3-minute guide to the Bill of Rights – Belinda Stutzman
Have you spent much time looking at The Bill of Rights? If you have or if you have not, it is always good to review this information from time to time. I found this video on TedEd’s YouTube page. This three minute guide walks you through the first 10 amendments of the US Constitution (The [...]
Watch & Learn →What are condolences?
When someone experiences the loss of a loved one to give them your condolences is a way of expressing sympathy for the person in sorrow. Being on the receiving end of condolences eases a bit of the pain of the loss knowing that people are behind you and supporting you in your sadness. Have you ever [...]
Watch & Learn →What does compatible mean?
Often times people say that opposites attract. People with distinctly different personalities are drawn to one another because they complement each other to create a harmonious pair. People who work together well are considered compatible. I would consider my husband and I very compatible partners. Do you have anyone who you feel you are compatible [...]
Watch & Learn →What is coercion?
Being forced to do something is never fun. When someone coerces you they are using power, intimidation or threats to control you and make you act in a certain way. An example of coercion would be if your boss told you to finish a project by Friday or you would not receive your Christmas bonus. Have you ever been coerced? [...]
Watch & Learn →What is castigate?
No one likes to face negative consequences for their actions, and the worst of all consequences is to be punished. A severe version of punishment is the verb castigate. You might say that a terrorist is castigated for his crimes. Have you ever been castigated or severely punished? Was that video helpful? If so (or if not), [...]
Watch & Learn →What is a buffoon?
Clowns are goofy and they like to make people laugh by acting silly. Some might say they are buffoons. Calling someone a buffoon in regular life is not a very nice thing to say, but it refers to someone who is ridiculous, a fool or even stupid. Have you ever met someone who acted like [...]
Watch & Learn →What is a bobblehead?
A bobblehead is a type of toy that typically has a stiff body and a large wobbly head that moves back and forth. My dad gave me and my husband a bobblehead toy on our wedding day that was created to look especially like us. What is your favorite type of toy? Was that video helpful? If so (or [...]
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