Archive for May 2010

Connecting to the World through Books

May 31st, 2010 | By Rachel Elliott | Category: Lead Story, Literacy Project

Each and every day I try to create learning experiences that allow my students to feel connected to the world that we live in. As our world seemingly shrinks because of our connectivity it sometimes feels like we are less connected to those around us more than ever.



29 Days of Giving

May 30th, 2010 | By Rachel Elliott | Category: 29 Days of Giving, Personal Growth, Society

In my quest for tasks that will help me remember that I have enough, that I am enough, I came across an article in one of my favourite magazines about how giving to others without expectation can reconnect us with our world.



Sarah Marie Lacy

May 30th, 2010 | By Christine Gordon Manley | Category: Art & Craft

Name: Sarah Marie Lacy

Usually found: Behind my easel, or behind my laptop

Hometown: St. Catharines, Ontario

Age: 22 years

Occupation: Artist, freelance web designer and freelance social media marketer (I like to keep busy!)



Beware, Take Care, and Waste Not

May 27th, 2010 | By Jody L Weymouth | Category: Economy

Will I survive a summer in Ontario with no cooling ocean breezes? Our house has no air conditioning and we do not have any window air conditioners. This may get very tricky, or at the least very sticky.To beat the heat without breaking the bank will take a plan. Can I keep my cool while keeping my green?