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CHICAGO Brek Shea sure knows how to make an entrance.
Just 42 seconds after coming into the game as a substitute Sunday, Shea pounced after Landon Donovan whiffed a shot and poked the ball into the net. His goal in the 69th minute gave the United States a 1-0 victory over Panama and the CONCACAF Gold Cup title.
It is the fifth Gold Cup title for the Americans but their first since 2007. It also is the first international title as a coach for Jurgen Klinsmann, who won the 1990 World Cup and 1996 European Championship as a player with Germany.
"It doesn't matter who scored today," Shea said. "We won."
The U.S. is doing a lot of that lately.
It was the 11th straight victory for the Americans, four more than their previous record, and they likely will leapfrog Mexico as the best team from the North and Central America and Caribbean region when the next FIFA rankings come out Aug. 8.
When the final whistle sounded, the Americans on the field began celebrating while the rest of the team raced off the bench. Several players jumped up and down, and hugs and high-fives were exchanged.
Klinsmann, who watched the game from a luxury box after being suspended for his tirade over the officiating in the semifinal, quickly made his way to the field, pumping his fists in the air as he walked.
"They wanted to send out a signal that they are the best group in CONCACAF, and they are," Klinsmann said. "For today."
But their performance in the tournament likely is to stay with the Americans for a while. At least until the next round of World Cup qualifying in September.
Not only did they outscore opponents, 20-4, in the tournament — no other team had more than 11 goals — they showed they are deeper than they've ever been, with one young player after another stepping up.
And one veteran, too.
Despite his big whiff, Donovan was selected the tournament MVP. He finished with five goals and seven assists, a particularly impressive performance considering it followed a four-month sabbatical over the winter that cost him his place on the national team.
"In terms of just having fun, it's up there," Donovan said. "I'm just enjoying being part of it, I really am."
Though Klinsmann picks his roster based on form, not reputation, he acknowledged it would be almost impossible to leave Donovan off the roster for the next round of qualifying.
"He deserves every compliment for this tournament," Klinsmann said.
The only disappointment for the Americans was the loss of Stuart Holden because of another right knee injury.
Holden sprained his knee early in the first half, and while he will have further tests, Klinsmann said "it's not looking good."
"We are very, very sad for him," Klinsmann said. "We are very concerned about Stuey's situation. It looks like a very serious knee injury."
While most expected a Mexico-U.S. final, Panama had other ideas, upsetting El Tri twice on the strength of its stingy defense. Panama was just as dogged against the Americans early, crowding Donovan and Eddie Johnson and not giving the U.S. any space.
But instead of taking wild shots or trying to force things, the Americans stayed patient.
"I think they were rewarded today for the fantastic Gold Cup they played," Klinsmann said. "They put all their energy in that they had. They should be very, very proud of themselves."
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hi all i can't believe all youve done today i'm tired just reading about it, iris i'm glad that you know when to have a rest and are not doing too much. you all seem to be having the time of your lives even though its very hard work with no pay at the end just a lot of satisfaction.looking out of our window this morning i can't quite see across the road its so foggy and damp.well keep up the good work bye for now
The Longest Day!
Down at the barn for 6.30am, we had the horses loaded on the trailers and went out, mob handed, to separate the cows from the calves, of 2 of the herds we moved yesterday. This involved all of us riding out to round up the first herd and bring them into the corrals, then we got a rest whilst the professionals separated the cows into one pen and the calves into another.
We were then given a choice of working the calves or riding out to gather some cows that had escaped from their field, Iris, Tracey and Kim elected to stay with the calves, and I went to round up cows, with the other 3 guests here. Well I have never met more awkward cows in my life, but we eventually got them back where they belonged and returned to the others. Riding across the plains chasing cows is such fun!
On our return I was horrified to be confronted by Iris and Tracey wielding cattle prods, and Kim with the most enormous hypodermic syringe I have ever seen!! They were sending calves down the chute to be vaccinated, and de-bugged, up to their armpits in it and happy as pigs in you know what!!
Nevertheless, all stopped at 12 for lunch. We drove back to the ranch, leaving the horses behind, tied to their trailers, and had a quick lunch, (still a full cooked meal, mind!) and returned to the job in hand. The horses were still standing where we had left them. This time I took the enormous syringe, what fun!!
Once we had finished with the calves we had to drive the cows away, as you can imagine they were not overjoyed at the idea, but all went as smoothly as can be expected. We rode back to base at a cracking pace, because, guess what, we had to do it all over again with a second lot!!
To be fair they did give us the option of returning to the ranch if we had had enough, and most did go back, only Tracey, me and Amy, one of the other guests, stayed. Unfortunately by now Tracey had broken her horse, so she had to use Kim's, and then later on when she went out again, she was on yet another horse, Little Red, so she has had THREE today! Greedy!
We did not get back to the ranch until after 7pm, and were dirty but happy, a job well done today. Traceys grin was from ear to ear, she has been doing all day exactly what she came here to do. And as we enjoyed today so much, we have to it all over again tomorrow!!
We are being fed very well, 3 cooked meals a day! Some of us are struggling slightly with that concept, lots of beef, no surprise there then. We had steaks the other night that did not fit the plate, it took 3 of us to eat one!
There are only 3 other guests here, they came together, an American couple and their English friend, who happens to be from Derbyshire.
Sorry haven't got any photos for you today yet, but just look at yesterdays, and you will get the general idea. Will get some on for tomorrows blog.
Everyone here is fit and healthy, no accidents or ailments, so nobody need worry. Everyone sends their love to their respective folks. Time for bed. Goodnight. XXXXX
To mother wench,
apologies for not writing more often, although as some of us aren't on the holiday of a lifetime and have to do 10hour shifts at work all week a suppose you'll understand!
Just been catching up on your adventures and it sounds actually awesome :) u figure your not gonna want to come home! However I have noticed that your getting a bit lazy with the blogging! If it weren't for Julie we would have nothing to read!
