Afua Saafir
Afua Saafir, contributing writer, joined Suite 101 in 2009. She is a proud wife and homeschooling mom. She is passionate about learning new things each day and feels that every moment in life presents a unique opportunity for growth and development. One of her favorite mottoes states that "success consists of a series of little daily efforts".
Afua has been teaching for the past seven years and absolutely loves helping children to start on the path to reaching their full academic potential. One of her goals is to help inspire children to become life-long learners and she works hard to help them become self-motivated students. She has taught in the public school arena, the private school setting, and has even headed an in-home daycare where the children were taught using an accelerated curriculum.
Afua has also written many articles on topics that are dear to her heart. Topics include education, parenting, and healthy living. She has also created a variety of downloadable academic materials for use by teachers, parents, and homeschoolers. Afua's zeal and passion for learning is evident in her writing style and choice of subject matter.
Afua holds an Educational Specialist and a Masters Degree in School Psychology and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Child Development. She has also taken post-graduate courses in brain based learning
and behavior management.
Afua is currently homeschooling and beginning her freelance writing career.
Latest Articles
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Educational Tours of the Florida Everglades
Discover all that the Florida Everglades have to offer on an educational tour of this richly diverse part of North America.
Mar 10, 2011
- Afua Saafir
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Five Herbs to Avoid During Pregnancy or While Trying to Conceive
Many herbs are known for their therapeutic value and can be used in a myriad of ways. Some herbs should be avoided while pregnant or trying to conceive.
Jun 27, 2010
- Afua Saafir
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All About Nouns
Of course it is true that a noun is a person, place or thing. However, there is much more to know about just how this part of speech is used within the English language.
Dec 29, 2009
- Afua Saafir
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Four Ideas for Engaging Beginning Readers
One of the greatest joys in life is helping a child learn to read and write. Parents, the first teachers, can help to inspire a life-long love of literacy in children.
Oct 28, 2009
- Afua Saafir
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The Phases of the Moon
What phase is the moon in tonight? Why does the moon appear to change shape? Why isn't the moon always visible? Earth's moon is as mysterious as it is beautiful!
Oct 26, 2009
- Afua Saafir
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Cooking with Fresh Ground Turkey
Healthy eating is an essential part of living a healthy lifestyle. Fresh ground turkey can be added to many of your favorite dishes as a great alternative to ground beef.
Oct 16, 2009
- Afua Saafir
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Helping Children Master Basic Addition Facts
Many young children enjoy learning how to add. As they continue to develop, it is important to teach them to solve basic addition facts quickly, easily and accurately.
Oct 15, 2009
- Afua Saafir
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How to Make Personalized Gift Baskets
Store bought gifts can be nice, but may also be impersonal. Give a themed gift basket to a friend, co-worker, or family member and show you care in a very special way
Oct 15, 2009
- Afua Saafir
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Ideas for Making Themed Gift Baskets on a Budget
Special people deserve to be recognized in special ways. Giving hand crafted gifts (made by one's very own hands) is a wonderful way to show appreciation to loved ones.
Oct 4, 2009
- Afua Saafir
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Rainy Day Activities for Children of All Ages
Being stuck indoors due to bad weather doesn't have to mean instant boredom. There are ways to turn a wet, soggy day into a fun-filled, indoor experience for everyone!
Sep 22, 2009
- Afua Saafir
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