Month: April 2015

Apr 30 2015

diversity, education, social justice, teaching

How children understand race

by Courtney

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I was able to be part of a great discussion last night at our local children’s museum on how children understand race. The event was called “Difficult Conversations,” and invited...

diversity, environmental education, social justice, teaching

Apr 23 2015

recipes, vegan

Blueberry coconut banana bread {vegan}

by Courtney

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I’m a latecomer to the coconut oil obsession that has been going around. But, obsession it has become. I put it in everything now – my oatmeal, my stir fry,...

bread, breakfast, recipes, side dishes

Apr 19 2015

Inspiration for the we...

Inspiration for the weekend

by Courtney

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girl meets banjo. In case you want to get lost in a world of banjo pictures and songs. Why sensitive souls need rituals. This is me. Hurry Up and Wait:...

inspiration for the weekend, links

Apr 13 2015

Weekly Wishes

Monthly Wishes, Vol. 1

by Courtney

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Well, as a chronic list maker and goal setter, I couldn’t resist this link-up on weekly goal setting from The Nectar Collective! Link-ups make me a bit nervous because participating...

goals, intentions, weekly wishes

Apr 12 2015

canning, cooking, DIY

Can do canning: Jar your garden to savor later

by Courtney

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I love canning, even though it’s time-consuming and makes the kitchen really hot in the middle of summer. But the process is easy and, much like cooking, is a form...

canning, DIY, infographics, preserves, resources

Apr 09 2015

book study

Book study: Starting with Science, Chapter 6: Teachers Talk about Inquiry-Based Science Teaching

by Courtney

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I am so excited about inquiry-based teaching these days! Eventually I’d like to learn how to incorporate it in all subjects, but for now I am starting with science. For...

book study, inquiry, science, teaching

Apr 03 2015

Inspiration for the we...

Inspiration for the weekend

by Courtney

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It’s finally spring! Some links that helped me find calm, beauty, and inspiration this week: The case for mindful dining. Put your phone down and enjoy the food (and people...

inspiration for the weekend, links

Apr 03 2015

yoga

My new favorite yoga video

by Courtney

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I am really picky about yoga videos. I have tried for years now to establish a home-based yoga practice, so I didn’t have to shell out $14 a class to go...

yoga