How to Find the Right Hawaii Chinese Tutor

How to Find the Right Hawaii Chinese TutorThe only way to really ensure you get the best deal on your Hawaii Chinese Tutor is to find the right one. Choosing the right Chinese tutor is not an easy thing to do, as there are so many different types of Chinese tutors to choose from.Before you can find the right Hawaii Chinese tutor for you, you first need to understand what a tutor actually is. A Chinese tutor usually works with students who are studying Chinese for education purposes, and they will be able to help you learn how to speak Mandarin. They can also teach you how to use the many symbols that are used in Chinese, as well as other Chinese language facts.Some of the most popular places where you can get a Hawaii Chinese tutor are online. There are literally thousands of Chinese tutors who will teach you everything from how to look for hotel chains to how to use foreign currency. Many of them also offer courses on living in a foreign country. When you go to an online tutor's web site, you will be able to find out about their different experiences as well as the different types of Chinese that they are able to teach you.When choosing a Chinese tutor, it is also important to make sure that you choose someone who is certified by the Chinese government. This is one way that you can be sure that you are getting the best value for your money. If you are having trouble finding a tutor, then you may want to make sure that they are certified by the Chinese Ministry of Education. This certification is important because it is the official certification that each tutor receives.Because of the vast number of different places that you can find a tutor, it is also important to make sure that you choose a teacher who has experience teaching to students who live in Hawaii. It is very common for students to be from all over the world, so it is important that they have an excellent Chinese tutor. Also, it is important to make sure that the tutor has a good reputation, as it i s very easy to find a bad one who does not really know anything about Chinese language.To get the best possible service, it is important to compare several different tutors before choosing one. For example, if you were going to hire a tutor to come to your house for a few weeks, it would be much better to have a tutor that was going to visit several different locations, as they will be able to give you an insight into what you would experience in your own home. Furthermore, it is also important to find a tutor who is certified by the State Department.Having a good Chinese tutor is a great way to learn how to speak Mandarin, and learning a foreign language can be very rewarding. Therefore, it is important to make sure that you choose the right one.

