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STEAM: What Does it Mean?You’ve heard of STEM, but what is STEAM? It encompasses the same core tenets of science, technology, engineering, and math that STEM does, with the addition of an A for arts! In 2006, researcher Georgette Yakman found that the creativity and design focused thinking of the arts help contextualize STEM programs. Think of the liberal arts addition as the “who and why,” to the “what and how” of STEM.So now that you know what STEAM entails, you may be wondering how to get…
Having a family member living with dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, or another form of memory loss can be confusing for children to understand and cope with. Family dynamics may need to change to help care for the family member, and it’s normal for kids to experience a wide array of emotions. Connecting with others who have similar experiences can really help make sense of everything, and books are one of the best ways we can learn more about people and situations we relate to. Below are some…
About the Author
JEFF BARNES was born and raised in Tazewell, Virginia, in the heart of Virginia’s coalfields. Mingo was inspired by his fascination with the Matewan Massacre and the years his father spent mining coal. Jeff graduated from the College of William and Mary, with undergraduate and law degrees. He lives and practices law in Richmond, Virginia. This is his first novel.
About the book
MINGO, A NOVEL
Set against the hulking backdrop of coal-…
About the Author
JEFF BARNES was born and raised in Tazewell, Virginia, in the heart of Virginia’s coalfields. Mingo was inspired by his fascination with the Matewan Massacre and the years his father spent mining coal. Jeff graduated from the College of William and Mary, with undergraduate and law degrees. He lives and practices law in Richmond, Virginia. This is his first novel.
About the book
MINGO, A NOVEL
Set against the hulking backdrop of coal-…