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 Kristiana BurkContact Info: Atlanta, GA Channel Director, HowStuffWorks I am a former librarian and teacher. Send Email |
Guides Created by Kristiana BurkHowStuffWorks Animals Guide by Kristiana Burk - last updated on Nov 14th, 2008 Who isn't fascinated by Animals? Find videos, articles, quizzes and image galleries on pretty much every animal you can think of; insects, sharks, lions, polar bears, rodents, snakes, spiders, birds and more! Tags: amphibians animal animal_articles animal_facts animal_information animals birds fish insects list mammals pets reptiles sharks HowStuffWorks Decorating & Design Guide by Kristiana Burk - last updated on Nov 14th, 2008 Learn how to exercise your creativity with home decorating tips and instructions. Find decorating style galleries along with bathroom and kitchen, deck and patio, kid and teen ideas. You'll also find a painting guide to help you get started. Tags: bathroom closets deck decorate decorating design diy do-it-yourself home home_office house how-to howstuffworks kitchen paint painting patio remodel rooms stencil HowStuffWorks Dinosaurs Guide by Kristiana Burk - last updated on Nov 14th, 2008 It isn't hard to imagine the world full of dinosaurs, even though these extinct animals haven't walked the earth for thousands and thousands of years. Learn about dinosaurs, including early dinosaur discoveries, dinosaur fossils, and dinosaur extinction. Tags: animal animals archaeology dinosaur dinosaurs fossil history howstuffworks prehistoric HowStuffWorks Diseases & Conditions Guide by Kristiana Burk - last updated on Nov 14th, 2008 Down-to-earth, comprehensive resources for some of the most common ailments and illnesses including cancer, diabetes, heart disease and more . Each listing identifies causes, notes symptoms, outlines tests and discusses treatments and support groups. HowStuffWorks Earth Science Guide by Kristiana Burk - last updated on Nov 14th, 2008 Earth Science is a wide, scientific discipline covering all facets of how the earth works. Learn about weather, global warming, natural disasters and how the world’s oceans function. Tags: animal_facts animals atmosphere disasters earth_beginning earth_science gems history history_of_earth howstuffworks minerals natural_disasters rocks science science_explanations science_questions solar_system space videos water_cycle weather HowStuffWorks Economy 101 & Financial Crisis Guide by Kristiana Burk - last updated on Nov 14th, 2008 Learn more about how the world of money works and economic fundamentals. Find answers to your questions about recessions, what an economy is, how money is made, budgeting and saving, credit, types of businesses and more. Tags: banking budgeting businesses checking_account checks credit credit_cards economics economy howstuffworks investing money saving social_studies stocks HowStuffWorks Elections & Politics Guide by Kristiana Burk - last updated on Oct 14th, 2008 Brush up on your knowledge about the presidential candidates, the debates, electoral college or the voting system with the Elections & Politics Guide. Tags: america ballot candidates clinton elections electoral liden mccain obama palin politics president presidental vote voting HowStuffWorks Engineering Guide by Kristiana Burk - last updated on Nov 17th, 2008 If you are the kind of person who likes to know how things are built, why they are engineered they way they are and how to build them - this is the guide for you! Aviation, Engines, Bridges, Buildings, Robotics, Materials, Transportation, Equipment. Tags: auto aviation bridges buildings cars engineering engines equipment materials robotics science science_explanations science_questions structures tractors transportation HowStuffWorks Gardening & Lawncare Guide by Kristiana Burk - last updated on Nov 17th, 2008 Resources and How-To guides for Annual, Bulb, Perennial, Herb & Vegetable Gardens - find hundreds of entries on different flowers. Also information on speciality gardens (rock, shade, rose and container gardens) as well as houseplants and Lawncare basics Tags: annuals bulbs container garden gardening grass green herb how-to howstuffworks lawn organic perennials rose shade vegetables HowStuffWorks Geography & Maps Guide by Kristiana Burk - last updated on Nov 17th, 2008 Geography is the study of the Earth's contours and regions, including man-made divisions. Find interactive maps, articles and video about all of the major continents, the world's oceans and other physical features. Tags: africa anartica artic asia australia canada europe geography maps mexico middle_east north_america oceania oceans south_america united_states usa world_features HowStuffWorks Government & Politics Guide by Kristiana Burk - last updated on Nov 17th, 2008 Learn more about different types of government, politics and civic issues. Resources on different government agencies, citizenship, copyright and intellectual property, crime and legal system, elections and voting, emergency services and privacy concerns. HowStuffWorks Green Living by Kristiana Burk - last updated on Nov 17th, 2008 Whether you want to know more about building sustainable communities to exploring alternative fuels and energy conservation or simply "go organic" at home - you'll find the resources you need to start living green. Tags: alternative_fuel conservation energy global_warming green howstuffworks hybrid organic recycle science science_explanations science_questions HowStuffWorks Halloween Guide by Kristiana Burk - last updated on Oct 21st, 2008 Learn more about this popular - but spooky - holiday. Grab pumpkin