Author: judithlouise

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Christmas in ADVENT??

It was one of those meetings where – if one word was enough, why not use 537? The circle of attenders was enthusiastic and talking at once – over talking each other.  If a mouth was silent for breath, it started again immediately, across the circle to another mouth that was busy talking to a… Continue reading Christmas in ADVENT??

World Teachers Day

The author reflects on the value of education through the lens of their experiences being home-schooled in China using the comprehensive Calvert Course. The writer then contrasts this early exposure to teaching with the current methods employed by their niece Lorrie, who uses creative techniques to ensure comprehension in her students. Among these is a game to simplify long division, implemented alongside a poem that was turned into a rap. The author appreciates the challenges teachers face, both inside and outside the classroom, and the boundless dedication required to make a difference in a child’s life. They conclude by sharing a traditional Egyptian Falafel recipe.