New tips on how to write a love letter

Although my lens is only a few weeks old I have added new tips about how to write a great love letter. This lens is a part of my series of lenses about how to be a better writer that offer free writing advice. This is just in time for Valentine's Day and helps you learn how to write a love letter.

How much do you know about fish?

Find out just how much you know about our finned friends with these fun fish trivia questions and answers.

Trivia questions are amusing, interesting, and invigorating.

They can make you a sparkling conversationalist. They can make you appear smarter than you really are. They can actually help make you smarter than you were before. Add these fun fish trivia facts to your fund of knowledge and amaze your friends with your knowledge of useless trivia questions and answers.

And in this case, trivia questions are more than a little bit fishy!

Check out my Horse Trivia Quiz: Newly updated & now a quiz

Test your knowledge of horse trivia facts with our horse trivia questions and answers. We think our awesome trivia questions and answers are anything but useless trivia questions and answers.

March along to this brand new trivia quiz! I just changed it over due to popular demand

Whatever your view of the month of March I am sure that learning some fun March trivia facts and answers some fun March trivia questions will improve your mood. After all, who doesn't enjoy fun trivia questions and answers?

How do you define a Successful Squid?

We can use a number of measures to determine what constitutes success for a Squidoo lensmaster. Squidoo earnings is definitely one measure of success, but if you enjoy social networking on Squidoo then you might judge Squidoo success entirely different.

Enjoy free trivia questions and answers?

I invite you enjoy the fun trivia questions and answers I have on offer and to visit my other trivia lenses for more trivia facts, quiz questions and answers, and other (not so) useless trivia questions and answers.

Metawriting for better writing

Many struggling writers think the only way they can improve is for someone else to help them become a better writer, but in truth a good writing teacher is more of a coach or guide and knows when to get out of the writer's way. The path to better writing begins with metawriting. Even if you have the best writing teacher in the world there will come a day when you need to leave that teacher behind and write on your own. That is why good writing teachers prepare you for that day by helping you become a self-regulated writer. Key to this process is metawriting -- your intensive, thoughtful study of your own writing.

Escape the winter blues with my spring sports trivia quiz

Is wintery weather getting you down? Are you ready to take a break from shoveling snow and washing mittens? Then take my fun Spring Sports Trivia Quiz which offers lots of fun trivia questions and answers and is anything but useless trivia.

Great books that boys like to read

My son has been an Adam Blade fan for years. After finishing up the Harry Potter series, we looked around for a new series and selected Blade's Beast Quest series.

This turned out to be a great choice because these are great books for boys -- really great books for children to read.

Great books for learning to read

Do you have an emerging reader in your life? If you are looking for books for learning to read then do I have the lens for you! Children learning to read need books that are fun and interesting to read but also have a story line and vocabulary level that makes the text accessible. These books are all from my son's bookshelves when he was learning to read. These are great books for kids learning to read.

Learning the alphabet

Learning the alphabet is not difficult for most children as long as you making learning their alphabet letters fun and regularly work on the skills. There is no order to teach alphabet letters. In fact, while your child is first learning the alphabet do not worry about order at all. Teach each individual letter of the alphabet as it is much more important that the child understand the shape and sound of each letter. After they have that alphabetic principle mastered you can help them worry about the order of the alphabet letters.

Looking for some good books to read?

If you are looking for nonfiction books to read then you should check out Susan Jacoby. Her nonfiction books are good books to make you think and always have something to teach you. You must check out these popular nonfiction books!

Check out my (not so) useless trivia

My trivia questions and answers comes in many shapes and forms from random trivia facts to focused or themed trivia, such as holiday trivia questions and answers. If you love animal trivia facts then I have lots of that to offer and many quiz questions focused on various holidays and events. Come in and enjoy my (not so) useless trivia questions and answers.

Need help teaching writing?

Teaching writing is challenging work though and many teachers fear they don't have the knowledge for effective teaching about writing. I have taught writers from primary school through graduate school and teaching writing is fun and rewarding as well as challenging. I want to make teaching writing easier for other teachers. Check out these tips for better teaching!

