Loren Christie
Contributing Writer
Loren Elizabeth Christie - L. Christie
a writer from NY
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Black Swedish Ivy
If The Bionic Plant were the name of a television show, Black Swedish Ivy would be its star. It makes a perfect houseplant for little green thumbs in training
Jan 7, 2010
- Loren Christie
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Caring for Mother-In-Law's Tongue (Sansevieria)
Some people don't bother buying houseplants because they can't seem to keep them alive. Mother-in-Law's Tongue is the perfect choice for beginners.
Jan 6, 2010
- Loren Christie
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Interests of Poet Elizabeth Oakes Smith
An interest in Spiritualism is evident in the writings of activist and poet, Elizabeth Oakes Smith. Her short memoir, Shadow Land; or The Seer, documents her dream-life.
Jan 6, 2010
- Loren Christie
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The Lectures of Elizabeth Oakes Smith
Elizabeth Oakes Smith lectured alongside early suffragists for rights that modern American women take for granted today, however, she was not your average feminist.
Jan 6, 2010
- Loren Christie
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Elizabeth Oakes Smith's Poetry
The creative writing of Elizabeth Oakes Smith, an 19th century poet, lecturer and activist, was influenced by tragic experiences at sea.
Dec 1, 2009
- Loren Christie
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Make Essay Writing Fun
Teens can be very persuasive if they want something badly. Here are some ideas for sparking enthusiasm and helping students master persuasive essay writing.
Oct 16, 2009
- Loren Christie
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Teaching Great Expectations to Reluctant Readers
Great Expectations by Charles Dickens is a hard sell to students, but if approached correctly, this classic can come alive for even the most reluctant readers.
Oct 10, 2009
- Loren Christie
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Biography of Elizabeth Oakes Smith
Like so many talented Americans, Elizabeth Oakes-Smith left this world without knowing the full impact of her life and work on society.
Oct 8, 2009
- Loren Christie
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