Everything is exactly the same here... Except I am goin through supervisor training at work and am 'team leader' on Tuesdays now :)
hope you have a good day rounding up more calves :) lots of love xxxxx
Mummy, I miss you xx We haven't been seperated for this long since I was a kid. Glad your having fun though, seen the photos with the cattle unfortunately was in reception at the time, Volli and I broke out into song - Rawhide obviously, which was not appreciated so much by the waiting Clients. Having read the blogs and introductions to your steeds it all sounds terrifying but I know you are at your happiest when you are up to your eyes in shit. I did wonder how you are getting on with your allergy to horses, especially with the grooming - assume that vanity prevailed and you didn't take your attractive yellow dust masks because they wont go with your stetson? Please add to the list of things not to import - Wranglers (I am not referring to the jeans) We do not have the right climate or surroundings to ensure the survival or wellbeing of a wrangler, it would be cruel so no matter how well they can load horses into a trailer or whisper to cattle or again, how attractive they may look in a cowboy hat, always no.
So, homelife, well the children continue to bleed me dry. Trying the 'tough love' approach with Ethan once again in an attempt to stop him from waking in the night for a bottle of milk. We have reached a compromise and he is now only waking in the night for a bottle of water. Jack, as he said, is doing well at tag rugby, and has lost another tooth, though if he continues to slam my lovely car door like he does, he may well be losing a few more. (I swear every time he does it a little piece of me dies!) Don't be disheartenned by his lack of enthusiasm for Gerty by the way, unless it has been test-driven by Jeremy Clarkson across the himalayas he isn't interested.
The dogs, one has had a narrow brush with the vets this week but has been granted a reprieve and if I come home one more time and find the others face in my Reeboks I swear I will be asking for a group discount at Chapel House.
Lee, my darling ray of sunshine, attempted to go cold turkey with the cigs and on morning 2 I awoke to find the dogs bed at the bottom of the garden, so that was that.
The stopping smoking on my part however is going well in that we are all alive, although Lee did mention that I had left the gas on the other day but I simply pointed out that as my head wasn't in the oven, along with one of the dogs (pick one, any one) then he should assume it was accidental. Nicotine Replacement Therapy products are mingling nicely with all of the other over the counter remedies and as the weather has turned cold I am now mixing the JD with hot chocolate.
Not sure what is hapenning with Carl although enquiries have been made as to whether there is a Carl shaped space available in the back of the van... will leave you to mull that one over.
Hannah seems to be continuing in her quest to lull Ashley into a false sense of security with her home-making... and the Oscar for best actress goes to.... Though, worryingly, your gaff (you remember that house you own) was referred to as "our hannah's" when Carl mentioned where he was staying last night. Will leave you to mull that one over
I mentioned that James' Lodger was moving in, Lynda early 40's etc etc not heard much more other than she likes to cook and he likes to eat so.... Well at least he's eating?!!
Pepsi, I like Pepsi, as Jack said we have been running her in the school, and admittedly and by accident, out of the school, but she came back. She walks nicely on the lead too.
Horses - all present and correct.
Work, probably due to moodswings, I haven't really been asked to cover reception. We have had to undergo a few changes, which I wont depress you with now - although JD wanted to copy the e-mails onto the blog You remeber that problem that the office is really struggling with, you know the one with the plants, I mean foliage not spies from other firms, well you will be relived to learn that that has finally been sorted and there has been an embargo on all carbon monoxide reducing, oxygen providing plants and the office is now a barren desert, yay!!
Much love
Sarah, Lee, kids dogs etc
Sounds like the 4 amigos have had a busy day.
The highlight from my perspective seems to be that steak :)
The forecaster reckon we might be getting an Indian summer here soon.
Really missing his squaw and sending her his love
Following on from, and in support of Hannah's comment, have you found your superlatives yet or are your fingers sore from all that cow-poking or whatever it is you are doing, because you do not seem ever so forthcoming with this blogging lark. Are you in the half of the party that is usually asleep at the time of the blogs or is it simply that Julie and Kim (wordsmiths that they are - well done ladies) desperately fight over the right to report your adventures - just a thought!
Anyway, meant to say to Iris that photo of you on the plains is fantastic. It does all sound like very hard work for all of you and bet each of you (except you mum you thrive on hard work and horse shit) are secretly dying to get to the luxury of the Mirage. I understand completely and your secrets are safe xx
Definitly going now because these pieces of typing aren't being delivered through audio cassette x
Hi Tracey its mum.
So pleased you are all enjoying your hols.
Whats been hapenning here? WellI've been up town nearly every day, I must have cost the bus company thousands with my bus pass.
Hannah rang on Sunday and took me out for a meal (at her restaurant) really enjoyed it made my day.
Thank you for your cards I didn't expect them, the places looked beautiful (green with envy)
Well Tracey thats all. Looking forward to you coming home.
Love you lots
Mum xxx
hi mum sorry i havent spoke to you much, but it sounds like your having a good time. speak to you soon x
hi mum, its Sam.
dad wrote the name... not that it will surprise you.
hows the holiday?
things are good here. Dad has the house looking fresh.
I'm still injured and might be out for a while yet....
Apart from the injury I'm good and so is dad and Martha.
Had a fresh trim yesterday so the hairs back to its best and will see you soon.
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Very nice debut, what really got me was how well placed those uppercuts were, they didn't even seem to have that much power on them but they still put Marcus Brimage on the mat.
I don't know about you bro he was getting alot of abuse on the main page had to back him and believe it or not Ireland too, but when he won that pretty much Silence the haters well for awhile in anyway
Accuracy and timing with his strikes is the difference. I don't wanna get ahead of ourselves, and I am in no way saying he is this good yet but someone a few years ago had as much hype entering the octagon and had a very similar debut, knocking out a guy who was undefeated in the octagon in about a minute, he seemed to have a good career thus far .
You can understand them though, he is polarizing to say the least. We love him because he is Irish but if he wasn't, I could picture myself not liking his attitude.
Wether or not he's a contender to the crown or not remains to be seen but as far as the entertainment factor I doubt he will disappoint win, lose, or draw
That's true,but on top of that he has the physical tools as well as the timing and reflexes that make him a dangerous opponent for anyone I can think of.
I like cocky if it can be backed up. Jones is cocky but I dislike him as I think he's a hypocrite. I could see me becoming a fan of McGregor. If he talks a big game and backs it up, but without coming across as a douche like Jones then it will be good.
