I love being in the USA so I can watch PBS. It is one of the most educational channels and provides the best resources for learning about history, today’s news, ideas, and programs that broaden your mind. This online site is so cool. As a teacher, I would have definitely used some of these super activities to help my students enter the New Year with a bit more understanding. Now I’m thinking about some of these ideas for my grandkids. Check out this site, and I hope it brings you new ideas as you navigate the new year with children!
I'm Melinda Stevens and living the life of a beach bum was inevitable since my father was a lifeguard for the city of Los Angeles. My memories of growing up on John Street in Manhattan Beach, California were filled with joy, excitement and adventures; until my world, as I knew it, fell apart when we moved to Del Mar, California. My father was offered the position as Captain of the lifeguards and we started the slow migration to the small deserted stretch of beach in 1963. At twelve years old, this seemed like the end of my life. Remember, I’m writing with clear hindsight now, ok somewhat clearer… Little did I know this would be the beginning of a new journey and give a bit more clarity to many of the events that led me to this new cooking adventure.