Japanese Food Specialities

Japanese Food Specialities The Delights of Japanese Food ChaptersWhat is Traditional Japanese Food?The Diversity of Cuisine Throughout JapanHow is Japanese Food Adapted Around the World?The Top Ten Japanese Recipes You Can Try at HomeThe people of Japan enjoy an amazing statistic: they lead the world in life expectancy.It is not uncommon for Japanese men and women to live past the century mark; in fact, Japan holds the record for the highest number of centenarians.Is it because they enjoy a high quality of life? Because they exercise regularly? Because they live by a firm moral code and hold deep spiritual beliefs?Surely those elements play a part in prolonging life but another factor most likely weighs heavier on how the Japanese manage to live for so long and maintain relatively good health: their diet.Traditional Japanese food is low in complex carbohydrates and saturated fats â€" low in any kind of fat, for that matter.The emphasis on freshness defines Japanese cuisine.From shrimp that flail as you eat them to just-sliced sashimi and s ucculent sushi, there is virtually no processing involved in preparing a standard Japanese meal.As if that weren't healthy enough, there is the array of fermented components: miso, natto and tsukemono; even soy sauce is fermented.These ingredients are said to help boost immunity and improve digestion; there is even an indication that such foods can boost cognitive function.For these reasons alone, a close examination of the Japanese diet is warranted. Your Superprof obliges by uncovering facet of Japanese food that might as yet be unknown to you.Grab your chopsticks and get ready to drool! We’re off to explore the wonders of Japanese cuisine.Most other cultures tend to identify the dishes they prefer by the regions they hail from â€" Mexican food, Italian food and so on.And, to our knowledge, no other culture identifies their food as harmonious.By contrast, the Japanese have a single, comprehensive word to identify what defines traditional Japanese cuisine, with all that it entail s.Washoku literally means ‘harmonious food to eat’.As it happens, the first ideogram of its name represents 'harmony' as well as 'Japanese'... but it defies logic that they would call their own food Japanese.After all, we don’t label our food as English and, while we might identify French bread by that appellate, it would be highly likely that French people would simple call it bread, wouldn't it?Besides, if you take into consideration the overall culture; the spiritual beliefs that call for harmony and balance, identifying a washoku meal in the manner above makes perfect sense.So, what exactly is washoku, besides the designation of traditional Japanese food culture?This philosophy places emphasis on freshness and balance of tastes and textures; the essential formula is ‘a soup and three sides’; what is called ichiju-sansai.The soup would most likely be miso, although other dashi broth soups may feature. Another standard component would be the bowl of rice and the pickled vegetable, used as a palate cleanser between bites.Search for the best cooking classes London on Superprof's platform.The three sides may be served either as a set menu in a restaurant or, if dining with friends at home, could be:grilled meat or fishsushi and sashimi (or one without the other)tempura â€" battered and fried vegetables or meattofu â€" can be fried tofu or a different bean curd preparationseasonal vegetablesShould you venture into a high-end restaurant in Japan with a bit of extra money in your pocket, you may elect to experience kaiseki â€" the art of washoku dining at its most formal.Did you know there is an entire article about the rituals of formal dining in Japan as well as more about Japanese cuisine in general?The tonsatsu has been adapted from Dutch cuisine to suit Japanese tastes Image by takedahrs from PixabayThe Diversity of Cuisine Throughout JapanIn spite of the fact that, a long time ago, the Chinese revolutionised Japan, since then, Japanese culture has set out to define herself: in dress, art, language... and especially in her cuisine and food etiquette.One major factor that has impacted what people eat across the archipelago known as Japan is the Buddhist philosophy that no living animal shall be harmed.The Chinese, moving through the Korean peninsula, ‘imported’ the teachings of the Buddha to Japan around 550 CE.  