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Patti Bown, Famous Jazz Pianist 1931-2008
I only found out about Patti Bown's death (pronounced Bowen) a few days ago.
She was a legend.
In 1980 she improvised what would become Westbeth's famous theme song in honor of its then, 10th anniversary: "We're doing it, doing it, Westbeth..." I can see and hear her now.
That is what most people would remember and know. I knew she was famous, but ( Read more... ) -
End of the Year Activities
Dear Tired Teachers!
A lot of you are expressing tiredness from wrapping up the school year. I know the feeling. I wrote a few articles keeping you all in mind. Feedback is welcomed!
Hope these help.
Blessings,
Dorit
http://newteachersupport.suite101.com
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It's about time!
I always get around to these things rather late. Hmm, let me see, where was I?
What were you doing 10 years ago?
I was finishing my second year teaching Israeli elementary students English, taking some master level English literature, education and linguistic courses, writing a bit of poetry here and there. Yup, nerdy stuff.
What are 5 things you ( Read more... ) -
Feeling Homesick
Now, after I've emerged from my winter's sleep, I am awake, wide awake to connect with spring ( Read more... ) -
Week in Review: Some Firsts
This week was all about "firsts." I'm excited by the opportunities rolling by, works in progress, and opportunities to be made.
We had to cancel our NYC plans due to Haim's work. Hopefully, we'll get to go to see my mom in May. By now, I'm already edgy to see a more familiar face, to walk along the Hudson River and see the NJ shore. Friends and ( Read more... ) -
Teaching the Holocaust
I have taught the Holocaust for 12 years now. I am far from being considered an expert from a teaching point of view. There is so much that goes on during these lessons. For example, when my students came back from the walk to life in Poland trip, they could identify with every horrific image that I started reading in Night.
Teaching the Holocaust ( Read more... ) -
Suite 101
For almost 1.5 years now, I've been writing for suite 101,
I work one-on-one with an editor, receive lots of helpful advice from forums. It's a huge writer community. They do have open opportunities, if you're interested.
I post articles and blogs 2-3 times a week as a feature writer for New Teacher Support. I post also for Middle East travel, ( Read more... ) -
Highlights Founders Workshops
So I've decided to take my writing to the next level ( Read more... ) -
Light at the end of the Tunnel
After months of research and writing, there is a faint glimmer of light at the end of the tunnel ( Read more... )