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Ride Tips for teens at Disneyland and California Adventure Disney

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March 6, 2020 by ES Ivy

Disney theme park tips are often written by Disney Die-hards who have gone so many times that they are bored by the older rides. But if you’re a first time Disney Park visitor – even if you’re an older teen or adult – don’t miss these classic rides! Also check out descriptions to help not waste time in lines for rides you really have no interest in. Read on for more tips for teens at Disneyland and California Adventure Disney.

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Best Updated Tips for Disneyland California and Disney California Adventure

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March 6, 2020 by ES Ivy

We love Disney Parks!  Because of the cost (and the other great places to visit), we’ve only been a few times as a family, once to Disneyland and twice to Disney World. Planning ahead and tips can be essential to making the most of your time at Disney. By planning ahead we had a blast each time! Before we go, I always check for updated tips….

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The best quick tips for Disneyland

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March 6, 2020 by ES Ivy

We love Disney Parks! Planning ahead and tips can be essential to making the most of your time at Disney. Because of the cost, we’ve only been a few times as a family, once to Disneyland and twice to Disney World. But by planning ahead we had a blast each times!

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Clear cookies in chrome for just one page or site

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January 16, 2020 by ES Ivy

How do you clear cookies for just one site in Google browser Chrome? The answer isn’t easy to find! In Google results, the only answers I found for “clear cache and cookies – computer – Google Chrome” deleted everything – all cookies and all cache for every website! So then I tried “Chrome clear cookies and data from only one page” but all of the answers were still the same – to delete everything – all cookies and all data. Every cookie and cache for every webpage. Some of the instructions even deleted your entire browsing history! But by trial and error, I found how to delete cookies for only one website or webpage.

A web page quit working & you need to clear Chrome cookies. But maybe you don't want to delete everything. How to delete cookies for one website.…

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What to watch next after The Crown Season 3

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November 17, 2019 by ES Ivy

Are you also excited to watch The Crown Season 3? Unfortunately, I recently watched another movie about British Royalty that I didn’t like, and I’m hoping won’t spoil the third season of The Crown for me. Find out what not to watch – and what to watch instead! – if you love the Netflix series The Crown….

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Why don’t fitted sheets fit mattresses anymore?

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October 29, 2019 by ES Ivy

Why do sheets not fit mattresses anymore? This falls under the category of minor things that I get obsessed with fixing, irregardless of the fact that I have not control over them and in reality I’m just wasting my time. Anyway… here is a post that I actually wrote four years ago but never published.Why do sheets not fit mattresses anymore? Sheets that fit won't save the world but would save frustration! Thick mattresses, platforms & pockets explained. - Sheets drying on an outside clothes line.…

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New home for my latest thoughts on education

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October 15, 2019 by ES Ivy

My posts about my latest thoughts on the educational system, college, and the college application process have moved from HighSchoolCollegeSuccess.com, and are now on my this blog, MomBehindtheCurtain.com.

 

MomBehindtheCurtain logo education college homework. Latest post about education and college are on Mom Behind the Curtain.Most of the ones having to do with education will be under the Education tab in the table of contents at the top of the webpage.

But also, if your interested in reading proficiency and kids books, check out my 96+ best books lists for kids divided by age and grade level and more information about kids books. 

Eventually I will fold all of HighSchoolCollegeSuccess.com into my Mom Behind the Curtain blog, but for quick reference here are my latest posts about education and reading on Mom Behing the Curtain. I hope you find something that interests you!…

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How grandparents can encourage grandchildren to read

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October 14, 2019 by ES Ivy

There are lots of ways grandparents can encourage their grandchildren to read. Grandparents reading to grandchildren is an obvious way. But did you think about what books you keep at your house for them? How about giving books as gifts to grandchildren? I’ve got great ideas for the types of books that grandparents can keep around their house to entertain visiting grandchildren. And I’ve also got lots of ways to make book gifts more exciting! Read on for lots of great suggestions of books to read to grandchildren, books to own, and books to give grandchildren as gifts that will foster a love of reading!3 ways grandparents can encourage their grandchildren to read: 10 best books for reading to grandchildren, books to have, & more than 96 books to give to grandchildren categorized by age and grade level.…

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In defense of the SAT

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October 9, 2019 by ES Ivy

Anyone familiar with my frustration with the flaws of the PSAT being used to identify elite students who qualify for large scholarships as National Merit Scholars, and the damaging effects of the College Board high volume AP classes, might be surprised that I would come out in defense of the SAT. But like most things in life, the issue of college entrance exams – part of the bigger standardized testing debate – is not black and white. There are pros and cons to the SAT, as well as the ACT and other standardized tests. There are some very good arguments for keeping the SAT, including one that I haven’t seen discussed – a way in which the SAT and ACT are effective at identifying smart students that might otherwise be overlooked. I’ll use my family’s personal experiences to illustrate this point.College entrance exams (SAT & ACT), part of the standardized testing debate, have pros & cons. Arguments for keeping the SAT based on personal experiences. Will your SAT or ACT score get you into the best college or university?

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Mermaid Birthday Party Favor Ideas

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October 3, 2019 by ES Ivy

Need some favor ideas for a mermaid birthday party? It’s more fun to send the kids home with something they’ll really love. I’ve got 18+ mermaid party favor ideas – some easy DIY you can make and some you can buy – to get you started!18+ Mermaid Birthday Party Favor Ideas - Need some favor ideas for a mermaid birthday party? 18+ mermaid party favor ideas - some easy DIY you can make and some you can buy - to get you started!…

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