This belief system started a gradual turning away from eating meat until even fish became taboo.The Japanese people had effectively become vegan and remained so for hundreds of years.Around the mid-19th century, what is known as the Meiji Restoration period, that emperor had many ideas that ran counter to the shogun leadership that had isolated the country for so long.He contended that outside ideas are good for Japan; they would help advance society. One of the good ideas he embraced was eating meat.He reasoned that the Dutch traders who visited the islands were so much bigger and stronger than his subjects becaus e of their diet.Find best cooking courses around thanks to Superprof.Soon, Japanese chefs were incorporating Dutch fare into their repertoire; tonkatsu, a breaded, fried pork cutlet soon earned its place as a staple of the Japanese food line-up, as well as tempura dishes.And so, yoshoku cuisine was born, eventually â€" and still, to this day coexisting alongside the more traditional washoku art of food in Japan.Did you know that tempura is not authentically Japanese?To learn more of its true origins, along with what defines washoku versus yoshoku cuisine and how to tell you where in Japan you are by the food on your plate, please direct yourself to our companion article.How is Japanese Food Adapted Around the World?As great as it would be to do so, we’ve not eaten at every single Japanese restaurant outside of Japan.For that matter, we’ve not eaten at every single restaurant inside of Japan, either.But we did get a decent sampling; enough to be able to distinguish between authen tic Japanese food eaten in Japan and food billed as Japanese elsewhere in the world.The first standout is in the presentation: it is common in Japanese restaurants (and households) to keep foods separate.Let’s say you ordered a standard meal: miso soup with three sides.Naturally, the soup ingredients would be combined, but then, you would have one small bowl for pickled vegetables, one small bowl for fresh vegetables and a small plate for the protein offering â€" tofu or fish. And a rice bowl, of course.Again, as assert: that 'segregation' is not true in every instance.Noodle dishes such as donburi and ramen combine ingredients. Stir fry would obviously entail combining ingredients; even sushi is a combination of fish and rice, sometimes wrapped in nori (seaweed).Still, if you’re in Japanese metro station or convenience store, you may find your eye straying to strikingly arranged, prepared meals for sale. Don’t disregard the fact that each bit of food sits in its own well!In f act, the bento box - a lunch box divided into small compartments, is so constructed for the purpose to keeping elements of a meal separate.To discover more amazing facts about Japanese food and authentic Japanese cuisine, feel free to indulge in our longer article.Discover how you can prepare an authentic Japanese feast for your next dinner party! Image by rawpixel from PixabayThe Top Ten Japanese Recipes You Can Try at HomeAre you a fan of chicken teriyaki? Do you crave your weekly California roll?Would you like to learn how to cook that beef sukiyaki or shrimp tempura you order every time you go to your favourite Japanese restaurant?If so, you will be delighted to know that most Japanese foods require little in the way of ingredients â€" certainly no salt, spices or garlic.On the other hand, the ingredients used in traditional Japanese food preparation are not generally sold in mainstream grocery outlets, so you might have to make a trip to your local Asian food store.While there, plan on stocking up on bean paste, fish flakes, rice wine and sesame oil.You might even pick up some wasabi while you’re there; there is a good chance that the stuff you bought at Tesco has more ingredients than it should...Also, don’t forget to pick up some Japanese rice and load up on fresh vegetables â€" especially green onion and, while you’re at it, a few jars of pickled daikon.You may also need a few kitchen tools before you start your Japanese culinary adventure: chopsticks, rice bowls and a sushi mat if you’re planning to try your hand at rolling sushi.Speaking of sushi...Did you know that those rice-wrapped treats are not authentically Japanese?Authentic sushi is essentially a strip of fish overlaying a small rice ball. Some might have a nori wrap on the outside.To learn how to make authentic sushi as well as other tasty Japanese creations, you can follow this ‘top-ten’ list of Japanese food recipes.Japanese food is healthy, balanced and emphasises harmony betw een the dishes as well as the consumer with his food.The colours, tastes, textures and flavours of real Japanese food underscore humans’ relationship with their environment.Instead of looking to mass production to feed the nation, local, seasonal and fresh - eating what is available is the focus of the Japanese food industry.Delicately handled to let natural flavours shine rather than layering everything in spices and sauces...The Japanese attitude toward food and nourishment allows for little waste yet supports the need for more than mere sustenance... all while showing reverence to ancient practices and beliefs.Sounds almost too good to be true, doesn’t it?

