even report on a book. Here are some ideas for letting the computer help you put one together.

Creating & Giving an Oral Report Part 2, Giving a Presentation With Your Computer's Help (5-8)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 02/07/2005
Reports done. Now it's time to stand and deliver. Here are some tips.

Creating & Giving an Oral Report Part 2, Making Sure Your Computer Presentation Will Work in Your Classroom (5-8)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 01/13/2005
Here are some tips and tricks for making sure your computer will play your multimedia project when you get it to school.

Creating & Giving an Oral Report Part I, Preparing a Report Presentation With Your Computer's Help (5-8)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 12/22/2004
Need to do an oral report in front of your class? Here are some tips and tricks for using your computer to help you do an A+ job.

Your Computer and Math (5-8)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 11/15/2004
Here are some web sites and tips and tricks for using your computer to help out with sticky math problems.

Writing a Fantasy Story About Yourself - Part 2 (5-8)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 10/10/2004
Find out how your computer can help you invent your life story.

Writing Your Autobiography - Part 1 (5-8)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 08/27/2004
Find out how your computer can help you sort out your life story.

Poetry Before You Know It (and How Your Computer Can Help) - Part 2 (5-8)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 06/21/2004
Find out how a computer can be a poet's best friend.

Poetry Before You Know It (and How Your Computer Can Help) - Part 1 (5-8)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 05/19/2004
Find out how the computer can help you become a poet before you know it.

Going Poster Perfect - Part 4 - Display It! (5-8)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 05/10/2004
So you've got the pictures and the words for your poster or display? Now it's time to finally put it altogether.

Going Poster Perfect - Part 3 - A Few Good Words (5-8)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 04/19/2004
Here are a some ideas to carefully choose some words to pull your poster together.

Going Poster Perfect - Part 2 - One Picture Says a Thousand Words
by Hilda and Henrietta, 04/07/2004
Have you ever heard anyone say "a picture is worth a thousand words"? We'll bet you knew exactly what they meant. If someone gives you a picture of something you know immediately what they're thinking or talking about, don't you?

Going Poster Perfect - Part 1
by Hilda and Henrietta, 03/23/2004
Poster board is big. What comes out of your computer and printer is little. So how can these three possibly get together to help you make a great poster?

Mapping It Out (Part 3)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 02/19/2004
Map Keys (Legends), Scales and Source Citing.

Mapping It Out (Part 2)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 02/05/2004
Adding Unbelievable Maps to Your Report.

Mapping It Out (Part I)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 01/15/2004
Finding, Saving and Printing Online Maps for School Projects.

Tips and Tricks for Tackling Vocabulary and Spelling Homework
by Hilda and Henrietta, 11/28/2003
Here are some tricks and tips for doing your spelling homework using your computer.

Making the Computer Your Assistant
by Hilda and Henrietta, 10/28/2003
Your computer is the ultimate homework helper, but you need to do a little up front organization.

Don't Write Homework on Your Arm
by Hilda and Henrietta, 10/17/2003
Half of getting homework done is knowing what you have to do!

Writing Your Book Report (Part 3)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 04/14/2003
Time to write that book report! Here are some ideas on how to finish with a flourish or make a stunning presentation.

The Dreaded Book Report, (Part 2)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 04/10/2003
Find out how to avoid the I-read-the-book-but-I-don't-remember-what-it-was-about blues.

That Dreaded Book Report (Part 1)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 03/05/2003
Whether you cringe at the thought of book reports or secretly enjoy them, what you need is a "system" for tackling this kind of assignment. Writing a book report is an art that takes practice. Once you know how to go about it, it can be easy and lots of fun - especially if you put your computer to work as your assistant.

Finding the Right Book
by Hilda and Henrietta, 01/28/2003
Need to find a great read? Get your computer lined up to help.

 
HIGH SCHOOL ARTICLES

Secret #1 of Creating Flash Cards - Templates
Hilda and Henrietta, 06/01/09
Using the label templates that already exist in the memory of Microsoft Word is an easy to way to make flash cards on your computer.

Making Your Own Magazine Covers
Hilda and Henrietta, 05/09/09
Think about making a magazine cover for a school project or for fun.

PowerPoint to Podcasts
Hilda and Henrietta, 03/30/09
If you know how to make a PowerPoint, it is only a little leap to being able to make a podcast, even a video podcast.

Citation Generators
Hilda and Henrietta, 01/27/09
It used to be that citing sources was often the hardest part of a research project, but citation generators are changing that forever.

Life Beyond Google
Hilda and Henrietta, 12/30/08
Google may give you thousands of sites for your research project, but what other search engines can help you find the information you really want even more quickly?

