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1	The Surprising History and Origin of Corn Flakes(r) Written by: Aaliyah Ferris | Distributed: 2010-01-29 | Word Count: 402 | Page Views: 394 | Votes: 46 | Rating: 2.78 Corn Flakes(r), the quintessential American-born breakfast cereal complemented perfectly with strawberries, banana slices and, of course, milk, has surprising origins.
2	The Importance Of Memorizing The Times Tables Written by: Susan Jarema | Distributed: 2007-12-05 | Word Count: 824 | Page Views: 319 | Votes: 44 | Rating: 3.27 Students who have mastered multiplication gain a solid foundation in mathematics that will help them throughout middle school, high school and beyond. The following are the answer to common questions that parents ask in my multiplication workshops.
3	Graduation Flowers Are At The Head Of The Class Written by: Wesley Berry, AAF | Distributed: 2008-04-24 | Word Count: 538 | Page Views: 190 | Votes: 27 | Rating: 1.78 The coming of spring signals new beginnings, and each year many young adults take the first steps toward that new beginning when they walk across the stage to accept a diploma at their graduation ceremony. Of course, with graduation comes excitement, smiles, tears, a big celebration, and lots of wonderful memories. One way to help make the day even more beautiful and memorable is with flowers.
4	Roles and Responsibilities of a SAP MM Consultant Written by: Varsha Vilankar | Distributed: 2010-04-20 | Word Count: 1255 | Page Views: 184 | Votes: 50 | Rating: 3.12 Everyday there are thousands of people who discover the prospects of a career in SAP. However, lack of knowledge often takes them to mushroom schools that have sprung up due to the high demand of SAP training. Varsha has attempted to give an easy to follow roadmap that is drawn on a timeline. Following this roadmap will ensure that students don't end up as hit-and-run victims of mushroom schools that are run by unethical businessmen and not educators. Midst of the weakening economy and employment uncertainty, the last thing you want is for someone to rob you of your savings and precious time. Read this article to stay in touch for an amazing career in SAP.
5	A Good Teacher Never Stops Learning Written by: Kent Jacobson a.k.a. Mr. Success | Distributed: 2007-07-06 | Word Count: 419 | Page Views: 178 | Votes: 35 | Rating: 2.06 Think about the phrase, a good teacher never stops learning. What does that phrase mean to you?
6	History of the Cherry Tree Written by: Patrick Malcolm | Distributed: 2006-08-24 | Word Count: 1210 | Page Views: 116 | Votes: 10 | Rating: 2.80 A history of fruiting and flowering cherry trees.
7	The Bizarre History Of The HOLLYWOOD Sign Written by: Morris Timlen | Distributed: 2008-11-05 | Word Count: 1211 | Page Views: 95 | Votes: 22 | Rating: 3.32 The most famous sign in the history of mankind is the one that graces the side of the hill above Hollywood, California. As famous a landmark as the Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio De Janeiro, the Eiffel Tower in Paris France, the Great Pyramid of Giza in Egypt, The Church of the Savior on Blood in Saint Petersburg Russia, and the Statue Of Liberty in New York City, the Hollywood sign is known around the world as the symbol of the American movie industry.
8	The History And Evolution Of Medical Grade Latex Gloves Written by: Davin Abernathy | Distributed: 2006-06-16 | Word Count: 966 | Page Views: 85 | Votes: 14 | Rating: 2.14 We all know what latex gloves are and why they are important, but many people do not realize how long people have been using medical gloves and the changes that they have gone through over the years. Believe it or not, latex gloves have been in use in the medical community since 1889.
9	The Types of Fountains Found in Florence, Italy Written by: Elizabeth Jean | Distributed: 2007-04-09 | Word Count: 833 | Page Views: 74 | Votes: 11 | Rating: 2.09 There were two broad classes of Tuscan water fountains known in the 1500's: the freestanding or "isolated" type, designed for the center of a piazza, court, or garden; and the "engaged" or wall fountain, placed against a wall at the end of a square or courtyard.