A Thanksgiving English Listening Exercise

A Thanksgiving English Listening Exercise In the United States this Thursday many of us  will gather together with friends and family to eat a great feast. It is a time when we (ideally) come  together to be thankful for our lives, our families, and our opportunities.It is also  a time when friends and family with  different views, beliefs and religions sit around a table and try to share a meal. Combine the potential for family arguments  with the difficult task of cooking  a giant turkey without burning it, and you have a recipe for a holiday disaster.The scene below from Saturday Night Live humorously captures some of the arguments about race and religion you might hear around dining room tables in the United States this  Thanksgiving, and combines it with Adeles new album, which everyone seems to agree on.Answer the listening questions below in comments and we will respond.Name all the things they are thankful for.Who did she see at the grocery store?What was she picking up from the store?Why is it your friends keep ____ ____ the police?Why does she ask him the offensive question?The Grandfather, Very interesting ______, this.What two things are ready?___ __ everyone!What does the above sentence mean?Are there any special feasts in your country that bring friends and family together? Is it common to have these types of disagreements at those special occasion dinners?Thanksgiving vocabulary:Autumn   The third season of the year, when crops and fruits are gathered and leaves fall, in the northern hemisphere from September to November and in the southern hemisphere from March to May: Carve To  cut (cooked meat) into slices for eating. Corn Cranberry sauce Feast   A large meal, typically one in celebration of something. Example: A wedding feast. Grateful Feeling or showing an appreciation of kindness; to thankful. Example: Im very grateful to you for all your help. Gravy Harvest   The process or period of gathering crops when the growing season has finished. Pilgrim Pumpkin pie Stuffing Turkey Yam

November - HEART NOTABLES - Heart Math Tutoring

November - HEART NOTABLES - Heart Math Tutoring November HEART NOTABLES November HEART NOTABLES November 15, 2013 Logistics Thanksgiving Break is 11/27 â€" 11/29. Tutor as scheduled on Monday 11/25, but NO TUTORING on Tuesday 11/26 due to class parties and other school events. Winter Break is 12/23 â€" 1/3, with school and tutoring starting back on 1/6. If your holiday travel plans extend beyond the school’s break and you will miss tutoring sessions, please let me know so that we can make arrangements for your students. See full list of school holidays here or in grid form here. Please bring back the take-home notebooks you no longer need. Tutoring Tips Remember the Word Problems, located in the lower right section of the lesson plans. They help to review important prior concepts and reinforce students’ ability to apply the math. Goals. Does your student know what he/she is practicing? Ask and find out. If your student believes he/she is practicing “connecting cubes” or “hiding game,” he/she needs a review of the concept goals. Your students can take ownership of their learning once they identify the math skills they are trying to learn. Just like for the rest of us, knowing the target helps students meet it. (Check the title of the notebook and all of the goals on the cover page to make sure your student is grasping the concept.) Hold students to high expectations by helping them use complete sentences when answering questions. This is invaluable for language development, student confidence in class, and our ability to discern their understanding of the math. Continue to encourage hard work and perseverance. Learning requires willingness to work hard as concepts get difficult, so praise students when they persevere in the face of a challenge. Keep having fun! Your students are so happy to see you each week. More Resources This article describes Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools’ 2012/13 test scores and the elevated expectations of rigor and critical thinking associated with new national standards. HEART’s curriculum supports the Common Core standards described in the article. Just for Fun HEART Volunteer Mixer â€" This Thursday November 21st, 6PM, Carolina Ale House (210 South College Street at 4th Street and College Street) This is very casual and simply a chance for anyone who is free and interested to meet other tutors, share stories of your students, and celebrate progress. Friends and family are welcome. RSVP here or just show up. Visit HEART Tutoring’s Facebook page!