Who is the Squidoo lensmaster Rwoman?

While the Mona Lisa is perhaps the most famous Renaissance Woman, on Squidoo that title rightfully belongs to Deanna Mascle.

This Squidoo lensmaster uses the handle "Rwoman" as a shortened version of her online entrepreneurial handle "Renaissance Woman Online". A lifelong learner, avid reader, and prolific writer she is eager to learn and loves to share her knowledge whether it is trivial or life altering!

How do you write a 5-paragraph essay?

Learning how to write a 5-paragraph essay is a key part of every student's education which makes these points important academic writing tips.

What do you know about the month of March?

What is your view of the month of March?

Share your thoughts and enjoy some fun March trivia facts and answers some fun March trivia questions. After all, who doesn't enjoy fun trivia questions and answers?

Test your Cupid Quotient with these quiz questions

Certainly we do not think love and romance are trivial things, but there is no reason we can't have fun while we explore what we know -- and what we don't know -- about love, romance, and their history. Come join us for some fun Valentine's day trivia questions and answers and we hope you enjoy our Valentine trivia questions.

Learn how to write better

Learn how to write better. Learn more about your writing process and how to be a better writer.

Looking for great books that boys like to read?

Adam Blade's Beast Quest series are great books for boys and great books for kids especially if you are interested in books for reluctant readers.

Enjoy free trivia questions and answers?

I invite you enjoy the fun trivia questions and answers I have on offer and to visit my other trivia lenses for more trivia facts, quiz questions and answers, and other (not so) useless trivia questions and answers.

Check out these classic books for kids

If you are looking for books for kids then be sure not to overlook the oldies but goodies -- those classics that you loved as a child! Children and books have always gone together like peanut butter and jelly and kids really respond to books recommended by an adult who loved that book once too. Check out my list of favorite kids books and make a list of your own!

Learn how to be a better writer with metawriting

Many struggling writers think the only way they can improve is for someone else to help them become a better writer, but in truth a good writing teacher is more of a coach or guide and knows when to get out of the writer's way. The path to better writing begins with metawriting. Even if you have the best writing teacher in the world there will come a day when you need to leave that teacher behind and write on your own. That is why good writing teachers prepare you for that day by helping you become a self-regulated writer. Key to this process is metawriting -- your intensive, thoughtful study of your own writing.

Learn more about me and help me solve my identity problem

I just updated and revised my personal bio lens but in the process I learned I have a real identity crisis. Can you help me solve it? Help me figure out who Deanna Mascle really is!

How much do you know about horses?

Test your knowledge of horse trivia facts with our horse trivia questions and answers. We think our awesome trivia questions and answers are anything but useless trivia questions and answers.

Are you looking for motivation?

What motivates you? Learn more about motivation and then learn how to motivate yourself.

I have set my goals for 2011! Have you?

Apparently I missed the 2011 Goals quest for Giant Squids...so sad! But I decided to go ahead and create the lens anyway! Come check out my goals for 2011 and if you have your own goals lens that add it to my Plexo!

Are you interested in historical mystery fiction?

The Brother Cadfael Chronicles are a historical mystery series set in Medieval England and featuring a mystery-solving Benedictine monk. I love these historical mystery books and am a big Brother Cadfael fan. If you are looking for good books to read then you should check out this series.

Are you inspired by Anne Sullivan?

I find the life and words of Anne Sullivan offers inspirational messages for women and teachers. Her story is an inspirational message about life and teaching. I hope you find her story moving and her quotes inspiring.

How do you know if Captain Underpants is for you?

If you are looking for a serious book -- then this book is not for you.

If you are looking for a girly book -- then this book is not for you.

If you are looking for a fully clothed super hero -- then this book is not for you.

But if you are looking for great books for boys or funny, silly books for reluctant readers then these series books are definitely for you!

My newest lens is a trophy case

After four years on Squidoo, I have managed to publish more than 300 lenses and have a received a number of honors. I thought it was time to display those honors in one place.