10	Mold Biology And Mold Related Heath Issues Written by: Daryl Watters | Distributed: 2009-12-15 | Word Count: 1331 | Page Views: 70 | Votes: 3 | Rating: 3.33 Questions about mold biology and mold related health issues or toxic mold and black mold problems? Need an indoor air quality or IAQ testing information because of sick building syndrome, building related illness, or toxic black mold?
11	The Pros and Cons of Teaching Abroad Written by: Justin Burch | Distributed: 2006-10-31 | Word Count: 720 | Page Views: 65 | Votes: 19 | Rating: 3.05 As it has been said, teaching abroad isn't for everybody. Each program you will encounter will require some prerequisites and the proper attitude, but will offer unique challenges and personal incentives to the right individual. Here is an impartial analysis of opportunities confronting both sides of the arguments you need to consider before deciding to teach abroad
12	How to Study for a Math Test: A practical action plan that will help you prepare for math tests. Written by: Susan Kruger | Distributed: 2006-10-31 | Word Count: 544 | Page Views: 63 | Votes: 20 | Rating: 3.40 When I was a student and teachers would say, "Study for your math test!" I would think, "How do I 'study' for a math test?" I now realize that 'study' is the wrong verb. You really need to 'practice' for a math test.
13	You Don't Need Wikipedia To Understand Some Basic Flower Terms Written by: Wesley Berry, AAF | Distributed: 2008-05-20 | Word Count: 538 | Page Views: 59 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 3.25 Dish gardens...corsages...tussie mussies...the language of the floral industry can be really confusing for those who aren't familiar with it.
14	Ancient Explorers Discovered Unique Native Nut Trees Growing In America Written by: Patrick Malcolm | Distributed: 2006-10-19 | Word Count: 1404 | Page Views: 59 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 2.63 History of American nut trees.
15	Pi Day, March 14, Is Party Time for Math Fans! Written by: Susan Jarema | Distributed: 2008-03-10 | Word Count: 579 | Page Views: 59 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 2.50 Susan Jarema, founder of Googol Learning always looks for ways to make math more exciting for children. March 14, pi day, is also Albert Einstein's birthday, which offers math lovers the chance to discuss famous discoveries that have been proved through mathematics.
16	History Of The Filbert (Hazelnut) Written by: Patrick Malcolm | Distributed: 2006-12-26 | Word Count: 867 | Page Views: 58 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 2.60 The modern name for filberts has evolved from European folklore. The original name was connected with Saint Philbert's Day (Saint Filbert), the day that harvesting the nuts began, August 22nd, the day of observing the Saint's day of celebration.
17	The Twelve Math Days of Christmas - Easy As Pi! Written by: Susan Jarema | Distributed: 2007-12-17 | Word Count: 742 | Page Views: 57 | Votes: 12 | Rating: 2.08 The holidays are almost here, the kids will be at home and families spending more time together. Here's your chance to make your family time a learning time by incorporating math into your busy holiday schedule. Math can be found in all sorts of activities we do in this season. Learning to combine math in your daily routine is one of the best ways to help your child develop strong math skills. Here are 12 great ways to combine math in your Christmas activities.
18	Ancient Bible References to Date Palm Trees, Phoenix dactylifera Written by: Patrick Malcolm | Distributed: 2006-11-09 | Word Count: 1485 | Page Views: 57 | Votes: 13 | Rating: 2.92 References to Date Palms from the Bible.
19	'Limitless' Has Wisdom Written by: Paul Kyriazi | Distributed: 2011-09-16 | Word Count: 1145 | Page Views: 56 | Votes: 1 | Rating: 5.00 Want the brain power of Eddie in 'Limitless'? We in the real world can't access that much brain power, but with the right tools and clarity of mind on our part, we can have tons of information ready to use, if only we make the decision to do so.
20	History of Walnuts Written by: Patrick Malcolm | Distributed: 2006-08-18 | Word Count: 1111 | Page Views: 55 | Votes: 14 | Rating: 2.71 Ever wanted to know the history of the good old Walnut? Learn of its history and other facts in this article.
