I have lived in many different places, had more than one career, and done a lot of different things. So, in case you’ve ever wondered… I cannot speak Swedish, and this is not me. Nope, neither is this, although it’s fun to see my name on Amazon. I do not write paranormal romance novels, although it sounds like fun and
The Staples Youth Social Entrepreneur Competition combed through a record-breaking 530 entries from 61 countries and chose 15 finalists who represent the best of the best. Check out the finalists and vote for your favorite here.
Starbucks and (RED) today announced a multi-year partnership that will give coffee lovers a chance to do good every day. Throughout the holiday season, Starbucks will contribute five cents from the sale of any of (Starbucks) RED Exclusive beverage (the three beverages that make up the Starbucks popular holiday trio) at all of their US and Canadian stores to the Global
Wow, I’ve been tagged! I don’t normally do this kind of thing, but I’d do just about anything for Jolie, so here goes: 1. What are your nicknames?One of my best friends called me Spoory Laur (since my maiden name was Laurie Spoor). I guess I’m not really a nickname kind of gal, though. 2. What was the first movie you
According to a recent press release: Borrowing private sector techniques, Do Something is issuing an IPO that promises significant Social Return on Investment (SROI). The growth capital investment will foster exponential growth and bolster the organization’s self-sustaining programming. OK, this is cool, but really just an interesting way to put out a call to donors and raise funds. Will it work?
Ashoka’s Youth Venture and Changemakers is partnering with Staples to launch their first global competition to recognize young leaders who are finding new ways to create positive change in their communities. They are seeking the most inspirational ideas and projects led by young people between ages 12 and 24. Spread the word about this initiative and nominate young leaders with
I just got back from my first ever SCBWI Summer Conference in Los Angeles, and besides all of the: inspiration and information to be soaked up “like gravy on a biscuit,” wonderfully creative, talented, generous, and adorable people, frivolous fun with friends old and new… the best part of the whole conference is that my teen nonfiction manuscript about how to save
I haven’t posted any new articles for quite awhile now, so you’re probably thinking I’ve been sitting at home all day eating bon-bons and watching Oprah. No way! I’ve actually been taking a conscious break from article writing to focus on a book… or two. What started out as an idea for one middle grade book has now become a
What has more kid appeal than a gigantic truck that drives from town to town looking for tires to chomp? One that cleans up the environment at the same time! Here’s one company’s latest invention intended to help clean up waste tires in the U.S. and Canada.
No, not the specialists who know a lot about children. Rather, the children themselves who know a lot about their chosen specialty. Is it better for today’s kids to be well-rounded generalists or hyper-focused elites? That is the question I examined over the summer. You can read all about it here. The risks and rewards of ‘specializing’ early, LearningMap, October 2007