In 2007 I originally joined Squidoo for SEO. My intent was to create Squidoo backlinks for my blog marketing and other internet marketing enterprises. Now, four years later, I have essentially retired from those other online marketing efforts and other than some passive income (from parked web sites) my only freelance income comes from my Squidoo earnings. I have found that Squidoo lens creation feeds my need to write and create and I also enjoy social networking on Squidoo.

How do you define success?

Is defining success in today's world different than in the past? I think for some people it is, but for most we have the same basic standards as a definition of success. We want to provide for our families, we want to find happiness in life, and we want our lives to have meaning. Where do you find inspiration for success?

Learning how to write

Learning how to write has been made easier than ever before with the internet making writing prompts, writing tips, and writing classes more available and more accessible than at any other time in history. If you are serious about learning how to be a better writer then you have only to put in the time and work necessary and you can make your dreams come true.

What does it take to be a Successful Squid?

We can use a number of measures to determine what constitutes success for a Squidoo lensmaster. Squidoo earnings is definitely one measure of success, but if you enjoy social networking on Squidoo then you might judge Squidoo success entirely different.

Teaching writing is what I do

Teaching writing and teaching other teachers of writing is an important part of who I am and I hope my writing advice helps others learn how to be a better writer. I don't believe we are ever done learning and writing is certainly one area where we must continually work and improve. The only path to better writing is practice and study.

Looking for timely trivia questions and answers?

If you are looking for timely trivia questions and answers then look no further as we have fun trivia questions and answers for every season. Be sure to check out our quiz questions and answers and our (not so) useless trivia questions.

Bertrand Russell's philosophical messages about life

Philosopher Bertrand Russell wrote extensively about life and the human experience. His philosophical messages about life, defining success, and finding happiness are inspirational.

Great books for boys and girls

Emily Rodda writes great books for boys and girls who like series books. These are great books for reluctant readers. We can guarantee that these are great books that boys like to read.

I have been one busy Squidoo lensmaster

I have been one busy Squidoo lensmaster with all this Squidoo lens revival going on. I have done a bit of Squidoo creation, but if I could share one Squidoo tip with other lensmasters it would be to make sure you spend time reviving your old lenses. Do more than simply re-publishing them -- rewrite, revise, reorganize, and add new material to your Squidoo lens and I promise you will see it rise in lensrank!

Check out my animalography

I share stories about my own pet (a black lab named Max) and tips about welcoming your own new member of the family plus lots of fun trivia questions and answers. Whether you are looking for information about how to welcome a new pet to your family or fun animal facts then my animal lenses have lots to offer.

What is the secret of happiness?

What is the secret of happiness? We are all looking for happiness in life, but most of us never learn the art of happiness. I am not happy all the time, but I think in general I am a happy person and I share my thoughts about how to find happiness here. I hope you will share your thoughts on happiness as well. The key to happiness shouldn't be a secret!

Learn more about the power of visualization

Through the power of visualization we can better understand our data and increase our learning. Information visualization is an important tool for research and learning. Learn more about visualization tools and visualization techniques to improve your visual literacy.

Inspirational message on life and learning

This lens offers an inspirational message on life and learning. I hope that my lenses offering inspirational life messages, such as this one, can help you find the inspirational thoughts you need to find success and happiness.

Stop by and enjoy our Valentine trivia questions

Certainly we do not think love and romance are trivial things, but there is no reason we can't have fun while we explore what we know -- and what we don't know -- about love, romance, and their history. Come join us for some fun Valentine's day trivia questions and answers and we hope you enjoy our Valentine trivia questions.

Great books that boys like to read

If you are looking for great books that boys like to read then the Books of Wonder is a great set of series books for boys. These are terrific books for kids whether you are looking for books for reluctant readers or books for fourth grade boy (like mine!).

Learning to read is fun and exciting

Learning to read is fun and exciting, if you know the right activities to make learning to read books easy and enjoyable for the hopeful readers in your life. Kids learning to read are willing and eager, but if they are not given access to the the right books, the right activities, and the right opportunities they can easily lose that potential. There are easy things you can give your child help learning to read.