21	Why Taking the GED Test Seriously is Crucial Written by: Jennifer Charleston | Distributed: 2008-10-21 | Word Count: 796 | Page Views: 53 | Votes: 14 | Rating: 3.21 The GED test is run by the American Council of Education and is also known as the General Education Development test. The GED consists of five main sections which are science, social studies, language arts reading, language arts writing and mathematics. By practicing your skills in each of the following subjects you dramatically increase your chances of passing the GED test with flying colors.
22	Students: Increase Your Grades...Talk to Your Teachers Written by: Susan Kruger | Distributed: 2006-10-04 | Word Count: 782 | Page Views: 50 | Votes: 11 | Rating: 3.27 Most teachers see 90-170 students everyday, so students must stand out in the crowd! Learn the benefits of making a positive impression on your teachers and simple ways to make it happen.
23	A Funny Thing About Extinctions – The History Of The Taino's Written by: Eagle Vale | Distributed: 2007-06-07 | Word Count: 1725 | Page Views: 50 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 1.83 The truth is that it is not really funny. I am saddened by the extinction of many species and populations. The Great Spirit put all plants, insects, birds and animals on Mother Earth, because all have an important role to play in the grand scheme of life.
24	A Brief History of Online Gambling Written by: Skyler Ace | Distributed: 2009-07-07 | Word Count: 710 | Page Views: 50 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 2.63 Gambling is said to be as old as organized society itself. There is evidence that the ancient societies of India, China, Greece and Rome all had some form of gambling culture. Some articles thought to be gambling implements dating back to about 2300 BCE have been found in China. A pair of dice dating from 1500 BCE has been found in Egypt.
25	How MrBean Led the Computer Industry Written by: Jennifer Robinson | Distributed: 2010-11-02 | Word Count: 917 | Page Views: 48 1955 seemed like any other year to most people, but unbeknown to the world '55 was to prove the arrival of the geeks. Steve Jobs, Bill Gates, Tim Berners-Lee and Eric Schmidt were all born in 1955.
26	The LPI Certification Is The De Facto Standard For Linux Professionals Written by: Frank Pines | Distributed: 2009-07-10 | Word Count: 543 | Page Views: 47 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 1.89 With its certification programs, the Linux Professional Institute (LPI) has constantly raised the bar of excellence. It has continuously provided support to Linux professionals to meet the industry demands for expert skills. LPI has been acknowledged universally as a leader in providing professional help with Linux, Open Source, and Free Software.
27	History of Introduced Fruits into America - Native American Fruit Trees and Hybrid Fruit Tree Improvements Written by: Patrick Malcolm | Distributed: 2006-09-28 | Word Count: 1461 | Page Views: 46 | Votes: 12 | Rating: 2.92 A history of fruits introduced into America, as well as others.
28	What Does Short, Long, Flat And Square Mean In Forex Trading? Written by: Sam Beatson | Distributed: 2006-10-11 | Word Count: 525 | Page Views: 43 | Votes: 15 | Rating: 2.87 Short, long, square and flat explained in terms of forex trading (Spot FX).
29	Understanding The Precious Culture Of The Hopi Written by: Eagle Vale | Distributed: 2007-06-28 | Word Count: 769 | Page Views: 42 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 2.33 Hopi Indian is a term that means good, peaceful, or wise. The Hopi are descendants of the Southwestern Pueblo and similarly, they live off the many different variations of corn and depend on these food crops as their main source of food. Also in their gardens, observers will find beans, squash, melons, pumpkins, and fruit.
30	Study Skills Are Boring! Or, Are They? Written by: Susan Kruger | Distributed: 2008-04-04 | Word Count: 815 | Page Views: 42 | Votes: 11 | Rating: 3.00 In our current 'Information Age,' study skills have an important role to play in our middle schools and high schools. Explore what they are --and are not-- and how they can empower our next generation.
31	Immigration Fuels Canada's Multi-Cultural Growth As A Nation Written by: Marlon Harville | Distributed: 2007-05-17 | Word Count: 853 | Page Views: 41 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 3.50 Immigration, the entrance of people into a country for the purpose of settling there, has always played a central role in Canada's history. In comparison to many other nations, immigration into Canada has generally been viewed as being much easier than in other countries. Canada as whole seems to be a favorable place for immigrants to gain naturalization.
