In the library, there is a poster that reads, "Passport to the World-READ". Books are a great way to explore the world but sometimes you actually need to get out there and experience what you are reading about.
One of the real joys of working in the library is the ability to research, watch for, and find new things all of the time. For a person like me, a collector of ideas, according to the Gallop Pole all teachers took this fall, there is nothing more interesting. I tend to have someone mention an idea, and I am off and running researching "Is it out there.." "Does it exist..." . So yesterday, a teacher mentioned traveling, and wishing there was a site out there that allowed you to find inexpensive destinations, without having to enter a destination or dates of travel. You know, that was a great idea...and off I went, digging into websites to see what I could find. I found an article online that referenced two really great sites that do just that...allow you to enter your departure location without having to enter destination or dates. They are www.skyscanner.com and www.kayak.com/explore/. Both sites are great ways to find some great destinations to travel to for great prices. Where is your favorite place? Mine: I have been blessed to have traveled to 14 different countries outside of the United States. I really love the experiences of traveling, eating the food, talking to locals, and learning their histories. A favorite place is hard to pinpoint, but here are my top 5 places in no particular order: Prague, Edinburgh, Vancouver Island, Custer South Dakota, Ireland (anywhere :-) ). What is your favorite place you have traveled or the place you most want to go?
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AuthorMrs. Braun has been in education for 20 years working as a school counselor. This year the role of high school librarian is new. Archives
November 2014
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