Category: Personal Blog

  • Friday the 13th: Superstitions, Future Dates, and Famous Birthdays

    Friday the 13th combines cultural superstitions about the number 13 and Fridays, impacting beliefs and celebrating notable personalities born on this day, revealing contrasting perspectives on luck.

  • Book Reviews: Berry, Cussler, and WW2 Gold

    Steve Berry’s The Atlas Maneuver innovatively merges WWII treasure hunting with cryptocurrency, creating a compelling espionage thriller, while Clive Cussler’s The Solomon Curse offers a more conventional, less impactful adventure.

  • Celebrating Positivity: June

    In June, celebrate Caribbean American Heritage Month, National Indigenous History Month, famous birthdays, and positive historical events to create a dynamic classroom environment.

  • From Mysticism to Resistance: How Andor Reframes the Star Wars Rebellion

    The post argues for a pedagogical shift to viewing Andor Season 2, Rogue One, and A New Hope as a trilogy, emphasizing material resistance and moral complexities of rebellion against authoritarianism.

  • Thank You ATH

    As a teacher, I must say that Around the Horn has consistently been one of the best shows I watch. For most of my career, afternoons were spent doing chores while watching the panelists weave debate, humor, and sports into a daily delight. I didn’t always agree with their opinions, but that’s precisely the point.…

  • Celebrating Positivity: May

    May is a vibrant month for cultural and historical celebrations. Explore Asian American, Jewish American heritage, mental health awareness, teacher appreciation, famous birthdays, and positive historical events.