Learning how to write is a lifelong process

Learning how to write is a lifelong process. I know because I have been writing professionally, teaching writing, and researching writing for my entire professional career. This lens is just one of many I have created offering writing advice to help you learn how to be a better writer. Use these writing tips and you will improve!

Looking for great books that boys like to read?

If you are on the look out for great books that boys like to read then you should check out this great adventure book series. Whether you are looking for books for fourth grade boy or books for reluctant readers, the Beast Quest series books are great books for boys.

In pursuit of happiness in life

If you are in pursuit of happiness in life then you first need to understand that there is not a secret key to happiness. Finding happiness is individual to every person and authentic happiness is something only you can make happen for yourself.

Looking for fun trivia questions and answers?

I hope you enjoy the fun trivia questions and answers I share with you today and invite you to visit my other trivia lenses for more trivia facts, quiz questions and answers, and other (not so) useless trivia questions and answers.

I've created a showcase for new lens lensographies!

If you are looking for new fresh Squidoo lenses then Fishing For Lenses offers you the very freshest catch of the day! If you are a Squidoo lensmaster with a lensography just for your newest freshest lenses then you must stop by and add your lens to our list!

Are you looking for great books? Check out what is on our bookshelf!

All the books my son and I have created lenses for are actually on our bookshelves and we have actually read them all. Usually if we have troubled to make a lens then we have probably read them more than once. There is no guarantee that these are the best books but they are books we like!

My final thoughts on serving as a Squid Angel

This Squidoo lensmaster has officially turned in her wings and reflects on what she learned about Squidoo, Squidoo lenses, and Squidoo lens creation.

Meet an author who writes great books for boys

Dav Pilkey write humorous fiction that is exactly the kind of books boys like to read. If you are looking for great books for boys then you simply must check out Dav Pilkey's work whether you are interested in books for reluctant readers or simply books for fourth grade boy. These are great kids books.

Check out my newest lens...all about origami or the art of paper folding

Learn more about origami or the art of paper folding with my newest lens! Tips for learning how to make origami and tidbits of origami history and why you should teach your kids origami!

I'm happy with my Squidoo payout...are you?

Today was a big day on Squidoo! It was payday. I am one happy Squidoo lensmaster. Are you? There are lots of lensmasters making money with Squidoo. Are you? I am pleased with my Squidoo earnings but also hope that all my hard work will pay off so those earnings continue to rise as I learn more about how to make money with Squidoo.

Do you wonder about the best books for boys to read?

If you are looking for great books for boys then look no further. I have great books that boys like to read straight from the bookshelves of an almost-10-year-old boy. Whether you are looking for books for fourth grade boy or books for reluctant readers the these are terrific books for kids.

Help me find balance with Squidoo addiction!

I first became a Squidoo lensmaster in 2007 to use Squidoo for SEO and then I found out how to make money on Squidoo. I also really enjoy social networking on Squidoo and learn something new every day from my many friends here, but what really keeps me coming back to Squidoo is Squidoo lens creation. I have always been a writer but now professional life is much more about teaching other writers and writing teachers and researching writing issues so Squidoo is my only creative outlet. But I have to stay strong or Squidoo will take over my life and I have to find balance.

Can you help me find balance? Check out my final guestbook at the bottom of this lens to offer your advice for helping me find balance.

Teaching writing is a job for every teacher

That's right! Teaching writing is a job for every teacher no matter what age your students and what the subject of your class. Honestly, I know I am preaching to the choir when I make that statement. No teacher really doubts the importance of reading and writing, but many teachers worry about their ability to teach writing and many simply say they do not know how to teach writing. That is why I created my lens to offer teaching writing approaches, teaching writing lesson plans, and teaching writing ideas.

Spring Into Action Sports Trivia Quiz

Just how well do you know your spring sports trivia facts? Test your knowledge of spring sports trivia questions and answers with my fun spring sports trivia quiz questions and answers. It is a mixture of ancient history and modern sports and spans the baseball field and the track. And remember, there is no such thing as useless trivia questions and answers.

