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"Some HTML is OK" in comments on Flickr (Allowed HTML, 2012.02.06).

"The World Factbook provides information on the history, people, government, economy, geography, communications, transportation, military, and transnational issues for 267 world entities" (Welcome to the World Factbook, ¶1). "Unless a copyright is indicated, information on the Central Intelligence Agency Web site is in the public domain and may be reproduced, published or otherwise used without the Central Intelligence Agency's permission. We request only that the Central Intelligence Agency be cited as the source of the information and that any photo credits or bylines be similarly credited to the photographer or author or Central Intelligence Agency, as appropriate" (Copyright Notice, ¶1)

1000 images on the tip of my tongue is an interactive site focusing on idiomatic expressions that have the same meaning in French, English and Spanish, but cannot be translated word for word. This trilingual directory provides more than 1000 idiomatic phrases classified according to themes. Each of them is inserted into a short text which illustrates its meaning and contains a digital audio file. Listening to the file allows to fully understand all the various shades in the pronunciation. The site also includes exercises and games as well as brief, humorous animations which contribute to the discovery of the fascinating world of colourful expressions.

Script to generate HTML and plain text attributions for Flickr images with Creative Commons licences

Photos of happy, smiling faces on patient education websites may engage readers, but they also may have a negative impact on older adults' comprehension of vital health information, especially those elderly patients who are the least knowledgeable about their medical condition to begin with, suggests a new study.

"Here are Kemple's tips-including how to stabilize your shooting, optimizing for iOS5 features, apps for extreme environments, tethering to send dispatches, and dealing with low light-so we all can shoot more like the pros. Just don't forget to put your iPhone in airplane mode. -Mary Anne Potts" (¶ 4, retrieved 2012.01.19)

The Smiling Stars curriculum is a complete solution to the Modern Preschool Education.The Smiling Stars education has gained rapid popularity in last few years. The Smiling Stars curriculum provides well-planned schedule for teaching the children with care and fun.

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Find a range of activities in our evening Hobby Hub where your child can grow up via learn multiple activities and develop their body language.

Following the news article, there are "Tips from Bob Steele, a retired UBC professor of art education, for parents or caregivers on using art as a tool for developing a child's literacy" (Drawing for learning, deck).

The philosophy of Child Care is to provide easy learning for kids, developed self confidence, independence and help the child to adjust in a proper school without any difficulty.

University of Houston resource with great introduction to story telling

"Migrant Stories Multiculturalism is an integral part of the nation�s fabric, with 23% of the population born overseas. The migrants made Australia their home for a variety of reasons. But as they age, they sometimes face a unique set of problems not encountered by the Australia born, including isolation, language difficulties and an inability to access essential health, transport and social services. Age reporters and photographers record the views of the now elderly migrants who left homes and families as young men and women to start a new life in Australia. Click here to download the latest flash player "

Great multimedia stories about immigrants to Oz

"Livebrush is a drawing application. It employs an easy-to-use brush tool that reacts to your gesture. By combining simple motion controls with brush styles, Livebrush offers a fun and unique way to create graphics."