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History Comes Alive at the Chacchoben Ruins Near Puerto Costa Maya

by Sandy Bornstein /
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Sep 09, 2019 / 0 comments

Our Celebrity cruise ship docked in Puerto Costa Maya for the day. Unlike many cruise ship passengers who simply headed to the beach for a few hours of leisure or browsed through the local shops, we arranged for a small group half-day tour using the Shore Excursions Group website

History Comes Alive at the Chacchoben Ruins Near Puerto Costa Maya

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5 Most Beautiful Countries in South America

For all you travel freaks out there, South America is unquestionably the most beautiful continent on the plant. Home to one of the most picturesque landscapes, unspoiled jungles, and panoramic beaches, South America, should be your next travel destination if you still haven’t visited. 

10 Ideas for Teaching about International Peace Day: September 21

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Sep 06, 2019 / 1 comments

September 21 is the International Day of Peace. Peace Day was established by the United Nations in 1981, to encourage the world to work together toward the goal of worldwide peace. Everyone can celebrate peace.

 

“Josh Recommends” for the Week of September 6, 2019 By Josh Garrick

“Josh Recommends” for the Week of September 6, 2019 By Josh Garrick 

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University of Michigan & NFL star Charles Woodson returns…with Intercept Wine

On a sunny late summer day, right before the kickoff of college football, Ed and I journeyed to the Big House at the University of Michigan for another kind of kickoff–a private reception to introduce Intercept Wine. 

University of Michigan & NFL star Charles Woodson returns…with Intercept Wine

Through the Eyes of an Educator: Mindfulness, Intention, and Self-Care

by Stacey Ebert /
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Sep 04, 2019 / 0 comments

Another school year has begun, and children, teachers, and families across the US are dealing with locker combinations, teacher meetings, books, backpacks, and the back to school jitters. 

While most of the time we look at the hard cold facts of the back to school journey, how often do we stop and look at the bigger picture, the deeper picture, or the other parts of the educational curriculum that are often left out of the official syllabus? 

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Helpful Website for Essay Writing and Improving Your Writing Skills

The problem with writing assignments has always existed among students. It doesn’t matter how good the student is and how hard he/she studies, any writing assignment can become a real problem. They require much time and attention, and if you study something technical, you might even not like writing.

Helpful Website for Essay Writing and Improving Your Writing Skills

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College Essay Writing Prompts: How to Get Maximum Results in Just a Few Minutes

What does a writing assignment mean to you? For many students, it’s one of the most tiring and boring tasks of college life. To get an essay for homework means spending several hours trying to formulate the proper words. It means staying at home instead of going out. Students find it difficult to express their thoughts in written form. Moreover, your 2-day long work can result in B, C, D, or even F grade. Nobody wants to waste time. While it’s impossible to graduate without writing essays during your degree program, students tend to find different ways to make their lives easier.

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Why Lake Tahoe is a hidden gem for boating lovers

Lake Tahoe is a large freshwater lake in the Sierra Nevada Mountains, straddling the California-Nevada border. It is particularly famous as a tourist destination for its unique combination of stunning beaches and ski resorts. The lake, which is the largest alpine body of water in the U.S., was formed about two million years ago, and is known for the clarity of its waters and the panorama of surrounding mountains. 

Getting Right to the Core of Picking Apples with Expert Sarah Brown

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Aug 27, 2019 / 0 comments

“Everyone can tell you an apple experience,” says Sarah Brown, a touch of nostalgia in her voice. “For me, it was Yellow Transparent. Growing up we had a Yellow Transparent apple tree and I would just sit and eat and eat. Every few hours my mom would come by and say, ‘You’re going to get a tummy ache.

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