Yes, Silva's head movement is predictable. His head is always 1/8 of an inch from his opponent's fist. As for McGregor, it does leave him open, but 155 and 145 don't have as many guys with one punch knockout power as the heavier weights.
Watching these fights he looks a lot like a faster Cowboy without the self doubt and a little of that Diaz/Silva "who the f*** do you think you are" attitude.
I don't think I've ever disagreed with you, goat, but I don't find Diaz and Anderson even remotely close when it comes to in-ring attitudes. Silva's appears to come from supreme confidence in his abilities and he invariably proves it. Nick and Nate, not so much. While their skills are impressive, there's more bluster in the Diaz attitude - Silva has none of that for me.


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It will also hold grand reopening festivities from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday.
The restaurant, at 1444 W. International Speedway Blvd., was closed for seven weeks for the extensive renovation. It reopened Oct. 18.
The Wendy's near the Speedway is the first of 11 in Volusia County that are slated to undergo a complete makeover of its facilities, said Randy Rhames, director of operations for Race Coast Foods, the Palm Beach-based franchisee that owns all of the chain's Volusia County locations.
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thank you septimus, much appreciated. While I'm here I thought I would contribute my sizing experience since it seems to be a common question for people new to the brand. I am normally an 11 and using the printable tool from the ae website I was an 11c. When I had a chance, I stopped by a local L&T to try on the Park ave. I had my eye on several shoes on the 5 last (park ave, strand). They only carried 11 in D which ended up being still too tight in the toes. 11.5D seemed more comfortable but not quite right. I wanted to try a 3 last since I thought the wider toe would suit me better. Fortunately Amazon was carrying the Harrison on sale (in 11D), which is essentially the park ave on a 3 instead of 5. I was pleased to find it fit well as I hoped. Not sure if that means the 5 is out for me or I just have to experiment more with L-W combinations. Anyway hope this is helpful to a future researcher.
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here is another segment of this convention discussion where he specifically talks about online streaming and anime on television. Undersatnd this guy is a voice actor and an anime fan, someone who's been to japan, etc and basically has al ot of experience with the anime industry:
I know that particularly with the girl, she seems a bit frumpy and whatnot, but if you watch the whole video she makes a pretty sincere case and points out how toonami is useful (indirectly).
My stress is on getting anime out there for more people to watch.
Hey please share this with everyone on twitter:
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btw did you notice that moltar played 08th ms teh day before?! :o I asked him to play it. What episode did he play?
I dunno, probably just bs for tweeting too much or whatever, I don't really care that much. I'll keep in contact with you here if you'd like, please tell brettdbzfan1 as well. I'm definitely gonna make sure to watch toonami, it was so awesome last night.


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hello Mike,
I've been reading your review a couple of times the last 24h and was wondering about the microstreamer and ADS combo you are advising. Did you like the Dac job done with the microstreamer better than the dac part of the ADS. And so, on what criteria? I've had the dacmin cx for a year and am now getting the all ADS bundle. I like the technicality of the cx dac , but kind of feels it misses a part of magic. Maybe your words will be better than mine.
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hey there!!
Oh - I used the ADS strictly because it's my best affordable desktop "system" - and I know its sound VERY well, as I use it in my home office.
I just wanted to have a whole system as a solid reference - to feed the analog from the microStreamer - and I thought plugging it into my big
reference system would've been overkill (and, IMO, I never got good results driving a big system from the Dragonfly - I love mine, but I use
it as a DAC/head-amp)
I'll say this about the DACmini (PX is a CX w/ a class D amp on-board): It was absolutely killer when I first heard it, and I still use it - but I did prefer
the warmer, more rounded and smoothed out sound when I used the microStreamer as the DAC. It sounded more natural to me. Most importantly,
I connected to the music immedicately. It's tough to quantify that - but it happens faster and easier w/ the microStreamer.
I had another experience like that this week (a cheaper DAC working better w/ a headphone amp). I was using the DACmini as a DAC on the E.A.R HP-4,
then I decided to try my trusty StyleAudio CARAT-TOPAZ as the DAC (reviewed it back in 09 - but has a nice sound and I still love it) - which was about
500 bucks, I think, back then. I'm honestly at a loss for words right now - regarding what I'm hearing. And I admit I don't shut the F&%$ up! I can't help it...
This is giving me one of the best stereo experiences of my LIFE - NO JOKE:
(using Cardas Clear on the LCD3's)
YES - I got one for review - this is my new ultimate personal audio goal - though I know its CRAZY expensive - I'll leave that discussion to another time -
but listening to my Audeze LCD3's and the E.A.R is like walking into Harry Pearson's house (Founder of The Absolute Sound) for the first time and hearing
the 150k Genesis 1 Loudspeaker system!!!! That was four seven foot towers!
You're welcome brotha. I was glad to do it!
You've lit a fire under my __ to check it out vs. the Headstreamer! I meant to do that all along.
Having lived with the Headstreamer (so I'm merely reflecting now): I THINK the microStreamer has a bit more sparkle in the midrange - but I have to test that theory out here in the newly constructed Sonic Satori Personal Audio Lab!
This combo w/ my Audeze LCD3's is giving me CHILLS btw.
I know its CRAZY expensive - but... WOW
I'm curious what cables you have tried out with the Microstreamer, both with your headphones and also connecting to your home stereo via your computer. I have only used some cheapos from Newegg but I'm very interested in seeing if certain brand cables have a real synergy with the Microstreamer. Thanks and I'll drop you a PM...been out of town a lot lately.
And thanks for being a great contributor here.
Almost same exact setup
Purchased both HeadStreamer and MicroStreamer, returned one and kept the other (Micro).
I'm curious what cables you have tried out with the Microstreamer, both with your headphones and also connecting to your home stereo via your computer. I have only used some cheapos from Newegg but I'm very interested in seeing if certain brand cables have a real synergy with the Microstreamer. Thanks and I'll drop you a PM...been out of town a lot lately.
And thanks for being a great contributor here.
Thanks for the kind words Gregg! I'm proud to be part of this community - I just told Jude yesterday: After 20 years in Hi-fi I've learned more about personal audio here - from ALL OF YOU - than I ever have in the big zines!!
