Elena Ferrante’s Naples books are essentially about knowledge—its possibilities and its limits. Intellectual knowledge, sexual knowledge, political knowledge. What kind of knowledge does it take to get by in this world? How do we attain that knowledge? How does our knowledge change us and wound us and empower us, often at the same time? What things do we want to know and what would we prefer to leave unknown? What can we control? Who has power over our lives?
These days Instagram can be a more negative place than positive, but Instagram poet Atticus is changing the conversation by writing unforgettable poems about women's flaws and how they make us even more beautiful. Anytime you're feeling down on yourself and less confident than you deserve, look to these inspirational Atticus quotes to make you re-think what perfect really looks like.
Thinking about working or studying abroad in Sweden? After 2 years of living as an expat in Sweden, here are 6 things you should know before you make the move.
We've got a large collection of literary quotes about happiness. Here are the 20 best quotes about from the collection.
Search for in-depth and accurate information on William Shakespeare and his complete body of work with the help of these fantastic online resources.
I read one of the most hyped books on Book Tok, We Were Liars, and I want to talk about it. On the blog, I am reviewing We Were Liars.
In honor of St. Patrick’s day coming up, and my realization that I have been in Europe for eight months now, I have decided to do a Irish themed literary post. Irish authors are famously know…
In her essays, British columnist Caitlin Moran picks up funny feminism where Nora Ephron left off. She takes a fresh approach to hit topics from the past 40 or so years of feminist writing: sexuality, marriage, division of housework, female body fat, abortion and sexism in the workplace.
Maria Mitchell was the first female astronomer in the US. She discovered a new comet - named after her, “Miss Mitchell's Comet.”
The Utopian Impulse: Buckminster Fuller and the Bay Area, up through July 29 “The Bay Area has long attracted dreamers, progressives, nonconformists, and designers. Buckminster Fuller was all of these, and although he never lived in San Francisco, his ideas have spawned many local experiments in technology, design, and sustainability. The first to consider Fuller’s […]
A unique poem, written by a 14 year-old, has gone viral
“I know this about myself, O Lord: in a room full of people, I would rather retreat into a quiet corner and flip through the pages of a book than step beyond the walls of my self to engage another person in conversation.”
There are great men and women who walk this earth with so much grace, inspiring and empowering millions of people from all over the world to live their lives in ways that bring more love, joy and h…
This article throws some light on Understanding Transformational Leadership and how such leadership brings about great changes in people's lives.
There's plenty of content singing the praises of New Zealand, but what about the bad things about living there? Let's share the not so good side of NZ.
Since December 2017 a large number of rare religious and occult books written before the 20th century have been submitted for a digitization process that
What a wonderful world persuasion is! In this FREE lesson, students will get familiar with Aristotle's three rhetorical appeals for persuasion- Logos, Ethos, and Pathos. With an informational activity sheet, along with a *Sell Me This Pen* worksheet, students will find current examples of an ancient concept in modern commercials, as well as state their own case by selling an item they carry with them every day! Students will have fun finding ways marketing strategies focus on one (or more than one) appeal to gain a certain audience! Oh, and did I mention that it is FREE?! ~~~Like what you see? Check out some of my American Literature Mini-Units!~~~ Rip Van Winkle- A Mini Unit!Henry Wadsworth Longfellow- The Ropewalk and The Cross of Snow Mini-Unit!Thanatopsis- A Mini-Unit!The Devil and Tom Walker- *MEME* Activity Included!- Mini-Unit! Emerson: Nature and Self-Reliance Mini-Unit! The Minister's Black Veil Mini-Unit! In need of FUN activities to do with your students? Take a look at these great lessons that get your students up, moving, and PARTICIPATING! Public Speaking Activity! Minute to Win It Improv Debate! Edgar Allan Poe- A CSI Activity! Was he MURDERED? ***************************************************************************** Customer Tips : How to get TPT credit to use on future purchases: • Please go to your My Purchases page (you may need to login). Beside each purchase you'll see a Provide Feedback button. Simply click it and you will be taken to a page where you can give a quick rating and leave a short comment for the product. Each time you give feedback, TPT gives you feedback credits that you use to lower the cost of your future purchases. I value your feedback greatly as it helps me determine which products are most valuable for your classroom so I can create more for you. Be the first to know about my new discounts, freebies and product launches: • Look for the green star next to my store logo and click it to become a follower. BAM! You will now receive email updates about this store! *****************************************************************************
Welcome to my Slimming World SP Week. I wanted to see what all the fuss was about with the SP days on Slimming World and have decided to dedicate five days to it. At the time of writing this and…
What is poverty life like in third world countries? Find out how those living in poverty really live life on a daily basis in their third world country.
Grab this free printable country fact sheet to write cool country facts all in one place.
Don’t miss the two current giveaways! Click the links on the sidebar —–> Learning /// about grief and boundaries and things that just don’t seem fair in this world. A few…
This Breakdancing Boy Will Warm Your Heart
In this episode of the Plein Air Podcast, listen to a lively conversation with Pierre Guidetti of Savoir Faire and Eric Rhoads about color ...
Filled with warmth and humor, Somewhere in the Middle captures the simple joy found in ordinary moments and in the people we share our lives with, shedding new light on what it truly means to find the place where you belong. Half Filipino but raised in an American household, Deborah Francisco Douglas had always longed to know more about her Filipino heritage. So when a thick government-issued envelope arrived at her door announcing her assignment to the Philippines as a Peace Corps Volunteer, she snatched the opportunity and set out on a journey of self-discovery, travel, and adventure. Arriving in the mountain town of Baguio City, Philippines, she was introduced to a life of obnoxious roosters, bucket baths, and kids shouting her name every time she walked down the street. Despite her attempts to get involved in the community, her desire for belonging and identity did not materialize as quickly as planned. Realizing that \"Filipino time\" means nothing ever happens in a hurry, Deborah braces for the journey ahead, hoping to find answers, and above all, to find herself.Filled with warmth and humor, Somewhere in the Middle captures the simple joy found in ordinary moments and in the people we share our lives with, shedding new light on what it truly means to find the place where you belong. Whether you're hoping to unearth your own cultural roots, volunteer abroad, or find your next travel adventure, this memoir offers inspiration for all those yearning to discover who they are and where they belong in the world.
Catal Hoyuk was an ancient city in modern day Turkey. It resembled an ancient apartment or condominium complex. this piece seeks to answer some questions about the city. A quick yet informative read.
According to her family, the Japanese supercentenarian had been hospitalized and discharged repeatedly in recent weeks
A boy is given a gift which changes how he feels about the world around him. Watch this delightful short film with your children and try some of our suggested teaching ideas and classroom activities.
2019 Tucson Weekly “40 Essential Arizona Books” pick 2014 One Book Yuma selection 2010 Best of the Best from the University Presses (ALA) selection 201...
Taiwan, an island nation with a population of 23 million, may be easy to miss on a map, but its small size belies a wealth of culture, food, natural beauty, and ESL students! There’s a reason expats…
