Steve Atkinson 
You’re not alone if you’ve ever struggled to read a beautifully penned letter or whip up a meal from scratch. Many once-common subjects – ones that teach simple yet crucial everyday skills – have disappeared from the classroom leaving a huge hole in our collective practical knowledge. Did you know that less than 20% of … Read more
Volunteers are the unsung heroes of our communities, giving their time and expertise without expecting anything in return. Each April, during National Volunteer Month, we have the perfect opportunity to show our appreciation and gratitude. Many assume saying a simple “thank you” suffices, but the truth is, volunteers deserve much more. With real data showing … Read more
19 Mind-Blowing Space Facts That Will Make You Feel Tiny Have you ever felt tiny in the grand scheme of things? Well, prepare to feel even smaller. The universe is vast, mysterious, and mind-bogglingly complex. Yet, we’re only scratching the surface of what lies beyond our little blue planet. From galaxies colliding to stars outshining … Read more
Is Trump Smarter Than You Think? Could Donald Trump be smarter than he’s given credit for? Many might chortle at the notion, often picturing his presidency filled with controversies and uproarious tweets. Yet, amidst the tweeted storms and political squalls, specific decisions during his tenure brought unexpected benefits. In this blog, we’ll explore ten decisions … Read more
Secret Codes in Plain Sight: Everyday Words With Hidden Histories Think you know the words you use every day? Their roots might be far more intriguing than you’ve ever imagined. What if I told you stories of ancient trades and old gods lurk in terms like ‘salary’ or ‘window’? Let’s dive into the etymological underworld … Read more
Knowledge Bombs: 7 Facts That’ll Change How You See the World Ever thought time might cheat on a mountain top? Or that Cleopatra’s last breath might still linger in your next inhale? Strap in for these mind-blowing revelations. You’ll see the universe in a wonderfully bizarre new light. Get ready for some serious FOMO—you’re about … Read more
This Sneaky Study Hack Will Catapult Your Grades to the Stars—Can You Guess It? What if one tiny tweak to your study habits could get better grades overnight? Picture this: no more frantic cram sessions or bleary-eyed all-nighters, just a highly effective study trick that flips the script on boring old schoolwork. Science swears by … Read more
Skip Counting Puzzles: A Fun Way to Boost Early Math Skills Want to make math fun for your little ones? Enter skip counting, where numbers follow a lively pattern and learning feels like a fun activity.. Forget your assumptions that math is dull for young children. Trends show that engaging them early leads to better … Read more
Doctorates and Dropouts: 15 Famous Faces Who Rewrote the Rules of Success Who says you need a PhD to be successful? Or that dropping out is a free pass to failure? In an age where breaking convention often leads to greatness, we explore how some celebrities defied educational norms and still managed to reach the … Read more
The 10 Time Management Tips College Freshmen Are Dying to Steal Unlock Success in 10 Wild Moves! College hits you like a tidal wave! One minute you’re free as a bird, the next you’re drowning in schoolwork, deadlines, and a to-do list longer than your social media feeds. Nearly 50% of freshmen struggle with time … Read more