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Here are some interesting sites that I’ve found this week, thanks to my PLN. As a teacher, I feel we have to keep up to date concerning research in our field and current issues in the education system. I hope some of these inspire you, inform you, and even have you asking questions. Thank you for coming by and visiting! Note: Each resource is labeled with a level and subject area to make it easier to use. Levels:  E: Elementary; M: Middle; H: High; G: General, all levels; SN: Special Needs; T: Teachers Subject Areas: LA: Language Arts, English, Reading,...

In these uncertain times, the coronavirus pandemic is impacting daily life around the world. Although the pandemic is something everybody is learning how to cope with, it may be especially difficult for children. As stated on GOV UK, there are many factors involved in how your child will process the current events, such as the age of your child, their communication needs and level of understanding. Practicing kindness, mindfulness and gratitude are a few things that may improve wellbeing, as suggested in this BBC article. In the video above and the blogpost below, you will find some extra tips for...

Choose Your Right Professional Camera Maybe you have looked at our personal camera info for casual use, but want to know how to buy the right professional camera! We are here to help with information to make your selection worth the while. However, before selecting a camera for your needs, there are some things to consider if you do plan on using it professionally. Here you can find helpful tips to get you started! Do You Need a Professional Camera? Are you starting with photography and deciding if you should spend a fortune on buying a professional camera? Ask yourself...

JOHN MUIR TRAIL RESUPPLY STRATEGY John Muir Trail resupply and meal planning are some of the most difficult parts about getting ready for your thru-hike. On my JMT hike, my friend Brad and I took 22 days to hike the trail, and we resupplied three times, including stops at Reds Meadow, Muir Trail Ranch, and Onion Valley. While the trail is 221 miles, we ended up hiking about 240 including side trips and our hike out to Onion Valley for our final resupply. In this post, I’m going to share my John Muir Trail resupply strategy and provide detailed instructions for those...

Most people don’t understand how important UI really is… until their site buttons look like the cockpit of a spaceship! The best UI designers know exactly how to solve this problem. The UI, or “User Interface,” is the space where people interact with a digital device—when dealing with websites, software and apps using on-screen buttons and gesture controls. And without a well-designed UI, your users might as well be interacting with a wall. Interface design is a specific design skill, so it’s best to hire a freelance designer who specializes in UI specifically. So we’ve compiled a list of the...