Find out what I'm doing on Squidoo

In 2007 I joined Squidoo for SEO and Squidoo backlinks for my internet marketing business, but while I have put that business on the back shelf I continue as a Squidoo lensmaster. Why? Three reasons really. I really enjoy the social networking on Squidoo and my Squidoo earnings aren't too bad either. However, for me, it is really about the Squidoo lens creation that fills an important need in me. I have always been a writer and now my professional focus is more on teaching, research, and administration so Squidoo helps me stay in touch with the writer within.

Looking for fun trivia questions and answers?

There is no such thing as useless trivia questions or useless trivia facts so make sure to stop by and enjoy some of my awesome trivia questions and answers, fun quiz questions, or interesting trivia facts.

Meet historical mystery writer Ellis Peters

Are you looking for the best historical mystery books? Meet historical mystery writer Ellis Peters who writes some terrific historical mystery fiction. I think the Brother Cadfael Chronicles are among the best historical mystery novels.

New lens! Do you know how to write a love letter?

A new entry in my series of lenses about how to be a better writer that offer free writing advice. This is just in time for Valentine's Day and helps you learn how to write a love letter.

Are you making money with Squidoo?

There are many ways to make money on Squidoo and many Squidoo lensmasters are making money with Squidoo. Are you? If you earn money with Squidoo or just want to learn how to make money with Squidoo or have a lens dedicated to your Squidoo earnings then please join in the conversation and share your questions, answers, and helpful hints.

Enjoy my Earth Day trivia questions answers

My Earth Day trivia quiz questions are awesome trivia questions and answers (If I say so myself) and offer many interesting environmental trivia facts and ecological trivia and answers. Remember there is no such thing as useless trivia questions and answers and there is always time for fun trivia questions and answers.

Looking for inspirational messages about life?

Are you interested in inspirational messages about life? Quick inspirational quotes sometimes offer us the key to happiness or offer inspirational messages of hope. I hope you enjoy my inspiring messages on life.

Why do you Squidoo?

For some people it is all about making money with Squidoo. Other use Squidoo for SEO. Others enjoy social networking on Squidoo. I admit I first came to Squidoo in 2007 for Squidoo traffic and Squidoo backlinks. But those are not the reasons I have stayed a Squidoo lensmaster. I enjoy making money and socializing on Squidoo, but what really drives me is the Squidoo lens creation. So why don't read the full story below and find out just what I get from Squidoo and you can too!

Are you looking for books to read to children?

Are you looking for books to read to children? The Books of Wonder series are among the best books for children. These are great books for reluctant readers and great books for boys and girls to enjoy. Terrific books for children to read.

I was named a Giant 100 Squid!

Woo hoo! What a way for this Squidoo lensmaster to start off 2011 -- as a Giant 100 Squid. I am so excited because I am making money on Squidoo and making lots of friends thanks to social networking on Squidoo. I am one happy Squid!

You can enjoy Halloween all year with this fun trivia

If you find yourself missing Halloween then stop by and enjoy some Halloween trivia questions and answers or maybe you'd prefer some scary movie trivia question and answers? We have quiz questions and answers and Halloween trivia facts. Remember, there is no such thing as useless trivia questions and answers.

Learning the letters of the alphabet for kindergarten

Learning the letters of the alphabet for kindergarten is an important step for any preschooler. I actually began teaching my son the alphabet letters when he was just a toddler and so he had the alphabet mastered well before preschool. There are lots of alphabet games that make learning the letters of the alphabet fun and easy -- and free. Check out these tips!

Learn how to write a memo

If you have ever wondered how to write a memo then you have come to the right place. Learn how to write a memo and find more free writing advice in my other writing lenses. I can teach you how to be a better writer!

One of the top story books for children

I think this is one of the top story books for children whether you are looking for books about children or books for children to read or books to read to children Where The Wild Things Are is a warm delightful story book.

Do you need inspirational messages about life and hope?

