Mike West

What Can You Learn From the Animated ‘The Little Mermaid’

Why is The Little Mermaid still one of the best stories for children? If you’ve been a fan or at least saw or heard of the story before, find out in-depth the positive impacts of the classical story and the lessons it has to teach. First published in 1837, The Little Mermaid was written in ...

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'The Little Mermaid' animated movie.

Visually Impaired Pianist Honors Leeds Legend

Music isn’t for the eyes; it’s for the ears, the heart, and the soul. Learn more about how a visually impaired 13-year-old performed a piece in honor of a legendary pianist. A visually impaired pianist born in Yorkshire, Lucy Illingworth recently rose to fame as a pianist and has since been spreading her love for ...

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5 Steps for a Successful Presentation

Sometimes, giving a presentation can be one of the scariest things some people do. The good news is there are some things you can do to prepare yourself. Some people are naturally gifted at giving presentations, and others have to learn the hard way. The good news is it’s not impossible to know how to ...

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A woman giving a presentation.

Falling Fruit: Taking Food Foraging to a Whole New Level

Have you ever stopped to think if there was a website that helped people know where they can forage for food worldwide? This is precisely what the website Falling Fruit is about! While many websites circulate random concepts or are generic, Falling Fruit is a site that aims to show people worldwide the best places ...

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Apples falling from a tree.

Unlock the Secrets to Weight Loss With the Roselle Plant!

You might not have heard of the roselle plant before, and there’s a good reason behind it. Unlike other healthy plants incorporated into people’s diets, this one has a different classification. It is known for its many health benefits, especially its antioxidant properties, which can result in weight loss by decreasing fat absorption. Before that, ...

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The roselle plant.

Why Were Cinnamon Rolls Almost Banned in Denmark?

In recent years, the beloved cinnamon roll has been the subject of controversy in Denmark. Despite its widespread popularity as a sweet treat, this pastry almost faced a ban in Denmark due to concerns over its potential harm to human health. While cinnamon may seem innocuous, there are limits to how much of it our ...

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Cast iron skillet filled with freshly baked cinnamon rolls.

Top 5 Ways to Think Outside the Box

Some people struggle to “think outside the box,” and although it might seem like an extraordinary power that only a few people have, there are some techniques you can follow to promote this thought process. If you’ve thought being creative was a superpower, you might want to try the methods discussed below. Admittedly, the best ...

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Think outside the box.

History: Why It’s Important

“History repeats itself” is a famous line that often shows itself to be true. There have been certain historical events that have yet to happen again in the present. If you’re wondering if it is still relevant today, this article was made to convince you why it’s still essential. Why do people study history? History ...

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History.

How to Help a Friend Going Through a Miscarriage

Going through a miscarriage can be an extremely difficult time for most people. If you’ve got a friend going through it, you probably wonder how to support them. If you’ve experienced it, it can be easier to help a friend going through the same thing. However, if you haven’t experienced it, finding the right words ...

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Going through a miscarriage.

How Story Dogs Is Changing the Way Children Read

There have been many creative ways to get children to read, and Story Dogs is one of them. Who knew that having a pet had such a significant impact on children? Story Dogs is an inspiring program that has made waves across Australia and is now giving more parents new ideas on how to teach ...

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Story Dogs is a not-for-profit reading support initiative.