As for cables w/ the HRT microStreamer:
I ended up sticking w/ Moon Audio Blue Dragon for USB
I loved the combination of the ALO Green Line cables when using my Audeze LCD3's
and, for IEM (using my JH-13 Pro Freqphase) I ended up staying w/ my cable reference for them: Moon Audio Silver Dragon
When connecting it to my CEntrance Audiophile Desktop System I actually ended up preferring this Audioquest cable over my Nordost Heimdall iKable!
That sounds nuts when I see it typed - but its true! Hey, you gotta speak the truth to sleep at night (I do anyway). I'll get you the model number of the
Audioquest cable - I forget.
I'm SO glad to see peeps here are buying AND enjoying the microStreamer!! I'm about to get the Meridian Explorer for review (heard it CES). I can't
give you a real comparison yet - but I have a feeling the Meridian won't be worth another 100 bucks - but, that's a HUNCH.
Out of curiosity, what software are you using to get your music files out of your smartphone to the Microstreamer?
My prior question is for the folks using a smartphone as their source component.
Hi guys,
following this threat with great interest. Thanks mike for your insight about the combination of the centrance ADS and the HRT microstreamer.
As for the comparaison with the meridian devise, for what it worth, here is what whathifi reviewer thought about it:
How does it stand up to its rivals? The Explorer's refined and even-balanced approach is a much more rounded performance compared with the more hard-edged sound of the DragonFly, and it shares the melodic and subtle talents of the HRT microStreamer.
The HRT microStreamer has the edge in delivering a more transparent and insightful sound – as well as more agile and exciting timing – but we think some listeners will appreciate the Explorer's smoother approach, which is easier on the ears for long hours of listening.
I'm also interested if you could specified that audioquest cable you are talking about to connect the HRT to the ADS.
Best regards guys.


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CONTACT: Henry G. "Chip" Bachara, Chair,
Fourth Circuit Judicial Nominating Commission
JACKSONVILLE -- The Fourth Circuit Judicial Nominating Commission has been asked to provide Governor Rick Scott with nominees for the vacancy in the County Court for the Fourth Judicial Circuit for Duval County resulting from the appointment of Judge Russell Healey to the Circuit Court.
Applicants must have been a member of The Florida Bar for the preceding five years, a registered voter and must be a resident of the territorial jurisdiction of the court at the time he or she assumes office.
Each person interested in applying must deliver a .pdf version of their application with a color photograph to firstname.lastname@example.com and a redacted version of the application excluding all exempt information under Chapter 119, F.S. or other applicable public records law. The attached file should be named so that the applicant's name and "redacted" or "unredacted" is readily apparent in the title of the attached file.
All applications must be received by 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, June 17, 2014. Applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered. The application form may be downloaded from The Florida Bar's website.
NOTE TO APPLICANTS: In order to assist the Judicial Nominating Commission in its review of applications, all questions in the application must be answered fully and completely. In addition, applications should include current and accurate contact information for judges, co-counsel, opposing counsel, and references because those individuals will be contacted. If there is requested information missing from an application, the Judicial Nominating Commission will consider the applicant's lack of effort in submitting a complete application.
INTERVIEWS of applicants will be held in Chief Judge Moran's chambers, Room 7139, 501 W. Adams Street, Jacksonville, Florida on Monday, June 30, 2014. An interview schedule with the time of the interview will be provided to each applicant once all of the applications have been received.
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Teaching remedial reading is one of the most challenging yet enriching tasks. Reading is the key to learning. With the evolving Response to Intervention (RtI) process, special education and classroom teachers are scurrying to find appropriate resources to differentiate reading instruction. What these teachers are finding is that one-size-fits-all canned reading programs are not matching the needs of all of their students. Additionally, many intervention teachers are feeling that scripted programs are ignoring teacher experience, judgment, and expertise. What is needed are resources that will allow trained professionals to differentiate reading instruction within flexible learning structures. The three-tiered RtI model looks good on paper, but quality resources are essential in these delivery models.
Most special education and classroom teachers are quite prepared to teach the reading and writing content of their courses. Their undergraduate and graduate courses reflect this preparation. However, most are less prepared to teach reading intervention. Most credential programs require only one or two reading strategy courses. Expertise is critical because the research shows that only one-in-six students reading two or more grade levels behind by middle school will ever catch up to grade level reading.
Following are articles, free resources (including reading assessments), and teaching tips regarding how to teach remedial readers and reading intervention from the Pennington Publishing Blog. Also, check out the quality instructional programs and resources offered by Pennington Publishing.
Reading Intervention
Free Whole Class Diagnostic ELA/Reading Assessments
Download free phonemic awareness, vowel sound phonics, consonant sound phonics, sight word, rimes, sight syllables, fluency, grammar, mechanics, and spelling assessments. All with answers and recording matrices. A true gold mine for the teacher committed to differentiated instruction!
Reading Intervention
As a reading specialist, I have seen reading intervention programs come and go. The one thing I have learned is that no matter how good the program, the program will not be successful if teachers will not teach it. Rarely do teachers teach only a reading intervention program. Elementary teachers are responsible for teaching every other academic subject; secondary teachers are teaching subject area classes with multiple preps. A successful reading intervention program must be both "user-friendly" for teachers and address the needs of diverse learners.
Teaching Reading Strategies Audio Resources
The 13 classroom-tested diagnostic reading assessments provided in the Teaching Reading Strategies program are administered in the first two weeks of instruction and assess all reading skills—each in multiple choice format. That's right. No individual time-consuming testing—use Scantrons® or Grade Cam® if you wish. Plus, 8 of the 13 tests include convenient audio files for easy test administration. Each of the 13 assessments is comprehensive and prescriptive. Unlike most reading assessments, none of the assessments (other than the phonemic awareness tests) is based on random sample. Everything you need to teach (or not teach) is assessed. Download these mp3s to up the level of your assessment-based instruction and get corresponding activities and worksheets in Teaching Reading Strategies and the Sam and Friends Phonics Books
What to Teach in Reading Intervention
Key instructional components are needed in any successful Tier II and III reading intervention programs. A balanced approach of decoding, encoding, syllabication, vocabulary, comprehension, and fluency development will achieve significant results in minimal time. Check out these instructional resources and improve the quality of reading instruction in your classroom.
