on learning and unschooling

I could have used this new form of homeschooling back when I was in high school.  From the Chicago Sun-Times: Five years ago, frustrated with the pace and depth of a Chicago Public School gifted program, Abby withdrew from eighth grade and entered uncharted territory — a branch of home schooling often called “unschooling.” Under [...]

Earth Clock

In the spirit of the solstice season, I bring you archaeoastronomy.com. It’s got articles on the topic, an animated “earth clock” and even podcasts. Enjoy!

saga of a human salt lick: one boy’s story

This is way too funny for words — when “I just wanna pet Bambi” goes horribly wrong! Pictured above: Bambi loves salty boys

Real Beauty

It is true that the “women” you see in fashion magazines don’t truly exist. Even Cindy Crawford has said “even I don’t wake up looking like Cindy Crawford.” Now you can watch the evolution from reality to fantasy. I had to watch it twice.

Maps! Of! War!

This is the coolest 90 seconds I’ve spent on world history.