by Jill Tomey | Feb 23, 2026 | Bible Verses
Quotes about Trustworthiness
by Jill Tomey | Feb 23, 2026 | Family Activity
Finish the Job Download printable version of activity here>> This activity involves an unusual meal so pick a time to do this when you have time for a longer meal. Set up for the meal the way you normally would. If you serve from the stove or plate everything,...
by Jill Tomey | Feb 23, 2026 | Curriculum Connection
Focus Curriculum Connection – Social Studies “Focused Effort” is a term we can use to describe a reasonably thorough and intentional attempt to complete a task. In business and legal settings, similar standards apply when one entity acquires another—for example,...
by Jill Tomey | Feb 23, 2026 | Curriculum Connection
Focus Curriculum Connection – Literature Link Everyone knows the story of the Tortoise and the Hare. The Tortoise keeps plodding on, while the Hare jumps ahead. The Hare gets arrogant and takes a nap, while the Tortoise moves steadily and carefully toward the...
by Jill Tomey | Feb 23, 2026 | No Matter How You Say It
No Matter How You Say It: Focus Word Origin Focus originates directly from the Latin word focus, meaning “hearth” or “fireplace”. When introduced to English in the 1650s, it shifted from a literal home fire to a technical term for a...