Reading Program Placement
Far too often grades 4-12 students are placed in reading intervention classes where they don't belong. Far too often students are not placed in reading intervention programs where they do belong. In the following article I will discuss a common sense criteria for reading program placement and a few pitfalls to avoid. I will also provide three complete reading program placement assessments with audio files and recording matrices.
How to Teach Reading Intervention
Teaching reading intervention is qualitatively different from teaching beginning reading. By definition, the initial reading instruction did not "take" to a sufficient degree, so things must be done differently this time around to improve chances for success. This article defines the key ingredients for a successful reading intervention program and provides an instructional template.
Student-Centered Reading Intervention
So many teachers look at the Response to Intervention literature and try to apply Tier I, II, and III models to their own instructional settings. Square pegs in round holes more often than not lead to frustration and failure. While reading specialists certainly support the concept of tiered interventions, the non-purists know that implementation of any site-based reading intervention is going to need to adapt to any given number of constraints.
Instead of beginning with top-down program structure, I suggest looking bottom-up. Starting at the instructional needs of below grade level readers and establishing instructional priorities should determine the essentials of any reading intervention program. In other words, an effective site reading intervention program begins with your students.
Teaching Reading Strategies and RtI
The Teaching Reading Strategies program provides both Tier 2 and Tier 3 reading intervention to struggling readers in a half-year intensive program (70 minutes per day, 5 days per week) or full-year program (55 minutes per day, 5 days per week. Students receive whole class direct instruction, as well as small group and individualized instruction based upon assessment-based needs. The Teaching Reading Strategies delivery model is teacher-based, not computer-based (except for the online modeled fluency readings).
Schoolwide Independent Reading Program
I take a balanced approach and recommend such in the development of a schoolwide Independent Reading Program (IRP). On the one hand, we want our students to become lifelong readers. We want them to intrinsically enjoy reading and choose to read on their own. However, I do see the value in some marketing and promotion of a schoolwide Independent Reading Program (IRP). Students work well when pursuing goals and everyone likes rewards. No, I'm certainly not advocating the AR program: See my The 18 Reasons Not to Use Accelerated Reader article.
High Fluency Low Reading Comprehension
What can we, as parents and teachers, do for children with high fluency, but low reading comprehension? Check out the six actions steps designed to address this problem and download the helpful instructional strategies and free resources.
Read 180 Foundational Reading Assessment
The Foundational Reading Assessment (designed by Dr. Richard K. Wagner as a K-2 test and published as such for another program) consists of a short random sample 12 rhymes, initial, final, and medial sounds (3 each). I can hear kindergarten teachers cringing at the sample size and components. The take-away from my article is that the test assesses only part of what constitutes phonological or phonemic awareness and is not teachable because it is not comprehensive.
READ 180 and Phonemic Awareness
In this article I'm taking a look at the phonological awareness component from one of the two assessments in the Scholastic Reading Inventory (SRI): The Foundational Reading Assessment. The second assessment is the Reading Comprehension Assessment. In my first article on these two reading intervention programs, I noted my concern that no encoding (spelling) test was included as part of the screening and placement assessments for READ 180. Jane Fell Greene's encoding test has always been part of the competing Language!® program.
Comparing READ 180 and Language! Live
As money has finally started to creep back into education, districts are now turning their attention and dollars into purchasing reading intervention programs. My district has decided to "speed pilot" two reading intervention programs for our secondary schools: Language!® Live is the re-vamped Language!® program from Voyager Sopris with new contributing author Louisa Cook Moats; and READ 180 Next Generation is the thoroughly revised offering from mega publisher Scholastic/Houghton Mifflin Harcourt with new contributing authors Kevin Feldman and Kate Kinsella. Which is better for your students, and are there any low cost alternatives to these expensive computer-based programs?
Backwards Reading Intervention
How strange that a student-centered approach to learning, as advocated by many teachers and authors, does not extend to a student-centered approach to instruction. To cut to the chase, why are many reading intervention teachers so reluctant to differentiate reading instruction according to the diagnostic needs of individual students?
Reading Intervention Programs
So… you're adopting a reading intervention program for your district or school. What questions should you be asking? Your needs (and those of your students) are only half of the equation. The other half of the equation is the needs of the program publisher. Read this article before you invest time and resources in a reading intervention program.
Remedial Reading Intervention Placement: What Does Not and What Does Make Sense
Placing students in remedial reading intervention classes is certainly a challenge. By understanding what does and does not make sense in the selection process, educators will be able to avoid many of the usual pitfalls of these types of programs and have a greater chance at success.
Secondary Reading Program Placement
No matter which school-wide model of reading intervention is used at the middle or high school levels, the problem of proper reading placement is common to all. Here are some helpful suggestions as to how to place students in reading intervention classes. Placement and monitoring are the keys to successful Tier I, II, and III Response to Intervention.
Vocabulary Scope and Sequence
Is there any research about the instructional order of Tier Two words…? Yes. Furthermore, computer generated word frequencies have determined the frequency of Greek and Latin word parts. Check out the Grades 4-8 Vocabulary Scope and Sequence. Teachers and district personnel are authorized to print and share this planning tool.
How to Teach Vocabulary
How to Teach Vocabulary asks and provides possible answers to the How Do the Common Core Authors Suggest We Teach Vocabulary? Why Should We Teach Explicit Vocabulary? Won't Students Learn More from Independent Reading? Which Vocabulary Words Should We Teach? To Whom Should We Teach Academic Vocabulary? How Much Class Time does it take to teach the Common Core Vocabulary Standards? Check out the grades 4-8 instructional vocabulary scope and sequence.
Research-Based Vocabulary Worksheets
The educational research provides insight as to what makes a vocabulary worksheet an effective instructional strategy for knowledge and/or skills acquisition. Get examples of Common Core aligned vocabulary worksheets.
Common Core Academic Language Words
Yes, the Common Core authors view literacy development as a mutual responsibility of all educational stakeholders. Yes, history, science, and technology teachers need to teach domain-specific academic vocabulary. However, there is a difference between academic language and academic vocabulary. The latter is subject/content specific; the former is not. Reading more challenging expository novels, articles, documents, reports, etc. will certainly help students implicitly learn much academic language; however, academic language word lists coupled with meaningful instruction do have their place. So, which word lists make sense?