?? 7 Internet Safety Tips You Need to Teach Your Children

?? 7 Internet Safety Tips You Need to Teach Your Children 7 Internet Safety Tips You Need to Teach Your Children Internet exposure amongst the young is at its peak. Now, it is almost impossible to keep childrenoffline thanks to the ease of access by phones, computers, tablets, games consoles, TVs and evenwatches. Unless children are separated from their peers and denied these devices, the internet iswithin arm’s reach.The lesson for adults here is not to keep children away from the internet, which will likely causethem to rebel, but instead teach internet safety to ensure they are in a safe space online. This is theduty not only of parents, but of all adults that are responsible for children at some point, teachers, grandparents and so on.Here are seven internet safety lessons that are vital for children to know.1. Stranger DangerAn important lesson in life and online, stranger danger. Face-to-face strangers are an easier dangerto convey - if a child doesn’t recognise a person they know to avoid them and get help. Online, however, there is the added dimension of anonymity. Anyone can be any one on the internet. As it isimpossible to avoid every stranger online, it is imperative that children are instead taught whatstranger behaviour to be wary of.Children are most likely to come across strangers on social media sites, messaging apps, chat rooms,email, internet-connected games. Parents can keep an eye on these channels and get their children to explain how they know each person they are in contact with online. Any red flags should beinvestigated and, if necessary, reported.Make sure they are also aware that who they are speaking to online may not be who they say theyare. Celebrity or child impersonators is not unheard of and is an easy way for someone dangerous toget in contact with children; gaining trust and possibly, an open door to groom a child.Children should be taught that if anyone online asks for a picture or to meet offline, they shouldalert an adult immediately.2. Don’t Open Unknown LinksThis is something some adults are still guilty of, opening unknown lin ks. This isn’t necessarilyreferring to pop up ad links or spam emails (although these should be avoided too) but links fromfriends on social media platforms that may also be unsafe.Accounts can be hacked and viruses can cause links to be sent from an apparent known source,giving children a false sense of security when confronted with them. Once they have been clicked itcan either give a hacker access to their account/ computer or send a virus to the user’s device, bothof which are risks to private information.If a child isn’t expecting to be sent something from a friend, the link has no accompanying text or thetext seems out of context, make sure they ask the sender what the link leads to and if they meant tosend it; otherwise it is best to avoid clicking on it.Links from unknown sources should always be avoided.3. What to Do If You See Something BadThe internet is host to the good, the bad and the worst. Most of the time users can get where theyneed to go without stumbling up on unpleasant content in the corners of the web. New users mayhowever not be as privvy and could end up seeing something that makes them feel uncomfortable orunsafe. In these instances, it is best to encourage children to be honest about finding this contentand tell a responsible adult.When teaching this to a child it is essential that a tone of support is used, rather than one of judgment. If a child believes they are going to be in trouble for seeing this content they are lesslikely to report it and in turn, keep other negative online experiences a secret.4. Keep Private Information PrivateAlthough it seems like an obvious point, it must be stressed to children that private informationshould remain private. This includes passwords, any financial details, their address, their phonenumber, their school and even their birthday. Anything that can be used to either access accounts orgive strangers leverage to make a connection with a child should be kept out of conversationsonline.5. B eware Of TrollsNot creatures that live under a bridge, but anonymous online users who make it their mission tocause upset and spread negativity, often through commenting. Trolls cannot be avoided on publicplatforms or even on social media platforms, leaving messages of disdain with intent to anger asmany people as possible. Children must be taught to ignore their comments and get an adult toreport the poster.Experiences with trolls can be upsetting, particularly for young children who may not understandthere is no reason behind their actions. Encourage children to speak to a trusted adult when theycome across a troll, discuss the comment and their feelings, reassuring them that these commentsare not real.6. CyberbullyingAs children, the adults of today only had to fear bullies on the playground, whereas childrennowadays have the added fear of being confronted by bullies in the comfort of their own home viathe internet.Cyberbullying has become an international issue and is partially to blame for the rise in mentalhealth issues in the younger generation. This is why it is the job of responsible adults at school andat home to teach the dangers of cyberbullying.There is no need to sugar coat the truth on this matter as it is necessary for the children tounderstand the impact of things said online, and the reach of these comments/ photos/ videos.Children who are being bullied online should be persuaded to report these incidences as soon aspossible and be made aware that they have a safe space to talk about these issues.7. Be Careful of What You Put On the WebLong gone are the days of passing notes around a classroom. Nowadays the first instinct is to puteverything online. What you are eating for breakfast, photos of your dog, where you are at the timeof posting and so on, are all shared to the masses. However, it is a common misconception thatwhen a post or video is deleted, it is gone forever. There is no telling how many times it appearsonline, who saved a copy o r shared it around.Children should be aware of the dangers web content possesses, particularly if it is something thatmay upset someone else. If in doubt, don’t post it.Tips for Grown-upsKid Safe Search EnginesThere are a number of kid-safe search engines that can help parents and teachers out with saferbrowsing. Kiddle, developed by Google, will automatically block obscene and mature content fromyoung users. It also has an image search, a kid’s version of Wikipedia, video search and a newfeature.There are a number of child friendly search engines like Kiddle, such as Wacky Safe and KidRex.Airplane ModeAirplane mode will stop children accidently making purchases from mobile devices. This way theycan use them and have fun, without the danger to the bank balance.Parental ControlsAn obvious one but parental controls are a must. Make sure there are pins and passwords foreverything you do not want children having free reign on. Individual websites will also allow you toswitch on safe search, giving extra protection against inappropriate content.Set BoundariesBeing plugged in 24/7 isn’t healthy for anyone, particularly children. Set online boundaries forchildren, for example, hours they are allowed to be online and hours they need to be offline. Thiswill minimise their risk exposure.Author Bio:Debbie Irvine is a mother herself and a digital specialist working for Teach.

