gatsby’s eulogy
i wrote most of this during a 15 minute session in my reading/writing class. i’d just finished the great gatsby and pondered over it for a long time, since i…
what you can tell from the way people play tennis
after a few years of playing tennis (admittedly, entirely recreationally and without much solid skills) and watching others play tennis, i’ve come to a few conclusions about the types of…
If I Stay
author: Gayle Forman rating: 2/10 genre: young adult romance best for ages: 8 to 10 — I would not have started reading this book if not for my language arts…
the thing about younger siblings
so in school right now in ela we’re getting taught on isms like racism, sexism, genderism, that sort of thing. and people are talking about discrimination and just, how life…
suddenly had another bit of an idea?
long time no see!! i really can’t believe it’s been almost a year. been a bit out of this whole writing and blogging thing right now but trying my best…
The Story of Minglan (知否知否)
rated 10 / 10 genre Historical, Romance directed by Zhang Kaizhou starring Zhao Liying, Feng Shaofeng, Zhu Yilong no. of episodes 78 ✦ • ·················· • ✦ • ·················· •…
Three Kingdoms 2010 (三国)
Like The Qin Empire, this 2010 show brings a new side to history that will change many minds about the topic. While expanding creatively on each character and scene’s detail,…
Letter to a Social Studies Teacher: Why Three Kingdoms Should Be Included in 7th-Grade Curricula
Dear XXX, It has been pleasurable for me to be in your class this year; I have learned a great deal about the world’s past. However, I write to suggest…