It’s Easter this weekend, and that usually means lots of chocolate, eggs, bunnies, chocolate eggs, chocolate bunnies… you get the idea. For many of us, it’s also a very spiritual holiday that inspires a wide range of traditions and festivities. The more class trips we send to Europe, the more we’ve come to appreciate its Read More …
Today marks the start of the Chinese New Year. This festival is celebrated around the world as a fresh start, the introduction of spring, plantings, and new beginnings—we could all use that this year! Nearly 20% of the world takes part, so check out these nine interesting facts about the Chinese New Year. 1. Chinese Read More …
Crispy latkes laden with sour cream, sweet-smelling fruit pies spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, roasted turkey paired with creamy mashed potatoes and tangy cranberry sauce, a bucket of Kentucky Fried Chicken… The holidays are almost upon us, which means plenty of specialty dishes we can’t wait to sink our teeth into. (Yes, we meant to Read More …
Happy Canada Day! Today marks the country’s 146th birthday, and Canadians are celebrating with picnics, beaches and parades from coast to coast. To celebrate the nation’s birth, one of our favorite teachers sent us some photos from the Canada Day celebrations in her hometown in British Columbia. Get your fill of flags, picnics and fun Read More …