carving patterns, costume ideas, party planning ideas, games and more. Also find over 150 creepy Halloween recipes to make your next party a success! HowStuffWorks How to Cook / Cooking 101 Guide by Kristiana Burk - last updated on Oct 08th, 2008 How to Cook outlines the basics you need to know in order to be efficient in the kitchen. Learn answers to some of the most common cooking questions with step-by-step how-to guides and videos. Tags: cook cooking cooking_techniques cuisine dessert food herb how-to howstuffworks prep recipe recipes spices techniques HowStuffWorks Life Science Guide by Kristiana Burk - last updated on Nov 18th, 2008 From the smallest microbe to the largest mammal, Life Science explores the origins, evolution and expansion of life in all its forms. Explore a wide range of topics from animal profiles to genetics and human Biology. Tags: anatomy animal animal_facts animal_information animals atoms biodiversity biology biomes botany cells conservation ecology evolution genetics heredity howstuffworks humans life_science plants science science_explanations HowStuffWorks Physical Science Guide by Kristiana Burk - last updated on Oct 28th, 2008 Physical science is the study of the properties and structures of matter, space and time. This section introduces major concepts in physical science, as well as exploring special areas like special relativity. Tags: chemistry electricity electromagnetic energy force homework howstuffworks matter measurement motion periodic_table physical_science physics science sound soundwaves space time wave HowStuffWorks Pregnancy Guide by Kristiana Burk - last updated on Nov 18th, 2008 Pregnancy covers the life stage period from conception to birth and postpartum care. Learn about the changes that take place during this time, what to do to stay healthy, and how to help prevent complications during pregnancy. Tags: birth fertility health howstuffworks infant pregnancy pregnant reproductive HowStuffWorks Quilting & Knitting Guide by Kristiana Burk - last updated on Nov 18th, 2008 Learn how to quilt, knit and sew while exploring a variety of new techniques. Also find hundreds of free quilt designs, blocks and patterns to download with instructions included for each. HowStuffWorks Recipes Guide by Kristiana Burk - last updated on Oct 08th, 2008 Recipes provide you with the ingredients and the simple, step-by-step directions for making some of your favorite dishes, as well as some you have never tried before. Also find Cuisine and Holiday Recipes as well as special recipes for kids. Tags: appetizer bread breakfast brunch chili cook cooking cuisine dessert dish drink food holiday howstuffworks main muffins recipe recipes salad sandwich snack soup HowStuffWorks Small Business & Real Estate Guide by Kristiana Burk - last updated on Nov 18th, 2008 The Small Business and Real Estate Guide provides a wealth of resources on starting or managing a business (employee management, marketing, business plans). Also learn more about Money, Economics, Stocks, Mortgages, Buying and Selling a Home and more. Tags: advertising business businesses economics economy house howstuffworks investing marketing money mortgage real_estate small_business HowStuffWorks Space & Solar System Guide by Kristiana Burk - last updated on Nov 19th, 2008 Explore the vast reaches of space and mankind’s continuing efforts to conquer the stars, including the Solar System, Astronomy, plus what the future holds for space travel and exploration. Tags: asteroid astronaut earth earth_science galaxy howstuffworks meteor moon planet science shuttles solar_system space space_exploration space_tourism spacecraft stars sun HowStuffWorks Technology & Everyday Science Guide by Kristiana Burk - last updated on Nov 19th, 2008 There's a lot of science at work in your daily life. Ever wonder how an aerosol can works or how light sticks work? Or what about the computer and digital camera you use every day? Explore the science behind commonly used objects and how technology works. HowStuffWorks Travel & Adventure Guide by Kristiana Burk - last updated on Nov 19th, 2008 From skydiving to rock climbing to exploring the world's most famous landmarks -- find your inner explorer. You'll also find adventure travel, city guides, family vacations, national parks, scenic drives, disaster and wilderness survival resources. Tags: adventure biking camping caves city disaster diving hiking landmark mountains park scenic scuba-diving ski sports travel trip united_states usa vacation wilderness HowStuffWorks United States History Guide by Kristiana Burk - last updated on Nov 19th, 2008 Explore the exciting and colorful development of the United States with this collection of resources about American history. Topics in this section include the American Revolution, the gold rush expansion of the West and the World Wars. Tags: america american american_history civil_war colonial economy history howstuffworks ii indians native_american north_america revolution united_states united_states_history usa wars world_war world_war world_war_i HowStuffWorks World History by Kristiana Burk - last updated on Oct 27th, 2008 Travel space and time to explore our world’s regions and civilizations. The World History guide takes you across battlefields, into palaces and through the remote villages and growing cities that have created the world we see today. Tags: america ancient asia civilizations cultures egypt europe greece historian history polar rome united_states_history world world_civilizations world_features world_war world_war world_war_i wwi wwii |
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