A seventh grade media literacy class demonstrates how to handle tough conversations this Thanksgiving
In the wake of a divisive election cycle full of misinformation, many families will be sitting down at the Thanksgiving table with loved ones who may not see eye-to-eye. In North Salem, New York, a seventh-grade media literacy class has been preparing for that challenge by learning how to have difficult but empathetic conversations. “One […]
Happy Thanksgiving, Charlie Brown! How to watch all your favorite Peanuts holiday specials in 2024
“Isn’t it peculiar, Charlie Brown, how some traditions just slowly fade away?” This November, one tradition you may want to keep alive is watching A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving. Whether your favorite part of a Peanuts-style Thanksgiving meal is the toast, the popcorn or the jellybeans, everyone can appreciate Snoopy’s unique cooking skills. Nowadays, you can […]
Can We Consume Character? How to Learn Justice by Feasting
In the Old Testament, Israel found herself surrounded by monarchies and empires with powerful rulers and highly stratified societies, and she eventually sought to emulate that kind of system. Such political economies were filled with bureaucrats, professional soldiers, priestly classes, and—down at the bottom of the social pyramid—peasants. The peasants, of course, were expected to […]
How To Write A Thank-You Note To College Or MBA Recommenders
It’s time to thank your recommenders. getty College and business-school applicants, it’s time to learn to write a thank-you note. The samples below will help you complete this task before it’s time for turkey—or tofu. Across the United States this Thursday, people will gather to give thanks for the many blessings we have enjoyed this […]
How to pack Thanksgiving food for your flight – and make sure it gets through TSA
One of the busiest travel weeks of the year in the U.S. is typically the week of Thanksgiving – and for some people, that means transporting turkey. But if you’re traveling by air, as 4.69 million people are expected to, how do you safely – and legally – pack your gravy, stuffing, cranberry sauce and […]
How to manage awkward conversations at Thanksgiving – NBC Connecticut
While Thanksgiving can be a great time to gather with family and friends, it can also cause tension or opportunities for debate at the dinner table. Dr. Laura Saunders, a psychologist at Hartford Healthcare’s Institute of Living, said if you want to avoid certain topics on Turkey Day, come up with a plan ahead of […]