This 125th Anniversary edition of Adventures of Huckleberry Finn is expanded with thoroughly updated notes and references, and a selection of original documents–letters, advertisements, playbills–some never before published, from Twain’s first book tour.
Author: Rob
KODU – Make Your Own Video Games
Kodu is a new visual programming language made specifically for creating games. It is designed to be accessible for children and enjoyable for anyone. The programming environment runs on the Xbox (or on a PC), allowing rapid design iteration using…
Welding Merit Badge
One of the newest merit badges is also one of the most fun. Beginning this year, scouts can earn a merit badge in welding. There are two videos online that you should show your scouts before showing up for the…
Easy Brackets for Kids’ Woodworking Projects
Here is an easy way to make the brackets we have been using for our kids’ woodworking projects. All you need is some perforated plumber’s tape (not Teflon tape). It is a soft steel tape that has holes punched in…
How to Pack Spices for Camping
I had been looking for a new way to store spices when camping. I was using small plastic bottles, but they take up too much space. I thought about using a “day of the week” pill box. This would allow…
Show Me the Ropes – Knot Tying Videos by WalmerScouts
Walmer Scouts has uploaded a BUNCH of great knot tying videos (Show me the ropes). These are really well done and are easy to follow. I don’t know why, but for me it is much easier to learn to tie…
Sugar: The Bitter Truth
Robert H. Lustig, MD, UCSF Professor of Pediatrics in the Division of Endocrinology, explores the damage caused by sugary foods. He argues that fructose (too much) and fiber (not enough) appear to be cornerstones of the obesity epidemic through their…