Archive for June, 2007

How to Make a Fair Chore Schedule

Saturday, June 30th, 2007

I have roommates, and I’m soooo trying this out. Check it:
ChoreBuster is an easy and free way to automatically create fair chore lists, or chore schedules.
1. Enter in people and chores
2. Specify how hard / undesirable each chore is
3. ChoreBuster generates a fair schedule of chores
4. Schedule emailed to you weekly - no […]

Electronic Field Trips

Friday, June 29th, 2007

I was cruising through the Speaking of History Blog and found a neat entry on Electronic Field Trips. Sounds sort of interesting… has anyone else participated in these? I’m curious.

It’s heeee-eeeerrree……

Friday, June 29th, 2007

We’ve all heard the hype. It’s been anxiously awaited. People are camping out to be the first to check out the new Apple iPhone. But according to Crave, the Gadget Blog, there may be good reason to hold out for the next generation.

Awesome Translator

Wednesday, June 27th, 2007

Online translators usually suck, but check out Google translator– you can translate a single word and learn all the different ways it can be used in context. Suh-weet.

13 Book Hacks for Library Nerds

Tuesday, June 26th, 2007

Lifehacker always has some neat stuff, but I found this article especially helpful. Some hacks include: tracking your checked-out books online, a free bibliography generator, free cliffs notes, or even swap books for the price of postage with Paperback Swap. Check it out here.

July 4th Lesson Plans

Monday, June 25th, 2007

Starting to plan some activities for next week? Check out this humongous list of things to do with kids of all ages.

How to Please Angry People

Monday, June 25th, 2007

I found an interesting article about how to please angry customers. As I was reading it, I noticed that this is applicable to many situations, including parent-teacher relations. The one that I need to take to heart is number 1: Don’t take criticism personally. People are often mad at the situation– not […]

Top 10 iPhone Apps

Saturday, June 23rd, 2007

Check them out here.

Teachers First

Saturday, June 23rd, 2007

I came across a neat website called TeachersFirst.com. You’ll find tons of lesson plans, brain teasers, puzzles, and more. Plus hot techie topics, current events, and professional advice from other teachers. Check it out!

iPod Docking Station

Friday, June 22nd, 2007

Want to charge or play your iPod without all the messy wires? Check out this cool docking station for your desk.