Common Core Greek and Latinates
The bulk of Vocabulary Standards are now included in the Language Strand of the Common Core State Standards (CCSS). Greek and Latin affixes (prefixes and suffixes) and roots are key components of five of the grade level Standards: Grades 4-8. Which Greek and Latin affixes and roots should we teach? How many should we teach? How should we teach them?
The Problem with Dialectical Journals
Dialectical journals have been teacher favorites since literature-based reading pedagogy was popularized in the 1980s. However, this reader-centered instruction creates more problems than it solves. In lieu of dialectical journals, teachers should help students learn and apply the five types of independent reading strategies that promote internal monitoring of the text.
Community College Remedial Reading Costs
Increased enrollment in our community colleges has created an economic double-whammy for both hard-pressed state budgets and for community colleges themselves. An increasingly key factor in this double-whammy has been the cost to remediate the skill set of these new students, especially in reading. Remediation, especially reading remediation, has always been a tough issue for state legislators and community colleges. Some have been reluctant to accept the reality that so many of our high school graduates or drop-outs still cannot read at the levels they need to function in society. Others recognize the problem, but play the blame game by pointing fingers at the failures of K-12 education. While the costs of providing remedial reading education are high to both state and community college budgets, the costs of not providing the resources are incalculable.
Top Ten Reasons to Teach Phonics
Reading is not a developmentally acquired skill. In other words, children and adults do not learn to read by simply being read to or exposed to a literate environment. Learning the sound-spelling system and applying the alphabetic code is what we call phonics instruction. Acquiring this skill will allow readers to attend to the real purpose of reading—understanding what the author says.
Phonics Games
Plenty of phonics-based programs do a fine job of providing that systematic instruction. However, some do the basic job, but will bore both students and teachers to tears. Learning to read is hard work, but it should also be fun. These phonics game cards, phonics games, and Mp3 phonics songs/raps work with any phonics-based program and are divided into Easy, Medium, and Difficult levels to allow teachers to effectively differentiate instruction.
Should We Teach Phonics to Remedial Readers?
Although most students learn to read in their early years of school, some students experience significant reading problems. Almost always, the cause is the same. Struggling readers have not learned the sound-spelling system we call phonics. With the right diagnostic assessments and instruction, remedial readers can make significant gains.
Good Reading Fluency, but Poor Reading Comprehension
Teachers and parents see it more and more: good reading fluency, but poor reading comprehension. Repeated reading practice to build fluency needs to be balanced with meaningful oral expression and internal self-monitoring comprehension strategies.
Teach Your Child to Read
One of the true joys and responsibilities of parenthood is teaching your child to read. But wait… isn't that the teacher's job? Of course it is, but the best approach is always an effective and complementary home-school partnership. Whether your child is in pre-school, kindergarten, or first grade he or she can and will learn to read with your help. As an MA Reading Specialist and educational author, I've done all of the "prep" work necessary for parents to hold up their end of the home-school partnership in these Teach Your Child to Read tools and resources. You don't have to be a reading expert; you've got back-up 🙂
Should We Teach Phonemic Awareness to Remedial Readers?
Phonemic awareness is the key predictor of reading success. Many students with reading problems have not acquired this ability. This article suggests that phonemic awareness should be taught, not just caught, and provides the how's and when's to inform remedial reading instruction.
How and When to Teach Phonemic Awareness
Phonemic awareness is the key predictor of reading success. However, is it a pre-requisite skill or a by-product of reading? This article suggests that phonemic awareness should be taught, not caught, and provides the how's and when's to inform instruction.
How to Teach Sight Words
Although not a substitute for systematic phonics instruction, memorizing key sight words does makes sense to promote reading automaticity. In fact, many of the high frequency words are not phonetically decodable and must be memorized as sight words. This article details who should learn sight words and how to best teach them.
How to Teach the Alphabet
The alphabet is the key to reading. These twenty-six symbols combine to form a rich lexicon of 800,000 English words. The key to learning the alphabet has been the traditional "Alphabet Song." However beneficial, this song has created significant problems for young readers and English-language learners. A few twists eliminates these issues.
How to Do Sound-by-Sound Spelling Blending
Help your students to read in the most efficient way possible. This article gives the reading teacher or parent the exact sequence of sounds to introduce to help students learn to read. A step-by-step blending model is demonstrated with clear examples.
Reading Intervention: How to Beat the Odds
To beat the odds indicating that only one-in-six remedial readers will ever "catch up" to grade level, we need to analyze what has not worked and what will work. As we move in the direction of affirming teacher professionalism with the evolving RtI process, we emphasize a collaborative approach to determine how to best meet student needs. Here's hoping that we reduce the odds of failure and increase the odds of success.
Four Critical Components to Successful Reading Intervention
According to research, only one of six remedial reading students will ever progress to grade-level reading ability. However, the odds can increase dramatically when the critical components for a successful literacy intervention are addressed. How schools plan reading intervention programs is just as important as what program they use.
What Remedial Reading Teachers Want (A Manifesto)
Remedial reading (reading intervention) teachers of upper elementary, middle school, high school, and adult students all share the same instructional goal: help their students become fluent readers who understand what they read. Teachers want to achieve this goal in the shortest amount of instructional time. A Remedial Reading Teacher's Manifesto will help teachers teach students, as opposed to teaching a "canned program."
Reading Readiness
The following big picture advice on getting students ready to read applies equally to teachers of four-year-olds, fourteen-year-olds, and forty-year-olds. Of course, there are differences that need to be considered for each age group. Preschool/kinder/first grade teachers, intermediate and middle school reading intervention (RtI) teachers, and adult education teachers know how to teach to their clients' developmental learning characteristics. Similarly, English-language development teachers and special education teachers know their student populations and are adept at how to differentiate instruction accordingly. But, my point is that the what of reading readiness instruction is much the same across the age and experience spectrum.
