Every day I get a news email that includes a pangram puzzle, which I always stare at for a couple of minutes in an attempt to solve the blasted thing. Most days I fail, shrug my shoulders, and go about my business. Yesterday I actually solved it, and I felt victorious all day long. I…
“Free travel” may be one of the most magical phrases ever—and one that’s rarely uttered. But this week’s blog post highlights some amazing free travel options just for teachers. To go with the travel theme, our prize this week is Around the World in 80 Puzzles (Big Picture Press). Students take a fantastic journey via…
Happy National Game and Puzzle Week! Oh sure, I sound all happy when I say that. But truth be told, I’m not a big fan of puzzles. By “not a big fan,” I mean they make me completely insane. I can stick with one for a while, but then I get irritated and want to…
Okay. I’ll admit it. There have been a handful of occasions in the last four years or so when I have had the luxury of time to play video games. Maybe two handfuls. And I needed plenty of time because I have a steep learning curve with such games as Call of Duty and Halo:…