“A field trip to the bookstore? What does that even mean?!” That was my initial reaction when one of our tweens proposed the idea during our annual “wish list brainstorming session.” I recovered quickly and realized it was actually a near-perfect suggestion. The trip would cost almost nothing. Bookstores are designed for browsing. And, it […]
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May 5th is Children’s Day (어린이날) in South Korea – a day to celebrate children and their value in society. Throughout history and the world, children have been exploited for their labor. In 1923, writer and activist, Bang Jeong Hwan, introduced the idea of a holiday that would promote children’s rights. Originally, the country celebrated
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Global learning through film builds empathy and exposes viewers to experiences and places they are unable to visit. Watch these 10 favorites
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Discussing intersectionality to our children is a haunting idea that terrifies parents & educators but is necessary to raise inclusive adults
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In my role as a drama educator, I have observed several benefits when students participate in a virtual theatre program. The beauty of drama is that it is a universal language that brings people together. It can play a positive role in developing important life skills for our multicultural kids. The recent pandemic has
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