"One times one equals one, one times two equals two, one times three equals three" and so it continues against a hip-hop inspired beat to make learning math easier and more enjoyable for children. It is known as "Multiplication Hip-Hop." Everett Roundtree and his uncle, David Printis, are the masterminds behind reciting multiplication tables and other topics to the beat of hip-hop music.
At 13, she stood at 5' 1" and weighed between 145 and 150 pounds. Her grandmother decided she was too chubby for her age and enrolled her in Weight Watchers. But it was not until she turned 41 and tipped the scale at 220 pounds did Oxon Hill, MD, resident Elise Burwell take losing weight seriously.
The sharp scent of incense and the soothing sound of running water filled the sanctuary as worshippers poured in out of the cold for the 12:30pm Mass. Small children peered over the metal handrails into the large baptismal pool as their parents blessed themselves with Holy Water before taking their seats.
Feb. 14 will commemorate the 190th birthday of Frederick Douglass. The date will also celebrate the first anniversary of his Anacostia home reopening to the public after three years of renovations. More than 22,000 people have visited the 19th century estate since last February, and the National Park Service is planning a celebration at 10 a.
Perhaps the love affair began the first time a young girl tried on her mother's favorite cherry red pumps, or the time the girl put thumb tacks on the bottoms of her shoes to make that click-clacking sound. For many women, this fatal attraction began at a young age.
The Black Memorabilia, Art and Doll Show and Sale brought dozens of vendors and educational exhibits to the Washington, D.C., Convention Center on Friday and Saturday. Held for the first time in Washington, the event featured a wide range of collectibles, artwork and artifacts.
From sweet potato pie to dressing and cranberry sauce, the holiday season is not complete without creating the perfect feast. A staple menu item growing in popularity during this time of year and at summer festivals is fried turkey, but many question the safety behind turkey frying devices.