How One Girls Love for Reading Led Her to Become the Scripps National Spelling Bee Winner

How One Girl’s Love for Reading Led Her to Become the Scripps National Spelling Bee Winner How One Girl’s Love for Reading Led Her to Become the Scripps National Spelling Bee Winner “Children are made readers on the laps of their parents.”â€"Emilie Buchwald Anupama began reading to her daughter, Ananya, as a baby. She would take her to the public library every week to pick out books to take home. Reading became a special bonding moment between the mother and daughter. Little did Anupama know, she was helping Ananya develop a love for reading that would eventually play a role in her becoming the 2017 Scripps National Spelling Bee Winner. Ananya, now 12 years old, credits her interest in spelling to her love for reading. Through books she discovered many genres, which opened her eyes to the world around her at a very young age. She really enjoys reading Greek myths. The stories help her find an interesting way to remember a lot of different words. She particularly likes the word ‘mnemonic.’ It comes from the Greek Goddess Mnemosyne, the Goddess of Memory, and refers to any learning technique that aids information retention in human memory. It’s safe to say that Ananya has a pretty good memory herself. We had the unique opportunity to talk with her about her whirlwind national spelling bee experience. What was it like to win the Scripps National Spelling Bee? It was a culmination of all of my hard work. My dream came true and I was really happy when it happened. When I heard the final word, I immediately knew I was going to win. It just took me a little bit to process the fact that I had actually won. What did you do to prepare for the competition? There are published lists online that are good resources, so I started studying those words to get the experience that I needed. I studied for about two to three hours every day. At first, I read the words from the list and then read and listened to the pronunciation. As I improved, I changed my method to something that would help increase my retention of the words. I would type up the words from the dictionary into a document, listen to the pronunciation, read over the information to understand the language of origin and how that or the root of the word affected the spelling. Were you able to pull upon your experience in Kumon throughout the process? Kumon taught me a lot of words, but that was just one aspect. The daily discipline I learned in Kumon really helped me in my training. The repetition and the process you take for each task translated into how I prepared for the spelling bee. What did you enjoy most about Kumon? Because of my love for reading, the Kumon Reading Program was definitely my favorite. It really intrigued my initial interest in books and helped develop my passion for reading even further. I really liked all of the reading excerpts that were included in the program because it was a great way to introduce me to even more words and new books. I’ve pretty much read all of the books on the Kumon Recommended Reading List. How did Kumon’s advance study help you in school? I started doing Level J in the 5th grade. Doing high school math at that time was really challenging, but it helped me in school because I had already seen all of the concepts. The practice just reinforced them. I was already used to thinking critically when it came time to do certain critical thinking and analysis in school. Because of that, it wasn’t hard for me to think deeper about text or language. Because I was so advanced in Kumon, I was able to do a lot of my homework at school, which freed up a lot of my time to study for the spelling bee when I got home. Ananya said that spelling to her is like an adventure sport. There’s fun, exhilaration and tension at the same time. Now that she’s won the Scripps National Spelling Bee, she wants to start focusing on her next adventureâ€"math and science competitions. We look forward to following her continued success. “I know it’s only a small victory in the grand scheme of the things and I may not save the world, but I would like to take this as a new beginning.”â€"Ananya You might also be interested in: This Regional Spelling Bee Winner is Motivated by Success This Young Reading Program Completer Developed a Love for Literature in Kumon Happy Read Across America Day! Kick-off National Reading Month by Celebrating Dr. Seuss’ Birthday With These Fun Activities Three-Time Spelling Bee Champion Always Welcomes a Challenge How One Girl’s Love for Reading Led Her to Become the Scripps National Spelling Bee Winner How One Girl’s Love for Reading Led Her to Become the Scripps National Spelling Bee Winner “Children are made readers on the laps of their parents.”â€"Emilie Buchwald Anupama began reading to her daughter, Ananya, as a baby. She would take her to the public library every week to pick out books to take home. Reading became a special bonding moment between the mother and daughter. Little did Anupama know, she was helping Ananya develop a love for reading that would eventually play a role in her becoming the 2017 Scripps National Spelling Bee Winner. Ananya, now 12 years old, credits her interest in spelling to her love for reading. Through books she discovered many genres, which opened her eyes to the world around her at a very young age. She really enjoys reading Greek myths. The stories help her find an interesting way to remember a lot of different words. She particularly likes the word ‘mnemonic.’ It comes from the Greek Goddess Mnemosyne, the Goddess of Memory, and refers to any learning technique that aids information retention in human memory. It’s safe to say that Ananya has a pretty good memory herself. We had the unique opportunity to talk with her about her whirlwind national spelling bee experience. What was it like to win the Scripps National Spelling Bee? It was a culmination of all of my hard work. My dream came true and I was really happy when it happened. When I heard the final word, I immediately knew I was going to win. It just took me a little bit to process the fact that I had actually won. What did you do to prepare for the competition? There are published lists online that are good resources, so I started studying those words to get the experience that I needed. I studied for about two to three hours every day. At first, I read the words from the list and then read and listened to the pronunciation. As I improved, I changed my method to something that would help increase my retention of the words. I would type up the words from the dictionary into a document, listen to the pronunciation, read over the information to understand the language of origin and how that or the root of the word affected the spelling. Were you able to pull upon your experience in Kumon throughout the process? Kumon taught me a lot of words, but that was just one aspect. The daily discipline I learned in Kumon really helped me in my training. The repetition and the process you take for each task translated into how I prepared for the spelling bee. What did you enjoy most about Kumon? Because of my love for reading, the Kumon Reading Program was definitely my favorite. It really intrigued my initial interest in books and helped develop my passion for reading even further. I really liked all of the reading excerpts that were included in the program because it was a great way to introduce me to even more words and new books. I’ve pretty much read all of the books on the Kumon Recommended Reading List. How did Kumon’s advance study help you in school? I started doing Level J in the 5th grade. Doing high school math at that time was really challenging, but it helped me in school because I had already seen all of the concepts. The practice just reinforced them. I was already used to thinking critically when it came time to do certain critical thinking and analysis in school. Because of that, it wasn’t hard for me to think deeper about text or language. Because I was so advanced in Kumon, I was able to do a lot of my homework at school, which freed up a lot of my time to study for the spelling bee when I got home. Ananya said that spelling to her is like an adventure sport. There’s fun, exhilaration and tension at the same time. Now that she’s won the Scripps National Spelling Bee, she wants to start focusing on her next adventureâ€"math and science competitions. We look forward to following her continued success. “I know it’s only a small victory in the grand scheme of the things and I may not save the world, but I would like to take this as a new beginning.”â€"Ananya You might also be interested in: This Regional Spelling Bee Winner is Motivated by Success This Young Reading Program Completer Developed a Love for Literature in Kumon Happy Read Across America Day! Kick-off National Reading Month by Celebrating Dr. Seuss’ Birthday With These Fun Activities Three-Time Spelling Bee Champion Always Welcomes a Challenge