I find that daily inspirational messages about life and good morning inspirational quotes are a terrific way to start my day. Sometimes I just need an inspirational thought and sometimes I really need something more like inspirational quotes about looking forward or other inspirational messages of hope.

What is a proud squid? Find out if you are one!

A proud Squidoo lensmaster is eager to tell the world about new lens creation in part for social networking on Squidoo but also to build Squidoo traffic and Squidoo backlinks so they can make money on Squidoo.

Looking for fun trivia questions and answers?

Looking for fun trivia questions and answers? We've got awesome trivia questions and answers plus quiz questions, trivia facts, and some (not so) useless trivia questions.

The Swiss Family Robinson is a great book for boys

The Swiss Family Robinson is a great book for boys. In fact is it one of the best books for kids and has been a classic for decades. If you are looking for books for reluctant readers or books for boys then you must check out the Swiss Family Robinson.

What, when, and how do you teach your preschooler?

Parents need preschool lesson plans just as much as teachers do -- probably more because they don't have the advantage of training and education and they spend a whole lot more time with their child. So what preschool activities can you do at home? Just about anything you need to teach your child preschool songs or fun ways to learn the alphabet you can do at home with little or no special preschool toys.

Do you wonder how to find happiness?

The secret to happiness is that you must SOW your own happiness. It is not about finding happiness or discovering the secret of happiness. You already hold the key to happiness within yourself.

Learn how to be a better writer

If you want to learn how to be a better writer then you should learn how to write in your sleep! Writing in your sleep can lead to better writing. This lens is just one of many by Rwoman that offers writing advice, writing help, and writing tips.

Looking for a fish trivia quiz?

If you are looking for a fish trivia quiz or maybe some fish trivia questions and answers or fish trivia facts then this is the lens for you. Remember there is no such thing as useless trivia questions and answers!

Learn how to write a literature review

Do you have questions about how to write a literature review? Answers to all your literature review questions including "what is a literature review" and "what to include in a literature review". Find your tips for writing a literature review.

Are you looking for some good writing tips?

If you need writing help or just good writing tips then look no further. This lens is just one of many that can help you learn how to be a better writer.

Learn more about the life, wisdom, and teaching of Mohandas Gandhi

Learn which is right...Mohandas Gandhi or Mahatma Gandhi and discover his wisdom and teaching in his own words. I have always found Gandhi quotes to be inspiring quotations and hope you enjoy your visit and find these inspirational messages helpful.

Preschool songs make great preschool activities that lead to great preschool lesson plans

Preschool songs make great preschool activities that lead to great preschool lesson plans

What is your opinion of rhetoric? of rhetoricians?

Learn more about definition of rhetoric and what it means to study rhetoric and to be a rhetorician today.

If you are looking for chapter books boys love then check out author Adam Blade

If you are looking for chapter books boys love then check out author Adam Blade and his Beast Quest series of books for boys. These are great books for boys as well as great books for reluctant readers.

Looking for inspirational messages?

If you want inspiring messages on life and inspirational messages on hope then look no further than our collection of quick inspirational quotes and inspirational thoughts.

Ring in the New Year with this fun new year trivia quiz

Ring in the New Year with this fun new year trivia quiz and learn more fun facts about new year and enjoy new year trivia questions and answers.

Are you sweet on trivia? Then check out this Valentine's Day Trivia Quiz!

If you are sweet on trivia then you owe it to yourself to take this fun Valentine's Day Trivia Quiz. Find out just how many Valentine's Day fun facts you already know and learn more by answering the Valentine trivia questions and answers.

Test your knowledge of man's best friend with this fun dog trivia quiz

Test your knowledge of man's best friend with this fun dog trivia quiz. Challenge yourself with these fun facts about dogs and these fun dog trivia questions and answers.

Looking for trivia questions and answers?

We have fun trivia questions and answers, trivia facts, and and useless trivia questions just for fun!

Sorry to say farewell to Christmas? You can still enjoy Christmas Trivia Quiz!

Whether you want to learn more Christmas fun facts or enjoys Christmas trivia questions and answers then you will want to check out this fun Christmas Trivia Quiz.