Lara Smith
Lara Smith+ is a freelance writer and a stay-at-home mother of two. She is currently a feature writer for Suite101, and she also writes for The Content Authority.
She has a Bachelor of Arts with an English major and a double minor in History and Religious Studies. In 2001, her research paper entitled "The Beat Generation Writers and Abstract Expressionists of the Avant-Garde" was the winner of the Edmonton Journal Book Prize.
After graduating university, she worked at an upscale gift store where she was in charge of visual merchandising and window displays. From there, she went on to work as an editor for a market research firm.
When she is not writing, she can be found spending time with her family, gardening, reading, jogging, and searching for all things vintage and unique.
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Comments and queries can be sent to laras@live.ca.
Latest Articles
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The History of the Sleeping Beauty Story: Giambattista Basile
As one of the earliest Sleeping Beauty tales published in Europe, Basile's "Sun, Moon, and Talia" contains dark elements of rape, cannibalism and murder.
Apr 3, 2012
- Lara Smith
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Easter Craft for Kids: Easter Bunny Piggy Bank
As Easter hops closer, it's time to get the little ones excited with some fun Easter crafts for kids. Learn how to make an adorable Easter bunny piggy bank.
Mar 14, 2012
- Lara Smith
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Easter Craft for Kids: Glass Jar Easter Bunny
This is a fun Easter craft for kids to do with a parent or caregiver. Turn a glass jar into an Easter decoration with a few supplies and some imagination.
Mar 13, 2012
- Lara Smith
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Early Cadbury Factory History: How Sweet It Is
You know the chocolate. You know the brand. But do you know the history behind Cadbury becoming one of the most globally-recognized chocolate manufacturers?
Mar 12, 2012
- Lara Smith
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The Cons of Homeschooling Children
Making the decision to homeschool can be a controversial one. Exploring some of the cons of this approach aids parents in deciding what is right for them.
Feb 27, 2012
- Lara Smith
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The Pros of Homeschooling Children
Homeschooling is becoming a more popular and accepted choice. Exploring the pros of this approach aids parents in deciding what is best for their child.
Feb 27, 2012
- Lara Smith
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St. Patrick's Day Craft for Kids: Shamrock Stick Puppets
This St. Patrick's Day craft for kids allows children to create their own adorable shamrock puppets. You need only a few supplies and some imagination!
Feb 24, 2012
- Lara Smith
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St. Patrick's Day Craft for Kids: Festive Shamrock Characters
Children will love this St. Patrick's Day craft as they can create a variety of whimsical shamrock characters.
Feb 21, 2012
- Lara Smith
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St. Patrick's Day Craft for Kids: Pot O' Shamrocks
With this St. Patrick's Day craft for kids, children can make a festive decoration. Transform a pot, paper and sticks into a potted shamrock arrangement.
Feb 17, 2012
- Lara Smith
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St. Patrick's Day Craft for Kids: Tissue-Paper Rainbow
With this St. Patrick's Day craft for kids, you can help your little ones find the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow, along with some extra luck!
Feb 14, 2012
- Lara Smith
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