Irvine College Prep 5 Reasons to Love Your Target School

Irvine College Prep 5 Reasons to Love Your Target School Tips From An Irvine College Admissions Consultant: 5 Reasons to Love Your Target School Most high school seniors will end up attending one of their target schools. Theres a reason theyre called ‘target’ after all because theyre the ones that students’ grades and test scores most align to. There are so many great things about choosing one of these types of colleges to continue an education and find a great career. Applicants should be excited to have been accepted to any number of their target schools because there are so many reasons to love this option still applying to college? Our experienced Irvine college admissions consultants are here to help you get into your dream University. 1.   A good academic fit First off, target schools are almost always a good academic fit for a student. The amount of studying and assignments required to be successful is generally something that a student is used to, based on their high school GPA and college entrance exam scores. The university will have felt that the student was more than capable of handling a college level workload before handing out acceptance. Students who accept a place at one of their target schools can count on being a good academic fit based on what the school requires. 2.   Social networking Every college and university will offer students an opportunity to social network and make connections for the benefit of their future career. Students should definitely check out the social opportunities available on campus and pick out a couple of clubs or organization they would like to join. Its important to look at clubs that have something to do with the student’s major field of study but also to look outside of their part of campus and network with students in other fields. Whether a student is attending a small liberal arts college or a giant research university there will be plenty of opportunities to social network. 3.   Time for a work-life balance Students who attend a target school should also look forward to a fairly decent work-life balance. Because their current academic abilities are on par with what the university expects, students should have at least some time to relax and recharge once they adjust to their initial schedule. A work-life balance is really important for a college student because, if they are studying 24/7, they wont have time to enjoy the other benefits of college life such as socializing, being part of the community, and meeting people from around the globe. Additionally, students need time to simply relax and get enough sleep so they can handle next week’s work load (READ: 5 Signs You Need An Irvine Math Tutor In College). 4.   Choosing a major Students should also get excited about eventually choosing a major field of study to concentrate on. If a student is at one of their target schools they should have the opportunity to take a few classes outside of their initial interests and discover what they would like to spend the next 30 years of their life working on. Choosing a major is a very careful selection and students are encouraged to play to their strengths and talents but also think about what type of salary and lifestyle they would like to have once they graduate from college. Some fields require a Masters degree or PhD while others offer good starting salaries right after graduation. 5.   Being on par with your peers Another great thing about attending a target school is that a student will be on par with the competition. Some schools encourage teamwork while others prefer students to compete for grades and status. Either way, students in this situation will be in a good position to do well, maintain a good GPA, and make connections but also be able to compete with the other students in their year. Having peers that can challenge a student but also help them succeed is a really important aspect of university life. Our private Irvine college admissions consultants have a 97% success rate. Let us help you get into your dream school. All blog entries, with the exception of guest bloggers, are written by Tutor Nerds. Are you an education professional? If so, email us at pr@tutornerds.com for guest blogging and collaborations. We want to make this the best free education resource in SoCal, so feel free to suggest what you would like to see us write.