Getting to the Right Website
Hilda and Henrietta, 11/08/08
Have you ever been given a website to explore by a teacher, relative or a friend but when you typed it into your computer’s browser it didn’t come up? Here are some possible cures for that sick URL.

Powerful versus Powerless Images
Hilda and Henrietta, 11/05/08
When it comes to making a presentation in class, make sure your pictures and animations stick to the topic as well as your words.

The Digital Learning Game: Studying and Remembering
Hilda and Henrietta, 09/15/2008
Here are some ideas for how your computer can help you read, study, remember and more!

How to Keep Your Audience Awake (during your report or presentation)
Hilda and Henrietta, 04/29/2008
Adding something that will catch attention in your report or presentation is often a good idea, as long as it fits with whatever you are doing and you don't rely on glitz instead of content.

Sending BIG Files
Hilda and Henrietta, 04/14/2008
There is nothing more frustrating than making a fantastic project on your computer and then finding out it is too big to take or send to school or to share with a friend or relative. So try a pdf!

Photos & Images for Your Reports
Hilda and Henrietta, 02/15/2008
Here are some ideas for finding copyright free images for a project or report.

Political Cartoons Say More
Hilda and Henrietta, 01/25/2008
Want to say more? Add a political cartoon to your social studies report.

Your Public Library Vs. Google
Hilda and Henrietta, 11/02/2007
Find out how your local library is leading the way in the 21st Century.

Learning to Be Empathetic
Hilda and Henrietta, 10/14/2007
Sometimes being cool online can be creepy.

Creative Writing Story Topics
Hilda and Henrietta, 09/06/2007
Got a creative writing project but can't think of how to start? Let your computer help you find a beginning.

Stand up for Technology
Hilda and Henrietta, 06/06/2007
Cheating, impersonating others, plagiarizing, cyberbullying, and other less than acceptable behaviors are not what digital communication is all about. The lack of personal integrity online is causing schools to limit use of technologies when the opposite should be happening. Here's what you can do to turn things around.

The Art and Science of Writing Directions
Hilda and Henrietta, 05/03/2007
Writing a set of directions can be harder than you think. Here are some steps to follow and ideas for how your computer can help.

Podcasts to the Rescue
Hilda and Henrietta, 03/30/2007
Here's a quick summary of how you can get started listening to or creating podcasts.

Proofreading Tips
Hilda and Henrietta, 03/08/2007
Learn tips for proofreading and put them to work in your homework assignments.

Survival Manners: Think First Email
Hilda and Henrietta, 02/09/2007
Your email can result in big problems at home and school if you don't use it wisely and carefully. In addition, problems with email can result from the actions of others as well. Think First is the rule when it comes to email.

Survival Manners: Think First Chatting
Hilda and Henrietta, 01/11/2007
Being civil (polite, thoughtful, kind) to others is important both online and offline. Did you know that what you say online can come back to haunt you?

How Competitions Can Help You - Quick Guide to Success
Hilda & Henrietta, 12/12/2006
Let your computer help you enter the competition of your choice.

Thinking and Creating in 3D
Hilda and Henrietta, 11/16/2006
Want to add some animation to a school project? Try out Cosmic Blobs for free.

Gotta Graph It?
Hilda and Henrietta, 10/26/2006
Put your computer to work making great graphs.

Image Magic That's Free for the Downloading (9-12)
Hilda and Henrietta, 09/14/2006
Take the "oh no" out of first seeing the photos you want to use for a school project by using one of these free photo editors.

And To Summarize... (9-12)
Hilda and Henrietta, 06/22/2006
Use your computer to 'sum it all up' for a test or writing assignment.

Do You Know How to Keep a Secret? (9-12)
Hilda and Henrietta, 05/09/2006
Find out how to make a secure password for online logins that no one can ferret out.

The Top Ten Things You Should Know About Plagiarism and Homework (9-12)
Hilda and Henrietta, 04/21/2006
Here's a quick summary of plagiarism that you should read before starting any school project.

Oh No. It's the Current Events Report Again! - Time to Stand Up and Deliver the News - Part 3 (9-12)
Hilda and Henrietta, 04/06/2006
Here are some different ideas for presenting a current events report.

Oh No. It's the Current Events Report Again! Collecting and Organizing Your Notes - Part 2 (9-12)
Hilda and Henrietta, 03/20/2006
How to collect and organize news hot off the computer screen.

Current Events are Forever! Finding Information for Your Report - Part 1 (9-12)
Hilda and Henrietta, 01/27/2006
If you have to catch up on current events, let your computer help.

Giving Geography a Spin (9-12)
Hilda and Henrietta, 12/08/2005
Here are tons of ideas about where to find maps of and information about the Earth for assignments.

Manipulating Digital Pictures (9-12)
Hilda and Henrietta, 11/02/2005
Find out how (freebie) photo editors can help you manipulate digital pictures and add just the right touches to a picture for a school project.