32	Time Keeping and Weather Predictions Written by: Andy Lipps | Distributed: 2008-05-06 | Word Count: 865 | Page Views: 39 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 2.40 In the mid 1700s, Ben Franklin published weather predictions in Poor Richard's Almanac (1732-1757), expressly for the purpose of helping farmers anticipate the way that their crops would be affected by the weather. Weather predication has changed a lot since the days of Ben Franklin, but those initial lessons about weather observations can be practiced by the average person, even at home.
33	History Of Green Tea Written by: Jon M. Stout | Distributed: 2008-05-20 | Word Count: 988 | Page Views: 38 | Votes: 4 | Rating: 3.00 Green tea has a history that dates back thousands of years. Although this particular type of tea is only now gaining major notoriety in the West, it has been known to the Chinese and Japanese for centuries. This type of tea is less heavily processed than its counterpart made from the same leaves, but despite this fact, it has not been a heavy export from Asia until the past few years.
34	Get In Touch With Your Native Heritage Today Written by: Eagle Vale | Distributed: 2007-07-03 | Word Count: 753 | Page Views: 38 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 2.11 As a Native American, it can be hard to live in a nation where we are ignored for the most part. Our people are the true Native American people, but as we look upon our nation, we find that we have little presence and recognition in the nation's community
35	How to Write a Resume - Simple and Complex at the Same Time Written by: Rebecca Hawkes | Distributed: 2010-12-09 | Word Count: 438 | Page Views: 38 | Votes: 4 | Rating: 3.75 Writing an effective resume is as much a creative art as it is a logical puzzle. How do you take 500-600 words and make them jump out and scream "hire me" to an employer? It's a skill that needs constant refining.
36	Back to School Bliss in 21 Days Written by: Susan Kruger | Distributed: 2007-07-10 | Word Count: 754 | Page Views: 37 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 2.71 Tips for getting your school-year off to a relaxed and productive start. This action plan will guide you through a step-by-step approach for beginning a successful school year on the home-front.
37	5 Ways to Use a Light Bulb Moment Written by: Laurel Vespi | Distributed: 2009-09-01 | Word Count: 413 | Page Views: 37 | Votes: 10 | Rating: 3.00 We've all had those ah-ha moments - a split second when something become crystal clear. That sense of the lights going on is your signal that an opportunity exists. You now have a new piece of information or insight that can impact on your choices going forward.
38	Homework: Multi-Tasking Or Distracting? Written by: Susan Kruger | Distributed: 2007-03-09 | Word Count: 523 | Page Views: 37 | Votes: 10 | Rating: 3.90 Learn how to reduce homework time by reducing distractions. A high school student shares her tips on how she cut her daily homework time in half.
39	Developing a Quality Assurance and Compliance Program Within Your Organization Written by: Lisa Mazurka | Distributed: 2008-03-12 | Word Count: 932 | Page Views: 36 | Votes: 4 | Rating: 2.50 Many sponsor organizations, clinical research sites and contract research organizations (CROs) are developing and implementing Quality Assurance and Compliance Programs to assure adherence to company and institutional standard operating procedures, compliance with FDA Regulations, GCP Guidelines and protection of human research subjects. Implementation of such programs can improve the conduct of clinical trials and assure accurate, compliant data prior to submission to the FDA. This article will discuss the reason for increased growth in this area, the common types of QA audits and why and how organizations are implementing these programs.
40	December Is The Month Of Christmas, The Poinsettia, And Britney Spears Written by: Wesley Berry, AAF | Distributed: 2008-06-30 | Word Count: 463 | Page Views: 36 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 3.22 Born December 2, 1981, pop princess Britney Spears was born not just in the month of Christmas, but also in the month of the poinsettia, which is December's birth flower.
41	Charlemagne Meets a Chinese Princess Written by: K T Ong | Distributed: 2007-02-28 | Word Count: 1027 | Page Views: 35 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 2.00 Explores the interesting possibilities offered in certain recorded legends pertaining to the medieval ruler Charlemagne, mainly what interactions could take place between China and medieval Europe.