Dealing with Social Anxiety You Are Not Alone

Dealing with Social Anxiety You Are Not Alone Image via. https://pixabay.com/en/stress-anxiety-depression-unhappy-2902537/ First and foremost, there is no shame in asking for help. If anything, it is admirable and it is necessary. Asking for help looks different for different individuals. Let’s talk about your friends first. Whether you are in college, post-graduate life, high school, etc., you need to have your friends by your side and you need to be honest with them about what you’re going through. I’m not saying that you need to befriend your entire dorm room building; I’m saying that you need at least a few best friends who can hold your hand when you’re out in a social situation that gives you heart palpitations. You want to find your person (or people) who will hug you and hold you if the social anxiety becomes too much and who will stay with you regardless if you are at a fun party or class or anything else. You need your people who you can wake up at 6:00 am telling them you are having a panic attack and they will run to your aid without asking any questions. Another way of asking for help and dealing with social anxiety is through therapy, counseling, support groups, etc. I am a firm believer that if every single person in the world were in therapy that the world would be a much better place. Therapy and counseling can help you in so many ways. Not only do you have a space where you can say anything without fear of judgment and without fear of other people finding out, but your therapist/counselor can give you tools that can help you in certain social situations. Professional help really does wonders and, if you get the tools from a therapist, you will be able to not just survive social situations, but rather thrive in social situations. Most universities offer services for students in this department, but there is also a lot to be said about finding someone off campus to talk to (it helps you steer away from campus politics and gives you a fresh and new place and person to talk to). Just remember, if you choose to take this route, honesty is the only option and you must be honest about your social anxiety when talking to your therapist/counselor. Family is forever and, because of this, it can be the most difficult thing in the world to be honest with them about what’s going on with you. Your family will want to help and they only become another network in your support group of coping with social anxiety. If you are entering a social situation and you can’t find your friends to talk to, call your mom, dad, sister, brother, or whoever (I’ve done this so many times). They will want to help. The larger your support system the better. Even if you aren’t with your family as much as you are with your friends (especially for out-of-state students), they will be there for you through FaceTime, text message, and I guarantee they would come visit on any weekend you needed them to, especially a high-stress social weekend. Be honest with your family because the more that they know the more they can help; they can’t be there for you if they don’t know what’s going on. Having a large support system is huge, but another great way to cope in social situations is through regular deep breathing, meditating, and a consistent exercise regimen. All of these things will help to lessen anxiety and they give you an outlet for when you are feeling particularly anxious. For example, if you’re in class and you were unexpectantly called on by a teacher and you are feeling particularly anxious, take five minutes to do some deep breathing right at your seat. It doesn’t make a scene and you can do the breathing without people noticing. There are also apps that help you with this, like Head Space, so that you can make deep breathing/meditating a part of your everyday routine. Image via. https://pixabay.com/en/emotions-sorrow-emotional-view-2764936/ The biggest takeaway message I want to give you all is that you are not alone. Even at times where you feel like the world is crumbling at your feet, you aren’t alone. There are people who are there for you, like friends, family, a therapist, or even a random person on the street. There are numbers you can call if it all becomes too much. Just remember, you aren’t alone and you do have people in your corner. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 Suicide Crisis Hotline: 1-800-999-9999 Help Finding a Therapist: 1-800-843-7274 National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI): 1-800-950-6264

The Types of Organic Chemistry Synthesis Reactions

The Types of Organic Chemistry Synthesis ReactionsOrganic chemistry synthesis reactions can be performed in a wide variety of ways, but they are not all the same. Some reactions are going to be much simpler than others. This article will discuss how to combine two different chemistry synthesis reactions for the best results.The selenium reaction is extremely simple and it has many applications. It is responsible for many of the blue chemicals which we have in our everyday life. It also has a very high melting point, so when it is mixed with calcium or potassium it will turn to a soft ball. The selenium is found in silver and is also used in many industrial applications such as the production of explosives. Sometimes selenium is needed in other chemical reactions, but sometimes you want to try another synthesis reaction.The sulfur and hydrogen combination is also very simple and does not usually need to be combined with anything else. However, when sulfur and hydrogen are combined the y make sulfuric acid. You can use this acid in a couple of different ways.You can mix the sulfuric acid with water and create a water-soluble compound, which you can then use to hydrate some other chemical compounds. You will have to add an oxidizer to the reaction before it produces the desired compounds. The sulfuric acid reaction is very similar to the selenium reaction in that both involve the addition of sulfuric acid to an anhydrous sulfur. Also, it is important to understand that although sulfur is the oxidizing agent in both the selenium and sulfur combination, sulfur is used in organic synthesis reactions.The acidification process for the formation of chlorinated hydrocarbons is actually quite a long boiling process. The two chemicals react by producing a chloride byproduct, which is then re-oxidized using water as the reducing agent. This reaction can also be used to create various forms of alcohols, which can be used in a variety of organic synthesis reactions. You may ne ed to add boron, which is often necessary in these types of organic synthesis reactions. However, you should always remember that you do not have to add any of the important chemicals for the reaction to occur.These organic chemistry synthesis reactions can all be very easily combined, so it is not hard to understand why they are so useful. They are also simple to perform and if you are not sure what the reaction will produce, then it can simply be mixed with something else to get the desired product. If you are uncertain of how to combine two different synthesis reactions, you may want to consult an organic chemist.Organic chemistry synthesis reactions can be performed in a wide variety of ways, but they are not all the same. Sometimes one reaction will be much simpler than the other, but in general they all can be used in conjunction to produce different types of compounds.