World Maths Day is almost here again* – and Australia isn’t on the hall of fame’s top 10 yet so maybe its time you joined the celebrations! Students play in real time against students from anywhere in the world in 60 second games. The competition runs for 48 hours and includes school and class groups [...]
Women’s History Month (WHM) originated in America back in 1980 to broadcast the historical achievements made by women through history. WHM was introduced to Australia in 2000 by Helen Leonard and started the Australian Women’s History Forum Commitee with the aims to; – Raise awareness and provide hostorical informations of women in Australia and their [...]
The Freedom Writers are a gorup of 150 Californian students who want to encourage tolerance and hope in the world. Their diary shares their journey from near-drop-outs to published authors.
In the same month as Woman’s History Month(starting March 1), on March the 8th is International Woman’s Day. This day occurs annually and is a world wide celebration of the ecenomic, political and social achievements of women. In some ways, the day has lost its political aspects, and became simply an occasion for men to [...]
We came across a Valentines deal that doesn’t involve chocolates or flowers, so we thought we’d share it with everyone who prefers a gift that gives for longer. Here is what their site says: Site Build It! (“SBI!”) is the only, all-in-one, site-brainstorming-and-building-and-hosting-and-marketing, step-by-step system of software tools that delivers thriving, profitable business. The right [...]
Just recently I discovered that Nancy Drew has joined the 21st century! Here is my review of one of her new books… books still suited to 8 – 13 year old readers.
Valentine’s Day 2009 is only 2 weeks away. Whether you love it or hate it, it’s coming. Valentine’s Day is a wonderful time to remind your loved ones how you feel about them. If you need some more ideas, check out our Valentine’s Day page. This page has gift ideas and tips on how to [...]