Copy That

One of the challenges we teachers face is keeping ourselves and our students aware of, and in compliance with, the concepts (and laws) surrounding copyright and fair use.

In the school setting, one issue that is often on the minds of teachers -- perhaps more so in high school and college, than in middle or elementary school -- is plagiarism.

Click here to go to a good resource for information about all these related realities of today's classroom.

Make Mine Vanilla

Here is all you need to know about that favorite for those of us who love vanilla ice cream....the vanilla bean!

What A Way To Go

In case you've wondered if there are a set of recommendations about how to take your leave in as environmentally-friendly way as possible, read this article from Mother Earth News.

Choosing A Career

One of the biggest challenges, I imagine, for some kids anyway is deciding what to do with the rest of their lives once they're out of school.

One online resource that can help kids (and maybe grown kids, too) hone in on that thing they might want to explore as a college pursuit and career is TheFunWorks.

You can take a quiz to help identify your real interests and get hooked up with some great career tips and resources.

Keep It Hoppin' And Poppin'

Guess what? October is National Popcorn Month!!! Now I'm a fan of popcorn, but in our family we have a couple people who need a popcorn fix every day.

Click here for a gathering of pages about popcorn. There are some activities and games, too. Enjoy....and keep your microwave busy all month!

So You Wanna Learn Something?

Well, then, go to SoYouWanna.com.

Here's their succinct summary of the mission:

SoYouWanna.com teaches you how to do all the things nobody taught you in school.

Fascinating place, well worth a visit!