How to Teach the Voiced and Unvoiced "th"
Teaching the voiced and unvoiced consonant digraphs in the context of beginning and remedial reading instruction can be tricky. Speech therapists and ESL teachers insist that the differences are critically important; reading specialists and special education teachers tend to ignore these as "distinctions without differences." As a reading specialist, I usually stay on the practical "whatever works" side of the ledger. However, with respect to this one issue, I think my speech therapist and ESL friends have won me over. Without getting over-technical (Please… if I see one more diagram of the vocal cords or hear the word fricative, I will not be held responsible for my actions), here are a few instructional tools that will help us all teach the voiced and unvoiced "th" consonant digraph.
More Articles, Free Resources, and Teaching Tips from the Pennington Publishing Blog
- English-language Arts Standards
- English-language Arts Instruction
- Essay Strategies
- The Writing Process/Writers Workshop
- Writing Style
- Grammar and Mechanics
- Spelling
- Vocabulary
- Structural Analysis/Syllabication/Oral Language
- Teaching Reading in the ELA Classroom
- ELA/Reading Assessments
- Reading Intervention
- Independent Reading
- Response to Intervention
- Differentiated Instruction (RtI)
- Critical Thinking
- Study Skills
- Test Preparation
- Educational Issues and Teaching Trends
- Developmental Characteristics
- Professional Development
Mark Pennington, MA Reading Specialist, is the author of the comprehensive reading intervention curriculum, Teaching Reading Strategies. Designed to significantly increase the reading
abilities of students ages eight through adult within one year, the curriculum is decidedly un-canned, is adaptable to various instructional settings, and is simple to use—a perfect choice for Response to Intervention tiered instructional levels. Get multiple choice diagnostic reading assessments , formative assessments, blending and syllabication activities, phonemic awareness, and phonics workshops, comprehension worksheets, multi-level fluency passages recorded at three different reading speeds and accessed on YouTube, 586 game cards, posters, activities, and games.
Also get the accompanying Sam and Friends Phonics Books. These eight-page decodable take-home books include sight words, word fluency practice, and phonics instruction aligned to the instructional sequence found in Teaching Reading Strategies. Each book is illustrated by master cartoonist, David Rickert. The cartoons, characters, and plots are designed to be appreciated by both older remedial readers and younger beginning readers. The teenage characters are multi-ethnic and the stories reinforce positive values and character development. Your students (and parents) will love these fun, heart-warming, and comical stories about the adventures of Sam and his friends: Tom, Kit, and Deb. Oh, and also that crazy dog, Pug.
Everything teachers need to teach a diagnostically-based reading intervention program for struggling readers at all reading levels is found in this comprehensive curriculum. Ideal for students reading two or more grade levels below current grade level, English-language learners, and Special Education students. Simple directions and well-crafted activities truly make this an almost no-prep curriculum. Works well as a half-year intensive program or full-year program, with or without paraprofessional assistance.


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Born in Savannah but raised on Sullivan's Island, South Carolina, Laura Cooper is a true southern woman. She believes that iced tea should always be sweet and has an entire Pinterest Board with over a hundred different ways to cook shrimp.
Via an AOL chat room she met her husband of sixteen years, Chris Cooper. Together they have two children, (both in college at the same time) and fifteen, yes count 'em, fifteen dogs.
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Between calls begging for money (from her children) and squeaky toys, she somehow manages to embolden other southern women to explore their sexuality through reading. Claiming that fifty is the new thirty, Laura encourages her readers to examine themselves, crawl out from beneath the soccer mom status and live a little.
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I am part of a great group on Fb that loves to read and discuss books and this one did strike up some great conversation.
I have another book from this author that I have heard great things about called Semper Fi and it is next on my reading list!
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After having one of these at camp and having to move back to our regular house, I was assembling the new tower. One of our cats couldn't wait for assembly to be complete and launched up it while I was holding it to screw on more attachments. The take home message is that the cats love it and it really is a space saver for their humans.
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5 out of 5 stars Eyelid Surgery
38 Year Old Female with Loose Under Eyes - Lone Tree, CO
Dr. Picerno took plenty of time with me and explained the outcomes in detail. During the procedure she again explained everything that she was doing and was always making sure I was comfortable and tolerating the procedure well. Dr. Picerno and Kerry checked on me post procedure just to make sure I was doing ok and if I had any questions. I felt like I was in great hands!
5 out of 5 stars Eyelid Surgery
Upper and Lower Eye Lift and Fat Placement - Denver, CO
Dr. Picerno did procedure in the office. Her care is exceptional. She is attentive, positive. Results are fantastic. Trust her 100%. Her follow up care is excellent. Refer others to her frequently.
5 out of 5 stars Septoplasty
Dr. Nicolette Picerno in Denver is Not Only a Fantastic ENT and Plastic Surgeon, but a Wonderful Person! - Denver, CO
After I learned my nose was indeed fractured with deviated septum and my appearance and breathing ability compromised, I was beyond frightened. I was told I needed to undergo and open reduction nasal septal repair fracture (basically a septoplasty). Anyhow, I did some research and read countless horror stories. Already fearful of any type of medical procedure, I considered cancelling multiple times before the surgery. Briefly, by three days post-op I had returned to work, and except for some mild stuffiness and a cast, I didn't feel all that bad. 9 days post-opp I feel fantastic. I attribute my speedy recovery to Dr. Picerno. Not only can I breathe better than ever, but she was able to get my nose straight and return it to pre-injury (even looks better). Also, when I had massive swelling after cast removal I was concerned that it wasn't swelling, but a new deformity. I returned to her and she listened. Really listened and understood. She alleviated my fears and won my trust (not an easy thing to do). Today I woke up with my good looking nose. If you need any type of work done, see Dr. Picerno. You will be grateful.
5 out of 5 stars Restylane
I Am a 47 Year Old Professional Who Needed a Little Help with Gravity. Denver, CO
Dr. Picerno was friendly and professional. She took the time to explain the procedure and stayed on schedule. (Great for the busy girl). VERY PLEASED!
5 out of 5 stars Restylane Silk
I Feel Beautiful!!! - Denver, CO
3 out of 5 stars Fat Transfer
Fat Grafting: Not Sure - Denver, CO
Seemed frazzled and somewhat dismissive of my concerns. I also had a peel and really wasn't happy with the results there, but that's a different story. I think she knows what she's doing, but didn't like the bedside manner.
5 out of 5 stars Laser Peel
Dr P is the besr!!