Why Not a Cartoon? (9-12)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 10/18/2005
Here are some tips and tricks for creating and using cartoons you make on your computer for homework projects.

Going 3-D - Part 3 - Cityscapes and Models (9-12)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 08/15/2005
Using a template, try making your own 3-D structure using your computer and printer.

Going 3-D - Part 2 - Making a Board Game with Your Computer's Help (9-12)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 06/27/2005
Got some leeway in how that assignment can be accomplished? Try making your own board game with your computer's help.

Going 3-D (9-12)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 04/24/2005
If you need to make a 3-D display for an assignment, here are some ideas for using your computer and things other than paper in your printer.

Creating & Giving an Oral Report Part 3, Giving Your Presentation With Your Computer's Help (9-12)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 02/07/2005
You've produced an awesome computer report. Here are some tips for how to stand and deliver it.

Creating & Giving an Oral Report Part 2, Making Sure Your Computer Presentation Will Work in Your Classroom (9-12)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 01/13/2005
There's nothing worse than having a project you've worked hard on not turn out ok. Here are some tips and tricks for making sure your computer will play your multimedia project when you get it to school.

Creating & Giving an Oral Report Part I, Preparing a Report Presentation With Your Computer's Help (9-12)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 12/22/2004
Need to do an oral report in front of your class? Here are some tips and tricks for using your computer to help get you organized as well as keep you cool, calm, and fabulous.

Your Computer and Math (9-12)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 11/15/2004
Here are some web sites and tips and tricks for using your computer to help out with sticky math problems.

Writing Historic Fiction (Well, Almost) - Part 2 (9-12)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 10/10/2004
Perhaps you've got a biography assignment that deals with your future? See how your computer can help.

Your Autobiography - Part 1 (9-12)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 08/27/2004
Find out how your computer can help you sort out your life story.

Poetry Before You Know It (and How Your Computer Can Help) - Part 2 (9-12)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 06/21/2004
Find out how a computer can be a poet's best friend.

Poetry Before You Know It (and How Your Computer Can Help) - Part 1 (9-12)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 05/19/2004
Find out how the computer can help you become a poet before you know it.

Going Poster Perfect - Part 4 - Display It! (9-12)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 05/10/2004
So you've got the pictures and the words for your poster or display? Now it's time to finally put it altogether.

Going Poster Perfect - Part 3 - A Few Good Words (9-12)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 04/19/2004
Here are a some ideas to carefully choose some words to pull your poster together.

Going Poster Perfect - Part 2 - One Picture Says a Thousand Words
by Hilda and Henrietta, 04/07/2004
You've heard the phrase "a picture is worth a thousand words". Ever thought much about it? It certainly is the reason even the first silent movies caught on so quickly?

Going Poster Perfect - Part 1
by Hilda and Henrietta, 03/23/2004
What comes out of your computer and printer is little. So how can these three possibly get together to help you make a great poster?

Mapping It Out (Part 3)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 02/19/2004
Map Keys (Legends) and Source Citing.

Mapping It Out (Part 2)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 02/05/2004
Adding Unbelievable Maps to Your Report.

Mapping It Out (Part I)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 01/15/2004
Tips & Tricks for Finding, Printing, & Saving Online Maps

Tips and Tricks for Tackling Vocabulary, Spelling, and the College Boards
by Hilda and Henrietta, 11/28/2003
Here are some tricks and tips for doing your spelling homework using your computer.

Making the Computer Your Assistant
by Hilda and Henrietta, 10/28/2003
Your computer is the ultimate homework helper, but you need to do a little up front organization.

What Was the Homework?
by Hilda and Henrietta, 10/17/2003
Sometimes half of getting your homework done is just knowing what to do!

Final Touches - Getting a Book Report or Review Ready for Prime Time (Part 3)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 04/14/2003
Now is the time to get that book report/review ready for prime time.

Do I Really HAVE to Read the Book? (Part 2)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 04/10/2003
Got a book review due? You may be thinking why not just go online or to a bookstore and find everything you need to know to write it up? After all, you can get summaries of lots of books, quotes from the books, critical evaluations, and details about characters, settings, and authors. Or why not just rent the movie? Why waste your time reading?

Easy Handling of the Required Book Review/Book Report (Part 1)
by Hilda and Henrietta, 03/06/2003
Whether you cringe at the thought of writing book reviews and book reports or secretly enjoy doing them, what you need is a "system" for tackling this kind of assignment. Writing a book review or report is an art that takes practice. Once you know how to go about it, it can be easy and actually, enjoyable, especially if you put your computer to work as your assistant.

Finding the Right Book
by Hilda and Henrietta, 01/28/2003
Want to find a great read? Try using your computer.



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