Illegal weapons are smuggled from the US into Mexico every day, contributing to Mexico’s high levels of gun violence with 100,000 gun deaths over the past decade. Despite only having one licensed gun dealer in Mexico, an estimated 580 guns are smuggled out of the US daily. 70% of guns recovered by Mexican law enforcement […]
Meditation and caffeine both affect brain waves and promote concentration and memory, but meditation has more long-lasting effects and stimulates the parasympathetic system, while caffeine stimulates the sympathetic system. Meditation is shown to be the better method for increasing beneficial effects on brain function. Research has shown that meditation, a practice known to help relax […]
Similes and metaphors are figures of speech used to compare two different things. Similes use words like “like,” “as,” or “than” to show similarities between two dissimilar nouns, while metaphors state that one thing “is” another. Look for phrases that compare two different things, including abstract concepts like thoughts and behaviors. Before you can identify […]
When creating similarity lesson plans, use a poem with similes to introduce the concept, reinforce the idea with longer readings, and allow students to use similes in their own writing. Consider teaching metaphors and similes together and use mnemonic devices to help students remember the difference. To create similarity lesson plans, you should generally consider […]
