Immigration stories provide a useful portal into the traditional values of different cultures. Carolivia Herron used her background as a Jew of African descent to formulate the story line for her historical picture book-Always an Olivia: A Remarkable Family History (Lerner … [Read more...]
An Expat Teaching Moment- Sharing Traditions
Two years after I began my 2010 Indian teaching adventure, I still have fond memories of my 5th grade class experiences.I especially remember my expat teaching moment when I had the opportunity to share Jewish traditions at an international school in Bangalore, India. I was … [Read more...]
Reflecting on the Importance of Family
The Jewish High Holidays are a time for reflection. Observant Jews ponder over the events of the past year and assess the quality of their day-to-day behavior and how they interacted with family and friends. An honest evaluation of one’s accomplishments and shortcomings becomes a … [Read more...]
Picture Book- Adoptive and Biological Families in Harmony
Adoption can oftentimes cause a child to be transported from their native country to a foreign land. Like other immigrants, an adopted child from a foreign place must undergo a period of adjustment. At some point in time, coping with the adoption will become a secondary issue. … [Read more...]
Tweaking Website Colors- A Vital Change
Countless times I have thought that a task is complete only to revisit it weeks or months later. Despite this prior knowledge, I mindlessly approach new situations confident that my final stamp of approval will remain permanent. Disappointment is imminent since most things in … [Read more...]
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