I love Dr. P!! I appreciate her expertise and honesty. She has helped me address my problem areas to my satisfaction and I have the utmost confidence in her skills. I had a laser treatment and my skin has never looked better!
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Actor Kevin Costner said Thursday that having BP use his company's device to help with the Gulf oil spill cleanup is "not a Hollywood ending for me."
He told a Senate committee on small business that he's been working for more than a decade in hopes of having the cleanup machines on hand for immediate use in spills.
"Clearly, there is a market out there," said Costner, who has invested more than $24 million to develop the portable devices.
BP has contracted with Costner and Ocean Therapy Solutions to use 32 centrifuge machines that are designed to separate oil from water.
Costner said all major oil companies should keep the device nearby, like a fire extinguisher, ready whenever accidents occur.
The centrifuges can fit on fishing boats or docks and clean 200 gallons of water per minute - 210,000 gallons per day, Costner said.
The actor appeared at the hearing of the Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship to talk about the challenges small businesses face in getting the government and BP to evaluate their ideas to clean up the Gulf oil spill.
Navigating the system is like "playing a video game that no one can master," Costner said. And many government agencies and foreign and U.S. oil companies were unresponsive even after seeing the oil-water separator years ago.
Costner said the device had been sitting at a Nevada facility for 10 years until BP Chief Operating Officer Doug Suttles recently called him.
"He was excited," Costner said. "He told me that the machine worked. He told me that it was working against the dispersants, that it was handling the variations of oil mixtures and thickness present in the Gulf."
Costner said other small businesses like his have ideas that could be used in the oil spill relief effort.
"If we can find oil thousands of feet in the ground at depths that boggle the mind," Costner said, "then surly we have the technology to clean up our own mess."
Online: Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship:
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Do you ever watch home remodeling shows and think, "I can't imagine what the finished design will look like"? Without fail, the designer swoops in and presents a visual overview to the homeowners, helping to paint a picture, if you will. It can be overwhelming to imagine what your home might look like before any remodel is complete and not everyone has access to a personal designer. Fortunately, Royal Building Products, an industry leader in innovation and style of home building products, has picked up on a growing trend and developed an online tool to help.
Kriss Swint is the director of interactive and design strategy at Royal Building Products. She notes that homeowners love Dream Designer. "They love being able to see what their house will look like before they choose the products and colors. It gives them an opportunity to design their exterior the way they want and really show off their own personal style."
Chances are super-slim that you're not subscribed to Pinterest or haven't at least peeked at the site. This is where Royal Building Products saw an opportunity. There are more than 8 million users on Pinterest, and home inspiration is a popular category there. From design tips to links that take you to products you can purchase to landscape inspiration, users are finding and sharing ideas and images of their dream homes. The Dream Design tool takes your interests a step further.
Dream Designer allows users to create and customize their dream home exterior with different siding and trim textures, styles, materials and colors that complement the look and feel of their home. "Dream Designer is the ultimate 'try it before you buy it' tool," says Swint. "It allows homeowners to play around with different types of siding profiles so they can see what the products will look like on their home in the colors they want. They can also choose trim options to help accentuate the windows and corners for a more finished appearance. Once the homeowner narrows down their design options, they can create a PDF of their designs to share with family and friends by posting it on Facebook, sharing on Twitter or sending via email."
Users can choose from a variety of home styles on the website, or upload a photo of their own home, and begin the dream design process of selecting a siding profile and color, adding trim and stone, layering architectural corners and more. Once complete, users are encouraged to share their completed home design, inviting friends and family to potentially "approve" the look before any exterior design work gets underway.
One you complete your design board via Dream Designer, you can purchase your custom board for $20, which includes your home exterior image. Within a few days, you'll be sent product samples for each part of the design project, so you can discuss the details with your contractor, helping to turn your dream into reality.
The online tool is fun to use and gives you a feel of what your dreams will uncover! Check out Dream Designer for yourself.
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DxO Labs has officially announced 'DxOMark Mobile' - its assessment of mobile phone image quality we're using here on Connect as part of our comprehensive cell phone reviews, such as the Apple iPhone 5 Review we published today.
Drawing on DxO Labs' expertise in measuring the image quality of conventional cameras and lenses, DxOMark Mobile aims to help consumers analyze and compare the still and video performance of mobile devices by freely providing them with its industrial-quality scientific measurements. Its experts will analyze 14 aspects of mobile imaging including detailed image quality assessment, flash performance, autofocus reliability and more to produce a final score comparable to existing DxOMark figures.
For example, DxOMark Mobile gave the iPhone 5 an overall score of 74, the same as its predecessor the iPhone 4S. Our review breaks down this figure, explaining DxO's throrough data and what it means to you in terms of real-world performance.
"Of the dozen mobile devices that we have already tested, some have already attained a significant level of image quality," said Frédéric Guichard, Chief Scientific Officer for DxO Labs. "However, the increase in sensor resolution and the miniaturization of pixels has introduced new problems well-known to photographers, such as digital noise. Our detailed test results will allow consumers to analyze all of the intrinsic qualities of mobile cameras."
Initial results frrom DxOMark Mobile testing indicates considerable progress mobile phone image quality. DxO found the Nokia 808 PureView, which came in first in the DxOMark Mobile rankings for still photos, is superior to that of a 5-year-old compact camera. As for video, the best mobile tested in this category, the Samsung Galaxy SIII, outperforms the Canon Powershot 100.
"With its continuously-enriched database, DxOMark Mobile aims to become the reference source for information about mobile camera image quality, and to develop partnerships with many players in the mobile photography market," said Jérôme Ménière, CEO of DxO Labs.


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Fred Zinnemann directed this World War II drama, considered one of the best anti-Nazi dramas produced by Hollywood during the war years. The story concerns seven prisoners in a Nazi concentration camp who manage to elude the guards and the Gestapo. The commandant, in a rage over their escape, nails crosses to seven trees, planning to crucify each of the prisoners as they are captured. Gradually six of the prisoners are discovered by the...more
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There is a new version of the free online Massacre Guidebook, highlights include:
* Reformatted to be more compact and easily printed, cut and bound into a handy 5″x8″ field guide.
* New graphics for the public access driving directions.
* New graphics for the cliff/crag locations at Massacre.
* New table of contents to find areas and crags […]