42	First Nations' Sovereignty Versus The Rights Of The States Written by: Eagle Vale | Distributed: 2007-07-12 | Word Count: 1759 | Page Views: 35 | Votes: 3 | Rating: 2.67 When the Europeans established Jamestown 400 years ago this year, they came with the intention of creating a new American empire in the land of our fathers.
43	Do You Know the Difference Between an Investment Advisor and a Broker? Written by: Tome Tomaj | Distributed: 2010-03-11 | Word Count: 408 | Page Views: 35 | Votes: 4 | Rating: 4.25 As an fee-only investment advisor I come across clients from all walks of life. Lately I have noticed something in common with many of these investors. Many do not know the difference between an investment advisor and a broker who manages and/or makes securities recommendations for their clients' investment portfolios. With the almost unprecedented volatility in the securities markets, you cannot afford to dig your head in the sand when it comes to whom is managing your assets.
44	Celtic Bracelets: Torques, Talismans, And Treasures Written by: Marc Choyt | Distributed: 2007-08-20 | Word Count: 742 | Page Views: 35 | Votes: 14 | Rating: 2.00 This article discusses the history of torques as elaborate status symbols in the ancient Celtic world. Toques were thought to contain the power to ward off the curses of enemies and maleficent sorcerers, as well as to provide protection and courage during battle. They symbolically represented essential aspects of a Celt's relationship to his community and the universe as a whole.
45	The Authenticity Of Civil War Reenactments Written by: Tiffani Lott | Distributed: 2007-05-07 | Word Count: 712 | Page Views: 35 | Votes: 11 | Rating: 2.91 The authenticity of Civil War reneactments is of extreme importance to many Americans who regard them as an important means, not only of participating in an enjoyable activity, but also of keeping alive the history of the period.
46	New Year. New Semester. New Homework Solutions. Written by: Susan Kruger | Distributed: 2007-01-18 | Word Count: 646 | Page Views: 35 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.00 Learn how to identify specific homework problems and create easy systems to solve them.
47	Wild Mustang Horses in the American West Written by: Robb Fowler | Distributed: 2008-02-19 | Word Count: 825 | Page Views: 34 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 1.60 Nearly all of the horses currently running wild in the ranges of the Western United States hailed from the Iberian Peninsula of Southwestern Europe, in a region defined by modern day Spain, Portugal, Andorra and Gibraltar. Keep reading as we examine the history of the horse and the wild mustang in North America...
48	The Key to Success in Psychometric Tests – Personality and Aptitude Written by: Ron Clover | Distributed: 2008-02-13 | Word Count: 793 | Page Views: 34 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 3.88 In the current job market, being invited to a job interview almost always entails taking psychometric tests. The two main elements in psychometric testing consist of – personality tests and aptitude (IQ) tests.
49	Learn How To Overcome Your Subconscious Mind To Improve Your Golf Game And Handicap Written by: Winchel Blanc | Distributed: 2010-02-03 | Word Count: 1465 | Page Views: 34 Obviously, the goal in golf is to get the ball into the hole, in as few strokes as possible. More important than learning a specific technique, to enable the possibility, is to understand the learning process in the game of golf. If you learn to hit the ball fast and straight the first time, then you will naturally lower your handicap. So, for those who are truly interested in improving their golf game, one should strive to make the first stroke hit its mark. This article will guide you through a different way of thinking about how to improve your golf game.
50	Native Americans, the True Aboriginal Peoples Of North America Written by: Eagle Vale | Distributed: 2007-07-10 | Word Count: 774 | Page Views: 33 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 3.67 For hundreds of years now, the Native Americans, indeed the true aboriginal peoples of the North American continent, have experienced multiple trials and tribulations at the hands of those who first came to settle this continent. Everything that they did throughout the harsh history of their relations with the aboriginal nations, only stood to benefit European settlers, not the First Nations of this great North American continent.
51	Members Of The First Nations: Embrace Future Generations To Honor Your Ancestors And The Great Spirit Written by: Eagle Vale | Distributed: 2007-06-20 | Word Count: 605 | Page Views: 33 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 2.56 As Native Americans, we share an experience. We share a belief in the Great Spirit, a respect for our ancestors and a community spirit that cannot be taken away from us, as our land has been since the 'settlement' of the Americas over five hundred years ago.