Last month, the Wrightwood Arts Center packed an old church hall in the small mountain community to premiere its first documentary, “The Inspiration You Find.” More than a year in the making, the 30-minute film celebrates the arts and nature in Wrightwood, profiling a number of artists in their eclectic hillside studios. Even more profound for me than the sweeping drone-cam panoramas of pine forests and Joshua stands was the chance to listen to our visual artists talk about the creative process. Timothy Green is editor of Rattle magazine and co-founder of the Wrightwood Literary Festival. (File photo by David Bauman, The Press-Enterprise/SCNG) I’ve spent almost two decades exploring the inspirational wells that poems are drawn from, interviewing hundreds of...
As winter rolls in and the snow piles up (well, depending on where you live!), it's the perfect time for cozy winter read alouds and related activities in your upper elementary classroom. Seasonal themed books can introduce students to new topics and help build thematic units. Winter books can also connect different genres about the same topics. For example, you can read fictional winter stories or informational texts about living in cold climates. What a fun way to review genres halfway through the year! Favorite Winter Read Alouds I've included Amazon affiliate links for easy browsing below, or you can browse the entire list of winter read alouds here. Snack, Snooze, Skedaddle: How Animals Get Ready for Winter by Laura...
Linux commands are often known for being too long, and with excessive length comes increased complexity and comprehension issues. But there's always a way to shorten your Linux commands and turn them into the neat, concise strings that everyone loves.
As a parent, you will always want the best for your child. This is especially true when it comes to their education. Remember, though, that not all educational institutions are created equal, and there may be times when you will feel that your local school’s educational system is not up to your standards. There is also the possibility of your child getting bullied or losing interest in studying. This is a risk all parents take when they send their kids to school. The good news is that there is an alternative way for your child to get the best education possible, all under your watchful eye. Why not try homeschooling? What is homeschooling, though? How effective is homeschooling? How does...
“‘In pursuit of knowledge, everyday something is gained. In pursuit of wisdom, everyday something is dropped.” — Lao Tzu Over the past few years, I have noticed an increased desire in my own life to seek knowledge, understanding, and wisdom. For as long as I can remember, I have always had the desire to gain knowledge, continue to learn and grow, and improve my skills. Knowledge, understanding, and wisdom are beautiful qualities to possess to live a noble life. We go to schools to gain knowledge, hold on to our convictions to achieve wisdom, and reflect on our own doings to achieve a better understanding. There is a myth that gaining knowledge is the best solution to the problems...
