Read across America Day was founded by the National Education Association (NEA) as a day to celebrate and motivate children and teens to read. The day commences March 2 every year, the birthday of the cherished children’s author, the late Dr. Seuss. On this day in cities around the Unitied States, teachers, librarians, parents, grandparents, politicians, athletes – you name it – are encouraged to develop activities that excite and inspire young readers. Reading is a major part of how we learn, grow, and view the world around us. Why is reading so important you ask? Here are just a couple … [Read more...]
Don’t Give Up
From Chapter 2 "Fail Fast: The Gift of Failure" in Ingredients of Outliers A Boy Called Ted The son of German immigrants, Ted was born in Springfield, Massachusetts in 1904. He had a comfortable childhood. He attended Dartmouth College and was editor-in-chief of its humor magazine, until a drinking party cost him that position. After college he traveled to Europe and briefly attended Oxford University before dropping out and continuing his European wanderings. After returning to the U.S., Ted worked successfully for many years in the advertising business and as an editorial … [Read more...]
College Scholarship Tips to Ease Financial Stress
“You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself any direction you choose. You’re on your own. And you know what you know. And YOU are the one who’ll decide where to go…” – Dr. Seuss, Oh the Places You Will Go With the holiday season in full swing and a new year right around the corner, students all across the world are preparing for this season that entails more than stressing about the perfect Christmas gifts or how to prioritize between ugly sweater parties and decking the halls. High school and college seniors around the country have one thing on … [Read more...]