When I was in Spain two months ago, I enjoyed oodles of pastries, delicious hake (left) served with shrimp with their heads and tails intact, tortillas (which are similar to omelets) with asparagus, and delicious ham and cheese croquettes (right). In the “Supermercado” I saw rows and rows of fish and shell fish, as well as these interesting… Continue reading Don't Make Me Eat My Words
For the last few years I´ve been fortunate enough to visit several European countries. I have found that each time I learn about our destination the same way. I look up some of the places on the internet ahead of time, read the guidebook (usually on the airplane), and then read about the specific destination… Continue reading Octopus and Peacocks
As educators and parents we’re always thrilled when we connect with a student or child. That was my experience while working with a student who is a part of the tutoring group I coordinate. A joint ministry of Christ Covenant Church and Covenant Day School, the group has met once a week for three years.… Continue reading Teachable Moments
Last year when I traveled with my husband through Austria, Germany, and the Czech Republic, I was interested in the tags and graffiti which I saw. I found this tag in Nuremberg, Germany: And this graffiti in another part of that city: Looking at them, I remembered an article that I had read a few… Continue reading When the Writing is on the Wall
I usually just blog about literacy. But when my daughter Lori (who is studying in Spain) posted this video on Facebook, I couldn't resist sharing it with you. Hope you enjoy it!Besides...just think of all the literacy skills that were used to put this video together!Technorati Tags:couch story, Ovideo, Spain, Lori BaldwinAdd to: | Technorati… Continue reading A Couch Story