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Every year, CGM writers dive into the newest technology, the latest game launches and freshest films. We spend our year sorting through the good and the bad, highlighting where companies have excelled, and what needs improvement. Heading into 2022, we have a lot to look forward to from the gaming, tech and media industries. For now, we want to take a look back on 2021, to see what was worth celebrating, and what wasn’t. This list compiles our worst reviewed movies, games and tech from 2021, things that need improvement in most areas. If it scored under a 5, it’s...

February hosts one of the most lovely days on the calendar, Valentine’s Day. It’s a day to celebrate warm feelings for friends, family, significant others, and more.  Whether your get-together is a romantic “for two” event or a Galentine’s group gathering, a Valentine’s Day tea party is just the ticket to surround your guests with the swirling romance of affection. Setting the Scene From hearts and flowers to stars and glitter, there are many ways to make your Valentine’s tea party table a magical place for your guests.  I like to use conversation hearts (yes, the yummy, sugary candies) for...

Zipper mishaps could cause a lot of stress to someone easily. But, these common problems could be fixed with simple methods and simple materials that you already have available around your house. Lifehacker via YouTube will show us how easy it is to fix every zipper issue there is. Materials: Graphite pencils, petroleum jelly, bar soap, or olive oil Pliers Paper clip or keyring Directions: When your zippers are stuck Lubricate the teeth of the zippers with the tip of a graphite pencil closest to the slider. Graphite is a great dry lubricant and helps smooth things out, if it...

Read alouds are such a great way to work on so many literacy skills, but it can be difficult to differentiate them for students in special education. Book companions take the guess work out of read alouds! I’m going to share some winter book companions you can use in your classroom. This is the planning guide included in the book companions. Teacher Planning Guide I’m going to give you a walk through of the winter book companions. The first component included in each book companion is a teacher planning guide. When I said this will take all the guess work...

Score the BEST in-store savings at Walgreens! Through February 5th, Walgreens is offering a $6 Register Reward when you buy 4 select Downy, Bounce, Bounty, Tide or Charmin products in-store only! Even better, these items are on sale and some have digital coupons available. Be sure to also check your account for a mystery Booster coupon (typically $5 Walgreens Cash when you spend $20). Note this offer does vary and you’ll need to clip the coupon before ordering to earn the rewards. Plus, through March 26th, make a $20 purchase of participating P&G products to earn a $5 Visa Card...